Question

Which of these is a basic characteristic of a civilization?

A) strong military
B) written language
C) capitalist economy
D) democratic government

Answer 1

Strong military or capaitalist econmy

Answer 2

Answer: written language

Civilizations may or may not have a strong military, a capitalist economy, or a democratic government, but it has to have a written language in order for it's citizens to communicate.

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