The Author Identifies All of the Following as Characteristics of the First

question 33

Multiple Choice

The author identifies all of the following as characteristics of the first civilizations except

• A)specialization of labor.
• B)art such as fertility figurines and cave paintings.
• C)cities and monumental architecture.
• D)organized government and a willingness to work for the common good.
• E)river valley agriculture.

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Definitions:

Legacy-creating Stage

A phase in life where individuals focus on what they will leave behind for future generations, often concerning their impact and contributions to society.

Post-formal Thought

A stage of cognitive development posited to follow Piaget’s final stage, characterized by the ability to understand that answers to problems can vary depending on circumstances and that ambiguity and contradiction are a part of life.

Practical

Related to the actual experience or use of knowledge in real-world situations, emphasizing effective action or application rather than theory.

Abstractly

Thinking in a way that is not concrete or specific, involving concepts and ideas rather than physical examples.