Create a vertical timeline. As you read the section, record the date and name of each event listed below. Some of the dates will be approximate. The timeline has been started for you.
Timeline Events
First city-states arise in Sumer
Sargon of Akkad formed empire
Roman Republic formed
Athens formed direct democracy
Roman Empire formed
Feudalism began in Europe
Rise of absolute monarchies
Glorious Revolution in England
American Revolution
French Revolution
Rise of totalitarian dictatorships
