SiddharthaGautama, an Indian prince, left his privileged life behind because

He had discovered the true extent of suffering in the world

Whichof the following was NOT one of thefour Cradles of Civilization?

Amazon River Valley in South America

Theprimary reason for which ancient people settled along river valleys is that:

Those areas had good soil for growing crops

Thecode of Hammurabi is an example of:

Written rules for legal procedures

All of the following are TRUE about Confucianism EXCEPT:

It was spread by Asoka throughout India & China

The dynastic cycle refers to:

Rise and fall ofruling families in China

Thefertile land of Mesopotamia, also known as the Fertile Crescent, liesbetween:

The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers

Which of the following is a significantaccomplishment of the Hebrew people?

Established a monotheistic religion based on a covenant wGod

Theancient Mesopotamians and the ancient Egyptians BOTH:

Developed an extensive written language

In India the caste system determined a person’s job, personal associations&spouse. This showsit

Was a way of life as well as an element of religion

Allof the following are TRUE of theMandate of Heaven EXCEPT:

Originated as a justification for the Qin conguest of Ming

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1
SiddharthaGautama, an Indian prince, left his privileged life behind because
He had discovered the true extent of suffering in the world
His father forced him out of the palace
He had experienced pain and suffering in his own life
His wife could not give him an heir
2
Thefounder of the Mauryan Empire, Chandragupta Maurya, is known for:
Creating the Buddhist caste system
Spreading Buddhism
Unifying North India
3
Whichof the following was NOT one of thefour Cradles of Civilization?
Amazon River Valley in South America
Huang He River Valley in China
Tigris/Euphrates River Valleys in Mesopotamia
Nile River Valley in Egypt
4
Asoka,a leader of the Mauryan Empire, is mostly known for his contributionin the spread of __
warfare
Hinduism
Buddhism
the caste system
5
Theprimary reason for which ancient people settled along river valleys is that:
the land was higher along the rivers
they were unable to travel across rivers
Those areas had good soil for growing crops
minerals were usually found nearby
6
Thecode of Hammurabi is an example of:
The power of a legislature to veto laws
Written rules for legal procedures
Regulations on theway to conduct wars against nations
The power of strong kings to control trade
7
Which EARLYChinese achievement was likely the most important to the development of trade?
Accurate calendar
Silk=making
Bronze artwork
Writing System
8
All of the following are TRUE about Confucianism EXCEPT:
It emphasizes respect for one's parents and elders
Focuses onharmony in society through five relationships
It was used as the basis for civil service exams
It was spread by Asoka throughout India & China
9
Domesticating animals and farming began in which time period?
Neolithic
Paleolithic
10
The dynastic cycle refers to:
Rise and fall ofruling families in China
Development of higher forms of culture in China
Isolation of China from foreign countries
Use of military rule in Chine
11
Which literature is associated with Judaism?
The Qu'ran
The Bible
The Torah
The Hymnal
12
Thefertile land of Mesopotamia, also known as the Fertile Crescent, liesbetween:
The Middle East and the Fertile Crescent
The Nile River and the Red Sea
The Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea
The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers
13
Which of the following is a significantaccomplishment of the Hebrew people?
Established a monotheistic religion based on a covenant wGod
They were the first to use a written language
They conquered Mesopotamia & forced people to leave
They built temples to worship their many gods
14
Hindus and Buddhists both believe in:
the caste system
Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva
Reincarnation
Meditation
15
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a civilization?
Advanced Technology
Complex Institutions
Specialized Workers
Education System
16
Accordingto the Four Noble Truths, suffering is cause by:
Selfish desires
The caste system
Reincarnation
17
What advancement led to the development of civilizations?
religion
trade
fire
farming
18
Which type of government gives one ruler unlimited power to exercise as they see fit?
Democracy
Dynasty
Theocracy
Autocracy
19
Theancient Mesopotamians and the ancient Egyptians BOTH:
Established monotheistic religions
Developed an extensive written language
Established various trade routes to India and China
Encouraged democratic participation in government
20
Inorder for towns and cities to develop within a society, a society must first establish:
A system of religion
A democratic government
An agricultural surplus
An educational system
21
Allof the following were a result of the Neolithic Revolution EXCEPT:
Decrease in population
Greater inventivness
Community living
Organized government
22
Theearliest Indian civilizations, Harappa and Mohenjo–Daro, developed in the_____ valley region
Yellow River
Tigris River
Indus River
Euphrates River
23
In India the caste system determined a person’s job, personal associations&spouse. This showsit
Was a way of life as well as an element of religion
Helped eliminate ethnic and religious rivalries
Promoted social mobility in India
Was stronger in rural areas than urban areas
24
Allof the following are TRUE of theMandate of Heaven EXCEPT:
originated as justification for the Zhou conquest of Shang
It provides divine approval for political leaders
Originated as a justification for the Qin conguest of Ming
It is taken away from corrupt rulers

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