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1
Early Chinese believed a king must rule justly, benevolently, & honestly in order to keep this
Three Classics
Mandate of Heaven
Vision of Righteousness
Classical Truths
2
Republican Rome functioned as an oligarchy. Therefore, power rested with a —
small group of citizens
large group of women
religious leader
military leader
3
Daoism originated in __________and is known for its emphasis on__________.
India; reincarnation of life
China; rehabilitation
India; meditation
China; balance of opposites
4
The development of early river valley civilizations was most dependent on
fertile soils of the river valleys
smooth coastlines of the river valleys
high mountains of the river valleys
vast deserts of the river valleys
5
What lifestyle change during the Neolithic Revolution contributed to the development of cities?
the shift from hunting to farming
the shift from animism to monotheism
the shift from writing to drawing
the shift from monarchy to democracy
6
What was developed by an ancient civ., & later used by classical civs. for their law codes
Justinian's Code
Sumerian Body of Laws
Hammurabi's Code
Egyptian Justice Code
7
Which Eastern philosophy contributed to the dev. of classical civil. during the Han Dynasty?
Shintoism
Stoicism
Sikhism
Confucianism
8
Which of the following is considered one of Genghis Khan’s greatest achievements?
He let Muslims gain control of Saharan caravan routes.
He united the tribes of Central Asia to form a vast empire.
He copied the culture developed by the Japanese samurai.
He encouraged the expansion of Buddhism across Asia
9
What major contribution to classical civilizations came from the ancient Jewish tribes?
monotheism
polytheism
unitheism
secularism
10
How did the practice of selling indulgences for forgiveness of sins lead to the Reformation?
Zwingli argued publicly that indulgences could not be banned
Thomas More argued publicly that greed couldn't be forgiven.
Luther argued publicly that salvation could not be earned.
Calvin argued publicly that faith could not be perfect.
11
Which is the
best
resource or strategy for a historian studying this time period?
making unfounded hypotheses and predictions
using limited evidence
searching primary sources
relying on a famous, but biased, secondary source
12
Which empire was ruled by satraps, used a standardized monetary system, and used a Royal Road?
Egyptian
Kush
Persian
Assyrian
13
In which area did the Justinian Code have the most lasting impact?
religion
law
taxation
war
14
This building is an example of architecture from which ancient civilization?
Roman
Assyrian
Greek
Babylonian
15
What term do archaeologists use for the human-made items shown in the image?
Artisans
Fossils
Cultures
Artifacts
16
The Aztecs built their empire through trade and —
law
education
war
religion
17
Which of the following is true of the Crusades?
all of the above
decline in papal prestige
growth of a middle class
increased trade
18
What institution, used torture to rid the Catholic Church of what it considered heresy?
The Consistory of Geneva
the Court of the Inquisition
the Reign of Terror
the Diet of Worms
19
Which describes how the development of farming affected river valley civilizations?
a surplus of food allowed a division of labor
farming became the only way to make a living
state ownership of common lands became popular
Farming required the damming of rivers
20
How did the Great Schism contribute to the end of medieval Europe?
It greatly reduced the power of the Catholic church.
It allowed other religions to replace weakened Christianity.
It placed all religious Papal powers in Constantinople.
It greatly reduced the population because of the wars.
21
Which of the following contributed most to the spread of Reformation ideas?
trade
foreign invasion
compass
printing press
22
What was the major political effect on Europe of the Reformation?
Authority was transferred from the church to the state.
Dissention and intolerance brought religious fighting.
Women began to gain social status in the communities.
The Catholic church was splintered into different sects.
23
Which statement describes the political philosophy of Niccolo Machiavelli?
The ends justify the means.
The best government is no government.
All people are created equal.
Majority rules in all things.
24
In what way was the feudal system in Europe similar to the traditional caste system in India?
both systems were based on the idea of inalienable rights
both systems allowed for a high degree of social mobility
both systems established totalitarian governments
both systems provided structure for their civilization
25
The Gupta Empire was most notably characterized by its role in the —
flourishing of Hindu culture
introduction of Islamic rule
construction of Harappan cities
spread of Buddhism
26
Immediately after the fall of____ there was little education. This period was known as the ____
Rome...Crusade
Rome...Dark Ages
Normandy...Dark Ages
King John...Roman Empire
27
Which technological innovation did the ancient Romans introduce?
aqueduct
gunpowder
compass
telescope
28
Which practice was a defining characteristic of feudalism in medieval Europe?
Universities granted degrees to qualified students
Bards performed concerts in town halls in return for food
Guilds supervised the work done by craftsmen
Lords granted land to vassals in return for military service
29
What belief was common between both Hinduism and Buddhism?
no gods
asceticism
reincarnation
caste system
30
Why were Christianity and Buddhism so appealing to the masses of people in Europe and Asia?
both offered solace, safety, and guidance
both offered freedom to slaves
both elevated women to a higher class
both stressed obedience to the government
31
Complete the Neolithic Era sequence: Domestication of Animals, Farming, Food Surpluses, ???
empires
serfs
religions
trade
32
How did the kings during the Hundred Years’ War influence the people of France & England?
It created an era of technological creativity.
It created a sense of national identity.
It created an incentive for overseas exploration.
It created a tradition for cultural diversity.
33
How did the emergence of medieval feudalism in Europe influence the Christian Church?
The Church encouraged voyages of exploration.
The Church served as the unifying power in society.
The Church adopted Latin as the official language.
The Church published the Bible in the vernacular.
34
What invention of the Song Dynasty increased the spread of learning?
Neo-Confucianism
social interaction
printing techniques
Philosophy
35
In what way did humanists differ from traditional medieval philosophers during the Renaissance?
they focused primarily on the importance of the individual
they rejected ancient Greek and Roman culture
they focused primarily on the spiritual nature of life
they rejected Christian teachings and values
36
Which slave trade started before, and was on a smaller scale than the Atlantic Slave Trade?
Arabic Slave Trade
Chinese Slave Trade
Mongol Slave Trade
Virginia Slave Trade
37
Which farming technique was developed by the Incas?
floating gardens
fallow fields
grain cultivation
terrace planting
38
Ancient Egypt was a theocracy because—
the people considered their faith to be monotheistic.
the pharaoh served as head of the military.
the people considered their ruler to be a god.
the pharaoh handed down the monarchy to his children.
39
What information does the graphic provide us about ancient Egyptian society?
religion was not very important in ancient Egypt
the social structure of ancient Egypt was hierarchical
women and men had equal status in ancient Egypt
social mobility was unrestricted in ancient Egypt
40
Humanism influences Renaissance art and scholarship by advocating a return to —
feudal traditions of medieval Europe
classical traditions of Greece and Rome
aristocratic traditions of ancient Persia
monastic traditions of Spain and Italy
41
The work of Islamic mathematicians, philosophers, and scientists played a great role in the____
Crusades
Renaissance
Reconquista
Reformation
42
Why did trade flourish across Asia under the Mongol Empire?
Political alliances with Europe blocked outside competition.
Mongols leaders protected merchants and traders.
Economic sanctions on African goods created monopolies.
Religious conversion of Indian merchants created spice trade
43
Which political system has its origins in ancient Greece under Pericles?
democracy
monarchy
autocracy
oligarchy
44
Which external factor did Han China & the Roman Empire both face that contributed to decline?
threat of nomadic groups
lack of a common language
decentralization of government
lack of a strong military
45
What was the most important way that Silk Road trade was similar to gold-salt trade in Africa?
It included slaves as products for trade.
It transmitted knowledge, culture, and ideas.
It was a continuation of ancient trade routes.
It was conducted mainly by Asians and Africans.
46
Which development allowed people the ability to keep records and to express themselves?
a government structure
a harvest calendar
a writing system
a library collection
47
these historical structures show that
ancient societies needed large buildings to store food
ancient civilizations possessed advanced building techniques
religion was not considered important in ancient societies
the ancient Egyptians frequently traded with the Chinese
48
Greece influenced Rome in all of the following EXCEPT _______
art/architecture
philosophy
language
Christianity
49
which areas were most affected by the spread of both Islam and Buddhism?
Indian subcontinent
Coastal towns of China
Japan
Arabian Peninsula
50
Which of the following was most important in the emerging of the first civilizations?
irrigation
metalworking
road building
division of labor
