Examine key milestones from an ancient civilization and compare them to parallel developments in the modern world. These milestones played significant roles in shaping ancient societies. By completing this task, you will be able to explain the historical and social factors that influence cultural practices, expressions, and identities.
Select one ancient civilization to focus on from the list below:
Edo Period, Japan
Han Dynasty, China
Minoan
Mayan
Inca
3. Once you have identified which culture you want to examine, research five major milestones from your chosen civilization. These could include key events, inventions, or cultural shifts. Make sure each milestone comes from a different category, such as:
Politics (such as the creation of laws or a new government system)
Religion (such as the rise of a new religion or philosophy)
Art and architecture (such as famous buildings or artworks)
Technology (such as an important invention or discovery)
Social Structure (such as new social classes or systems)
Influential Cultural Figures or Leaders
Create a visual timeline. Choose a medium like Keynote or PowerPoint (or other software) to create a graphical timeline. refer to the links below for questions
https://www.techwalla.com/articles/how-to-make-a-timeline-in-keynote
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMC-Bn86Q4w
5. Assemble your timeline with the five milestones in chronological order. (You can provide a general timeframe if you cannot find the specific date.) For each milestone, include:
A brief description (2-3 sentences) explaining what happened and its significance.
An image that represents the milestone.
6. Next, select one of the milestones and examine it from a modern perspective. Discuss how this milestone influenced society at the time and how it continues to shape society today. For instance, if you’re exploring the development of the first written language, you might relate it to the role of digital communication or social media in the present day. Your response should be three to five paragraphs in length.