Prologue

4. The monotheistic religion of the Jewish people.
9. Trade routes connected Southeast Asia, India, Arabia, and East Africa, beginning at least as early as the third century BCE.
11. eldest male is head of the family and descent is traced through the male line.
12. A network of trade routes connecting China and the Far East with the Middle East and Europe.

1. The third-most widespread religion in the world after Islam and Christianity and it is thought to be the oldest religion in the world dating back at least 5,000 years ago.
2. An ancient Indian empire which existed from the early 4th century CE to late 6th century CE.
3. Seasonal changes in atmospheric circulation and precipitation.
5. A port, city, or other center to which goods are brought for import and export.
6. The Maya civilization developed in the area that today comprises southeastern Mexico.
7. Was a short-lived imperial dynasty of China of pivotal significance.
8. A vast Mexican archaeological complex northeast of Mexico City.
10. An unprecedented increase in agricultural production in Britain arising from increases in labour and land productivity