Ancient Civilisations Worksheet - GCSE - Intermediate

Ancient Civilisations worksheet for Key Stage 4 / GCSE (Ages 14-16). Intermediate level history practice, aligned to the UK National Curriculum. Print-ready with answer key included.

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Exploring Ancient Civilisations

Key Stage 4 / GCSE (Ages 14-16) - Intermediate Level

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Instructions: This worksheet will guide you through various aspects of Ancient Civilisations. You will engage in source analysis, extended writing, and data interpretation to deepen your understanding of historical contexts and events.

Source Analysis: The Code of Hammurabi

Examine the source text below and answer the questions. Consider the historical context, purpose, and reliability of the source.

Source Text: 'If a man put out the eye of another man, his eye shall be put out. If he breaks another man's bone, his bone shall be broken.' - The Code of Hammurabi

1. What does this source tell us about the legal system in Ancient Babylon?

2. Discuss the purpose of this code in maintaining social order.

3. Evaluate the reliability of this source as a historical document.

Comparison: Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia

Compare the key features of Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia using the table below. Then answer the questions to demonstrate your understanding.

Feature	Ancient Egypt	Mesopotamia
Writing	Hieroglyphics	Cuneiform
Government	Pharaohs	City-States

1. Which civilisation had a centralised form of government?

2. Identify one similarity in the religious beliefs of these civilisations.

3. How did the writing systems differ between the two?

Extended Writing: The Impact of the Silk Road

Write an essay discussing the impact of the Silk Road on cultural exchange between ancient civilisations. Include examples of goods, ideas, and technologies that were exchanged.

Evaluate the significance of the Silk Road in promoting cultural exchange between ancient civilisations. Consider the types of goods, ideas, and technologies that were exchanged and their impact on the societies involved. [12 marks]

Data Interpretation: Population Growth in Ancient Rome

Analyse the data in the table below and answer the questions. Use the information to understand the factors contributing to population growth in Ancient Rome.

Year	Population (in millions)	Growth Rate (%)
100 BC	1.5	2
50 BC	2.1	4
0 AD	3.2	5
50 AD	4.5	6

1. Which period saw the highest growth rate?

2. Calculate the total population increase from 100 BC to 50 AD.

3. Discuss one factor that might have contributed to this population growth.

Source Analysis: The Fall of the Roman Empire

Read the following excerpt about the fall of the Roman Empire. Analyse the source for its perspective and potential bias.

Source Text: 'The decline of Rome was the natural and inevitable effect of immoderate greatness. Prosperity ripened the principle of decay; the causes of destruction multiplied with the extent of conquest.' - Edward Gibbon, 'The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire'

1. What perspective does the author provide on the fall of the Roman Empire?

2. Identify any potential bias in the source.

3. How does the author's interpretation compare with other historical accounts?

Extended Writing: The Role of Religion in Ancient Civilisations

Discuss the role of religion in shaping the social and political structures of ancient civilisations. Use specific examples to support your arguments.

Analyse the influence of religion on the social and political structures of ancient civilisations such as Egypt, Mesopotamia, and the Indus Valley. Provide specific examples to illustrate your points. [15 marks]

Comparison: Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome

Use the table to compare the political systems of Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome. Answer the questions to demonstrate your understanding of their differences and similarities.