In this unit, you learned about civilizations that once existed in the Mediterranean and the Middle East. Within these civilizat
ions, you learned about different types of governments that were created to rule over people and lands. Identify some of the different types of governments that you learned about and the civilization with which they were associated. Compare and contrast these different governments, using facts from the lessons. Next, imagine that you are a leader of a new civilization in this region. Which type of government would you have supported in your kingdom or empire? Why?
We have learned about the ancient civilizations of India and China. If I were a leader of a new civilization, I would support representative democracy, as it is a type of democracy founded on the principle of elected officials representing a group of people.
The constitution of India was written in Sanskrit. Important religious texts were written in Sanskrit. The ancient Aryan language became the modern language of India.
