Article Question (20 points)

1) Do you agree or disagree with the author’s position? Support your answer by referencing OR refuting 3-4 specific examples/explanations the author uses to make his point. (Your response should be 4-5 sentences.)

Questions based on the Notes (30 points)

2) Based on what you’ve learned in the notes, type a list identifying the criteria for a settlement to be classified as a “civilization.” In other words, what must a settlement/village have in order to be considered a civilization? (Your response should be 3-4 sentences.)

3) Compare and contrast the Ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia with the Ancient Egyptians. Be sure to identify 3 specific similarities and 3 specific differences. (Your response should be 3-4 sentences.)