1. Midterm Report Tommy Beasley

2. The First Civilizations -Irrigation -Competition, warfare, and trade. -States were established

3. Effects of the New Civilizations Writing was extremely important in delivering information, commands and laws. Sumerians were the first to have a written language. Slavery began

4. Religion Rich ceremonial life Used a ceremonial space The Paleolithic culture felt strongly about women

5. Domestication Animals were extremely important The animals effects on the economy differed in each region.

6. The Persian Empire Persian Empire had a man-made canal for business and communication. Persian postal system was later adopted by the United States.

7. Rome Very strong political system Riches lead to the Roman civil war. The republic eventually became an Empire. The first two centuries were known as the Roman peace.

8. Jesus of Nazareth Leader of the Christianity. His life had dramatic impact on world history. He performed many miracles through the power of God.