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Agricultural Revolution

A period of transition from nomadic hunting and gathering to settled farming and agriculture, leading to the development of communities, social hierarchies, and population growth.

Scribes

A specialized elite in ancient societies responsible for writing and record-keeping.

Nile River

The river that supported agriculture in Ancient Egypt, known for its predictable and gentle annual floods.

Uruk

The first great city-state of Mesopotamia, significant for its advancements in urban development and culture.

3000 BC

The approximate date when the first Egyptian monarchy is believed to have emerged.

Craft specialization

The division of labor that allowed individuals to focus on specific crafts or trades in settled communities after the Agricultural Revolution.

Social rankings

The hierarchy that developed within communities following the Agricultural Revolution resulting in unequal distribution of resources and roles.

Irrigation channels

Systems created to manage water from floods for agriculture, enhancing crop production in ancient civilizations.

Long-distance trade

Exchange of goods and services over extended distances, facilitated by the agricultural surplus and urban development in ancient societies.

Western and Eastern deserts

Geographic features that provided natural barriers and resources for the ancient Egyptian civilization, contributing to its socio-economic stability.