CHAPTER 1

· 500 years ago there were 500 civilizations here

· Civilizations have:

1. trade centers

2. specialized labor

3. organized govt. and religion

4. a common record keeping history

5. technology

Civilization: a complex blend of cultures with enough in common

· Columbus’ stage was set by:

1. Marco Polo 11-1200 AD; Italian who brought back Chinese culture

2. Crusades – 100 year war for the holy land Muslims vs. Christians