Ancient Society Crossword

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  1. 4. A historical region located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, known as the "cradle of civilization" and home to ancient civilizations like Sumer, Babylon, and Assyria.
  2. 6. Members of the military nobility in feudal Japan, characterized by their code of honor (bushido) and skilled expertise in martial arts and warfare.
  3. 8. A person or place regarded as a source of divine guidance or prophecy in ancient Greece, often consulted for advice or predictions.
  4. 10. An iconic amphitheater in ancient Rome, used for various public spectacles, including gladiatorial contests and other performances.
  5. 13. A system of writing used in ancient Egypt, consisting of pictorial symbols that represent sounds, objects, or ideas.
  6. 15. Pertaining to the civilization of ancient Rome, which had a significant impact on European culture, law, engineering, and governance.
  7. 16. A fortified hilltop or citadel in ancient Greek cities, typically housing important religious and civic buildings.
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  1. 1. The supreme ruler of an empire or a vast territory, holding absolute power and authority.
  2. 2. A preserved body, typically of a deceased person, often achieved through embalming techniques, as practiced in ancient Egypt.
  3. 3. A title given to the rulers of ancient Egypt, considered divine and holding significant political and religious power.
  4. 5. A prehistoric monument located in England, consisting of a ring of massive standing stones, believed to have been erected around 2500 BC.
  5. 7. A professional fighter in ancient Rome who engaged in battles against other gladiators or wild animals as a form of entertainment.
  6. 9. An ancient Roman city near Naples, Italy, which was buried under volcanic ash and preserved remarkably well after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.
  7. 11. A citizen of ancient Sparta, known for their strict military discipline and emphasis on physical prowess.
  8. 12. Referring to the ancient Mayan civilization, known for its advanced writing system, mathematical achievements, and impressive architectural structures.
  9. 14. Monumental structures built in ancient Egypt as tombs for pharaohs, characterized by their triangular sides and pointed top.