In the past three units, you have learned about ancient Greece and Rome, the rise of Islam and the Byzantine Empire and the diversity of trade-based empires in Africa. For this assignment, you will explore one of these civilizations in more detail. Instructions:

• Choose one of the civilizations that interests you the most.

• Research the civilization and answer the following questions:

o Where is the civilization located?

o What factors lead to the civilization’s success? (such as military strength, trade, religion)

o What relationships did the civilization have with other civilizations?

o What led to the civilization’s fall?