Problem
I. Compare the following religions. You'll need to study all of your notes for them, making sure you know how many gods are worshipped, names of gods, central idea (philosophy) of the religion, what kind of afterlife that religion believes in, and how one attains some continued existence after death.
i. Hinduism
ii. Judaism
iii. Zoroastrianism
II. Discuss class inequalities in the following early civilizations. For each, know who comprises the upper class and who the lower. Be sure to know which occupations are venerated (raised high, looked up to) and which are reviled (looked down upon). Explain why these occupations are either valued or lack value. You'll need to think for yourself a little on this one.
i. China
ii. India
iii. Roman Empire
III. Describe the Meroe and Axum civilizations: where were they, what were their principle trade goods, what religion did each have, and why did each of them ultimately fail?
IV. Describe the Bantu- who they were, why they were able to be more successful than other hunter/gatherers. Understand the Bantu migration and how that changed Africa as a whole.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.