Module 3 Assessment

Hittite is classified as a(n) __________ language, important for understanding the spread of ancient civilizations.

The similarity between Sanskrit and languages across Europe suggests what about the Indo-Europeans?

Indo-Europeans are often considered nomadic due to their:

Which area is believed to be the original homeland of the Indo-Europeans?

The control of Anatolia by the Hittites was historically significant due to:

Chariots were used by the Hittites primarily for:

Iron smelting technology spread by the Hittites impacted surrounding regions by:

The Aryans entering the Indus Valley around 1500 BC contributed to:

The Vedas are significant in Indian history because they:

The caste system in ancient India is important for understanding:

The Mahabharata reflects Aryan culture by showing:

The debate on Indo-European migrations (1700-1200 BC) helps us understand their:

Buddhism’s rejection of the caste system was revolutionary because it:

Following the Eightfold Path in Buddhism is aimed at achieving:

Zen Buddhism’s focus on meditation is intended to:

Buddhism appealed to lower social classes primarily because it:

Abraham’s role in Jewish history is significant because he:

The covenant in Jewish tradition is seen as:

The division of the Kingdom of Israel was influenced by:

Choose one of the following to answer based on the 3.4 Graphic Organizer

Explain the importance of women depicted as major goddesses and priestesses in Minoan art. How does this reflect on their societal roles?

What does the Phoenicians' ability to sail beyond the Straits of Gibraltar, and possibly around Africa, indicate about their skills and motivations?

Analyze the importance of the Phoenicians' work in wood, metal, glass, ivory, and the production of red-purple dye from snails. How did these crafts affect their economic status among Mediterranean civilizations?

Choose one of the following to answer based on the 3.5 map:

Examine the map and describe the migration route of Abraham as shown. What geographic features might have influenced this route?

Trace the route of the Israelites out of Egypt according to the map. What challenges might they have faced crossing the terrain shown?

Discuss how the proximity of the Canaanite, Phoenician, and Hittite Empires to Israel and Judah might have impacted the history and development of these kingdoms.