History of the Ancient World - #5

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History of the Ancient World
Thursday 12:30-3:30 pm

Seimei strolled in, sipping from his tea. At his desk, he assembled his scroll for the class discussion.

Discussion question:

Authorities do not all agree about the definition of civilization. Most accept the view that "a civilization is a culture which has attained a degree of complexity usually characterized by urban life." In other words, a civilization is a culture capable of sustaining a substantial number of specialists to cope with the economic, social, political, and religious needs of a populous society.

Discuss (in broad terms) some of the characteristics usually present in a civilization.

"You may also use this class time to work and research on the essay question due next Thursday."

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Lee lists some characteristics:

1) Strong leadership where the military forces and the civilian governement have a strong diplomatic relationship.
2) A strong and efficient education system
3) A system of trade that works
4) An honor code system with values for the people to follow
5) A level of religiousity that aids life and the government