One factor essential to the development of early civilization was -

the ability to produce surplus food

The philosophers of ancient Greece were important because they...

applied human reason to comprehend the world

Which of the following is a belief shared by Buddhists?

Selfish desires are the main cause of human suffering.

Based on the map, what influence did geography have on the development of ancient Greece?

It led to the formation of independent city-states.

Which contribution to humanity was made by ancient Israel?

the first monotheistic religion

Study the graphic organizer below and then answer the question that follows.

Consequences of the fall of Rome on Western Europe

On which principle was the Chinese philosophy of Legalism based?

People need rules to force them to behave morally.

Based on the information above, what would you expect to occur next in this sequence?

Mesopotamian ideas were passed on to other civilizations.

What do all of the locations indicated by letters on this map have in common?

Each is where an early civilization once began along a river valley.

Why is the Neolithic Revolution often considered a turning point in history?

Permanent settlements developed in river valleys.

These facts could be used as evidence in support of the view that -

ancient Egypt was a theocracy and a monarchy

What geographic characteristics most influenced where the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt developed?

They arose in river valleys, which offered mild climates and fertile soil.

How did Athenians participate in political decisions?

All citizens had the right to attend meetings of Athenian assembly.

Which was an important effect of the Neolithic Revolution?

Humans were able to build permanent settlements.

This excerpt shows that Hammurabi's Code continues to affect us today in its belief that...

uniform punishments in family matters must be established by the state

Early civilizations emerged as early as 7,000 years ago. What was one characteristic of these early civilizations?

an ability to produce surplus food through agriculture

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1
Which of the religions listed above originated in the Middle East?
1, 3, 5
1, 2, 3
2, 3, 4
2, 4, 5
2
One factor essential to the development of early civilization was -
the use of a standard medium of exchange
the ability to produce surplus food
the emergence of a distinct caste system.
the taking of an annual census
3
The philosophers of ancient Greece were important because they...
applied human reason to comprehend the world
preferred monotheism to polytheism
promoted the spread of Christianity
refused to participate in wars against other Greek city-states
4
The idea of democracy, in which citizens participate in their own government by electing officals, were first found...
Mesopotamia and Han China
Gupta India and Song China
Classical Greece and Rome
the Judeo-Christian legal tradition
5
The primary characteristics of a republic is the presence of a government....
by elected representatives
lacking in citizenship participation
ruled by one political party
by a hereditary monarch
6
What legal principle is referred to in the excerpt?
"Innocent until proven guilty"
"Eye for an eye."
"Equality before the law"
"Trial by jury"
7
Which of the following is a belief shared by Buddhists?
People should only associate with others of the same caste.
Selfish desires are the main cause of human suffering.
There is only one God.
Wealth is usually a sign of divine favor.
8
Based on the map, what influence did geography have on the development of ancient Greece?
It discouraged trade by sea
It led to the formation of independent city-states.
It promoted what farming throughout Greece.
it encouraged the rise of monotheism
9
Which contribution to humanity was made by ancient Israel?
the invention of the first alphabet
the first democratic government
the first cultivation of rice and cotton
the first monotheistic religion
10
Study the graphic organizer below and then answer the question that follows.
Impact of Christianity on Western Europe
Viking attacks on Western Europe
Factors leading to the fall of Rome
Consequences of the fall of Rome on Western Europe
11
Members of the Senate elected two citizens to act as consuls to govern the city. What is the best title for this list?
Muslim Discoveries
Renaissance Innovations
Ancient Greek Tools
Chinese Inventions
12
On which principle was the Chinese philosophy of Legalism based?
Divine laws can be observed in the natural world.
Rulers derive their power from the people.
Authority can be used compassionately in society.
People need rules to force them to behave morally.
13
The importance of obligation to family in ancient Chinese culture is most associated with...
Buddhism
Confucianism
Legalism
Taoism
14
Based on the information above, what would you expect to occur next in this sequence?
Mesopotamians were forced to adopt Hittite culture.
The Hittites refused to continue writing in cuneiform.
Mesopotamian ideas were passed on to other civilizations.
Mesopotamia ideas disappeared from recorded history.
15
Which religion teaches that people are born into their position based upon their deeds in a previous life?
Sikhism
Hinduism
Judaism
Confucianism
16
What do all of the locations indicated by letters on this map have in common?
Each is where ancient rulers were once buried under large pyramids.
Each is where an early civilization once began along a river valley.
Each is where wheat and barley were first farmed.
Each was once ruled by a pharaoh.
17
In ancient Sparta, which activity was a defining feature of citizenship for men?
Membership in the military
Participation in public assemblies
Attendance at religious ceremonies
Financial contribution to public-works projects
18
Why is the Neolithic Revolution often considered a turning point in history?
Hunters-gatherers learned to control fire.
A single culture came to dominate ancient society.
Ancient peoples learned how to hunt and gather food.
Permanent settlements developed in river valleys.
19
The Gupta Empire was most notably characterized by its role in the
flourishing of Hindu culture
spread of Buddhism
construction of Harappan cities
introduction of Islamic rule
20
These facts could be used as evidence in support of the view that -
the pharaoh could be female as well as male
the pharaoh's authority was based on popular consent
the pharaoh did not exist in human form
ancient Egypt was a theocracy and a monarchy
21
What geographic characteristics most influenced where the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt developed?
They began in steep mountains, which offered protection from invaders.
They developed in deserts, which offered easy construction of roadways.
They arose in river valleys, which offered mild climates and fertile soil.
They appeared on plateaus, which provided flat areas to build cities.
22
How did Athenians participate in political decisions?
All citizens had the right to attend meetings of Athenian assembly.
All residents had the right to vote on changes to the city's laws
Members of the Senate elected two citizens to act as consuls to govern.
Citizens elected representatives to permanent legislature.
23
Which was an important effect of the Neolithic Revolution?
Humans were able to make goods more efficiently with the use of steam power
Humans were able to build permanent settlements.
Humans developed the first religious beliefs.
Humans learned to use fire to cook their food.
24
This excerpt shows that Hammurabi's Code continues to affect us today in its belief that...
any crime against the state must be severely punished
uniform punishments in family matters must be established by the state
reasonable conduct in family life was not a concern of the state
disputes within a private family are not the business of judges
25
Early civilizations emerged as early as 7,000 years ago. What was one characteristic of these early civilizations?
the use of paper currency for trade with neighboring peoples
an ability to produce surplus food through agriculture
dependence on hunting and gathering to meet subsistence needs
a belief in one god

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