What exactly makes a civilization a civilization? It may seem like an easy question, but it’s more complex than students think. This is why I like to address it when teaching about Mesopotamia or even just introducing Ancient History. When studying Ancient Civilizations, including Mesopotamia, it’s important to address the seven areas of civilization to be able to understand and analyze ancient (and even modern) civilizations. This set of activities is designed to be an easy, no-prep approach to