The Phoenicians are credited with developing one of the first alphabets, which greatly influenced later writing systems.

Wheat was one of the main agricultural products of the Indus Valley Civilization.

The Roman Forum served as the political, social, and economic center of ancient Rome.

The primary purpose of the pyramids in Ancient Egypt was to serve as tombs for pharaohs.

Zoroastrianism was the primary religion of the ancient Persians.

Papyrus was the primary writing material used in Ancient Egypt.

The Code of Hammurabi is significant as one of the earliest and most complete written legal codes in history.

Ancient Greece, particularly Athens, is credited with the creation of democracy around the 5th century BCE.

The Babylonians made significant advancements in astronomy and mathematics, including the development of a base-60 number system.

The ancient Indians are credited with significant contributions to mathematics and astronomy, including the concept of zero.

The Romans are known for their extensive road network and postal system, which facilitated communication and trade across the empire.

The Romans are known for their extensive road system and the use of aqueducts to transport water.

The Greeks are known for their monumental architecture, with the Parthenon being one of the most famous examples.

The Sumerians developed cuneiform, one of the earliest writing systems, around 3200 BCE.

Hannibal was the Carthaginian general who famously crossed the Alps to invade Italy during the Second Punic War.

Qin Shi Huang was the first emperor of a unified China, ruling from 221 to 210 BCE.