So far in this lesson, we have identified and compared the five most significant and most studied ancient civilizations. To understand what happens next in human history, you need to become very familiar with these rivers--where they are located and what civilization sprang up around each one. (Remember that the Olmecs used rainwater as their fresh water source rather than a single large river.)
Use these images and the knowledge you have gained so far to complete the activity below. (Click the Review button to try the activity again. Keep trying until you know the correct answers.)
Indus River |
Nile River |
Yellow River |
Euphrates River |
Place the river onto the correct description.
Nile River
location of the ancient Egyptian civilization
location of the ancient Indian civilization
Place the river onto the correct description.
Yellow River
river that supported ancient Chinese dynasties
river that supported the ancient Egyptians
Place the river onto the correct description.
Indus River
in present-day Iraq, and the site of ancient Sumerian civilization
in present-day Pakistan, and the site of ancient Indian civilization
Place the river onto the correct description.
Euphrates River
where Indian civilization began
the birthplace of the Sumerians
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