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During the Paleolithic age, many humanoid groups depended on their environment. All of these societies were nomadic Hunter-gatherer societies. The invention of Hunting Spears, created by sharpening stones and rocks, this weapon was one of the first used for hunting during the Paleolithic age. -
during the Neolithic era, the evolution of ways to gain food and wealth was not very widespread. Most humans during this time were hunters and would kill and eat mostly meat from animals that were hunted. The advancement of new tools and knowledge of plants and soils allowed the first humans to start learning agricultural practices. These people learned about growing seasons and gave the people a more consistent food source. -
Hinduism is a Religion that was mainly practiced in Southeast Asian civilizations including the Indians. The religion consists of a group of gods that make up the world. They are keepers of the world. protecting things such as the sun gods or gods of wealth and happiness. the religious text that is used to practice Hinduism is the Vedas. This text is filled with sacred songs, charms, and rituals. -
During the time of the Mesopotamians, the people learned how to create and use the materials around them. Mesopotamians used rock and clay to develop abstract pottery like plates and bowls. secondly, the use of sticks and weaving technology allowed people to make baskets and carrying materials. -
The innovations of writing and math were some of the most important to human history during the Mesopotamians' time. The writing is known as Cuneiform script, a symbol-style script etched into rocks and limestone. This writing is used by people to tell stories, much like a book of today. -
one of the biggest religions in the world today was created in the Neolithic era. Judaism was created in Israel in the ancient eastern region of Mesopotamia. the Jews believed that god is one, he created the world and some of the most religious places in the world are in Israel where the Jews come together and practice their religion. today there are still almost 15.7 million Jews in the world -
Egypt was one of the first societies to build large-scale abstract temples and buildings. the Pyramids of Giza is one of the examples of the abstract type of architecture with buildings in the dry desert. Similarly, during this time, people began to settle around rivers and find ways to use the river for the irrigation of their crops and soil. -
the settlement of the Egyptians is one of the most preserved ancient civilizations. the first creation of Egypt was split into two parts upper and lower. these people relied on the Nile River for food and protected the deserts, red, and Mediterranean seas. -
The Old Kingdom is the first settlement of ancient Egypt. Rulers were known as pharaohs. these rulers were buried in large tombs that were shaped like pyramids to celebrate them. these rulers were seen as gods and Egypt was a dictator-like settlement. -
During this time, Egyptian expansion was growing, and trading between Mesopotamians and the Egyptian people became common. The addition of Nubia and Canaan to trade created more wealth in the Egyptian economy. Also, the first trade canal was created to connect the Nile river to the red sea. -
The most important settlement cities in ancient India were Harrapa and Mohenjo Daro civilizations. these cities' buildings were made of mud bricks and clay. the streets of this town were carefully planned parallel intersecting streets with a very peaceful culture among its citizens. Similar to today these civilizations used indoor plumbing technologies known for being impressive at this time. -
the early civilizations of the Chinese were very isolated from other societies. These communities were small farming communities ruled by aristocracy and very centered around the worship of family ancestors. The people of this era used bronze tools and weapons for fighting and farming. The Shang Dynasty was in power from 1750 BCE to about 1045 BCE. -
The code of Hammurabi was created by the ancient Babylonians. this writing is known as the first legal text created in the world and the longest preserved text. this legal text is written in the dialect of Akkadian a common dialect of that era. -
The new Kingdom was created after the Egyptians were overthrown by the Hyksos people who were the rulers of the Egyptian people during this time. The Egyptians and Hyksos learned how to use bronze tools and weapons. These people also created new war tactics using chariots in battle which allowed them to be the most dominant power in Southeast Asia. -
From the years of 4000 BCE to 1000 BCE The migration of the Indo-Europeans created a new type of group living in India. this group lived in tribal-like groups and led a hunter-warrior life. these people were also known for creating the Sanskrit language a stepping stone for life in new-age India. the Aryan People are the closest ancestors to the modern Indian people. -
The political instability of the new kingdom under the leadership of Amenhotep IV caused a loss of power and economic prowess. the ending of this political instability was when Ramses II came to power in 1279. 79 years later they were attacked by the "sea peoples" and the kingdom collapsed shortly after. -
The overthrowing of the Shang Dynasty created the new Zhou Dynasty. This new dynasty believed in the Mandate of Heaven which solidified the emperor's rule with Divine Power. But if a leader was poor they could be overthrown by a rebellion or civil war against the ruling. This Dynasty started the "Dynasty Cycle". -
The Great Wall of China was built between 771 BCE and 206 BCE and was built as a protection from the people of the north. The wall started to be built before the reign of the Qin Dynasty. the wall took almost 4 dynasties to finish. The Chinese northern border continued to have troubles after the construction of the wall. The Terracotta Army is a tomb of Qin Shi Huang and was used to Protect him after his death this tomb was dug up by a farmer in China. This tomb is now a tourist site. -
During the Early 400s BCE, the Zhou Dynasty faced trouble and a rebellion against them. This civil war lasted about 180 years. The improvements in weapons created longer conflict. Things such as iron weapons and crossbows were innovated during this time. -
The first Ruler after the Transition of power was Qin Shihuangdi. He was known as the first emperor of China, and he worked to unify China instead of rule violently. During his very short reign, the people started building the Grand Canal and extended their control to the Red River while adopting legalism. This Chinese government created the dingle monetary system.
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