Let's carefully analyze each question based on the information in the chart.
Question 1: What type of religion did Egypt and Mesopotamia have in common?
Correct Answer: polytheism
Reasoning: Both ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia practiced polytheism, which is the belief in many gods. This is clearly mentioned in the chart where it states "Polytheism" for both civilizations.
Question 2: According to the chart, who is credited with the creation of sails?
Correct Answer: Mesopotamia
Reasoning: The chart indicates that the "Domestication of livestock, wheels, sails, basic tools, chariot" is credited to Mesopotamia. Thus, the development of sails is attributed to this civilization.
Question 3: Why did Egyptians view their gods as good and Mesopotamians view their gods as punishing?
Correct Answer: Egyptian gods gave beneficial floods and Mesopotamian gods gave torrential floods
Reasoning: The chart summarizes the attitudes towards gods based on the flooding behavior. Egyptians experienced predictable flooding that was viewed positively, leading them to see their gods as beneficial. In contrast, Mesopotamians faced unpredictable flooding, which led to an outlook where their gods had to be appeased to prevent damaging floods, thus viewing them as punishing.
These answers utilize the information provided in the chart and draw conclusions based on the distinctions between the two civilizations' perspectives and contributions.