World History Preview

He is said to be the first Western explorer to reach China:

First Christian emperor of the Roman Empire:

According to the religion of Islam this man is considered the last prophet of God:

The first successful printing press was created by this man:

This explorer man conquered the Inca Empire

The birthplace of the Industrial Revolution:

Which one of these world leaders was not at the Yalta Conference in 1945?

The High Renaissance in Italy is associated with which three artists?

The first recorded (written) language:

Which of the following is not an accomplishment of the Qin Dynasty?

Why did the Egyptians build the pyramids?

The Hundred Years War was fought between what two countries?

This man is given credit for being the first European explorer to discover Florida:

It was through the Muslim world that Europeans:

Which city connects Asia to Europe and served as the end of the Silk Road?

What is the biggest empire in history (by territory owned)?

This country served as a US ally (friend) during the American Revolution:

Which two African nations were founded as a new home for former slaves?

What was transferred through the Columbian Exchange?

What did the Silk Road connect?

World War II began in what year?

In what year did North and South Vietnam officially reunite following the Vietnam War?

Why did European countries wish to have colonies?

During the Korean War, which country did the US support

Which explorer was the first to reach India by ship?

The disease that killed a third of Europe's population in the 14th century is known as:

World War I began in what year?

The Khmer Rouge was a regime ruling this nation in the 20th century:

One of the greatest kings of the Ancient Greece kingdom: