Ancient states and the seven wonders
Answers are for parents and teachers.
1
Explain in your own words the meaning of “state” and “law” and give an example.
A state is an organization governing people by law; a law is a rule all obey. For example, Hammurabi’s laws.
2
Choose one of the seven wonders, draw it and write two sentences below.
For example: The Lighthouse of Alexandria guided ships; a fire burned on top at night.
3
If the Olympic Games are held once every four years, how many are held in 20 years?
5
4
On a map find Egypt, Mesopotamia, China and India and name their rivers.
Egypt — Nile; Mesopotamia — Euphrates and Tigris; China — Yellow River; India — Indus and Ganges.
5
Why did the pharaohs have pyramids built for themselves? Write in two sentences.
The pyramid was the pharaoh’s tomb and showed his power. After his death his body was placed there.