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1
Which social scientist specializes in the scarcity of resources and availability of goods?
archaeologist
economist
sociologist
anthropologis
2
Hunting and gathering, subsistence agriculture, and the barter system are characteristics of a
market economy
traditional economy
command economy
mixed economy
3
Much of the wealth of the West African kingdoms of Ghana and Mali was gained from the
control of the trans-Saharan trade in gold and salt
sale of slaves to Europeans
creation of colonies on the Mediterranean coast
taxation on goods brought by Indian merchants
4
Ibn Battuta and Marco Polo were similar in that both
fought to free their people from Mongol rule
produced written records of their extensive travels
ruled over vast empires that included diverse peoples
converted thousands of people to Christianity
5
While Sahara was an obstacle for Europeans, it is a highway for Africans. It is due to
Europeans lacking the knowledge to travel in the desert.
Desertification reducing the amount of arable land
Trade between Africa and Europe decreasing.
African empires generally avoiding contact with Europeans.
6
-Seafood is part of Filipino diet. Russians live west of Ural .
What completes the outline?
Governments Control the Actions of Citizens
Economic Issues Influence National Goals
Geography Affects Human Behavior
Rivers Are Barriers to Interdependence
7
Which statement about the Tang dynasty is a fact rather than an opinion
The emperors granted jobs to scholars who passed exams
China's best emperors came from the Tang dynasty
the culture of the Tang dynasty was superior to Han dynasty
advances were greater
8
One way the Five Relationships,the Ten Commandments,the Eightfold Path are similar is that they
establish gender equality
provide codes of behavior
describe secularism
1. promote polytheism
9
ideals developed in the Athens of Pericles and in Republican Rome influenced the development of
a theocracy in Iran
military juntas in Latin America
a parliament in Britain
a communist government in China
10
In Japan, the martial arts, the tea ceremony, and flower arranging reflects the influences of
imperialism and militarism
Buddhism and Shintoism
mercantilism and animism
capitalism and shintoism
11
citizens in Athens had right to attend Assembly and cast votes. This situation is an example of
direct democracy
absolutism
totalitarianism3
parliamentary democracy
12
The term "subsistence farmers" refers to people who grow
food to sell in village markets
just enough food to meet the needs of the immediate family
enough food to feed an entire village
a single cash crop
13
Which phrase best describes Mali under the rule of Mansa Musa?
a period of political chaos
a poverty-stricken era3
a golden age
a decade of colonial unrest
14
One reason for the growth and success of 9th C cities LIKE Baghdad and Ch'ang-an (Xian) was
traded only with people from their immediate region
were located on major trade routes
Tolerated religious diversity
were part of the Roman Empire
15
One major characteristic of the Renaissance period is that the
manor became the center of economic activity3
Catholic Church no longer had any influence in Europe
major language of the people became Latin
classical cultures of Greece and Rome were revived
16
How did geography affect both Napoleon's invasion and Hitler's invasion of Russia?
The tundra enabled the movements of troops.
Warm-water ports prevented the flow of supplies.
The climate created obstacles to success
Deserts made invasion possible
17
Which aspect of social science would a geographer most likely study in depth?
how location influences the way people live
how beliefs influence the behavior of a group of people
how economic events influence history3
how people influence governmental decisions
18
Which factor led to the development of civilizations in ancient Mesopotamia?
religious differences
favorable geography
universal education
political harmony
19
an impact of geography on the history of the Korean peninsula?
Large deserts have led to isolation
Lack of resources prevented development of manufacturing.
Lack of rivers has limited food production
Location has led to invasion and occupation by other nations
20
Confucianism had a strong impact on the development of China mainly because this philosophy
established a basic structure for military rule
stressed the importance of the individual
provided a basis for social order
contained the framework for a communist government
21
The Code of Hammurabi was a major contribution to the development of civilization because it
treated citizens and slaves equally2
recorded existing laws for all to see
ended all physical punishment
rejected the principle of filial piety
22
Which statement about the geography of Africa is most accurate?
The variety has served to promote cultural diversity
Much of the land in Africa is tundra and forest.
Much of the land in Africa is below sea level.
Africa has an irregular coastline with many natural harbors.
23
Which concept illustrated in Africa's traditional musical instruments made of gourds and shells
effect of artistic expression on religion
development of traditional government
impact of geography on cultural development
role of education in the ancient world
24
Hieroglyphic and cuneiform systems provided the basis for the development of
subsistence farming
painting and sculpture
oral traditions
recorded history
25
The use of terrace farming by the Inca and Japanese cultures is an example of
social change through assimilation
destruction of the environment
economic improvement through trade
adaptation to the surrounding geography
26
Which historical events are in the correct chronological order?
Crusades >Renaissance >Neolithic Revolution>Roman Empire
Renaissance ->Neolithic Revolution ->Crusades ->Roman Empire
Neolithic Revolution ->Roman Empire ->Crusades ->Renaissance
Roman Empire ->Neolithic Revolution ->Crusades ->Renaissance
27
Tang Dynasty in China, the Gupta Empire in India during their golden ages were known as eras of
artistic and intellectual achievement
economic poverty and political upheaval
major industrial development
intense nationalism
28
One similarity between the Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire is that both
ensured equality for women
developed parliamentary governments
declined because of corruption in government
reached their height of power at the same time
29
Which statement describes how geography affected the growth of the ancient civilizations?
Large savanna areas provided protection from invaders.
Large deserts provided many mineral deposits.
Access to the Atlantic Ocean provided trade routes
River valleys provided rich soil to grow plentiful crops.
30
Which statement about Greek civilization is an opinion rather than a fact?
Athens had a better culture than that of Sparta
Boys in Sparta were trained to be soldiers.
Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle were Greek philosophers.
Many adults in Athens did not have the right to vote.
31
Which social scientist primarily studies how people change
resources into goods and services?
economist
sociologist
archaeologist
psychologist
32
One reason early civilizations developed in China, Egypt, and Mesopotamia is because
climate and geography favored agriculture
rivers contributed to nomadic lifestyles
natural barriers provided protection from invasions
vast mineral deposits existed for manufacturing
33
-Spread of Islam-Gold and salt trade-Timbuktu-Pilgrimage of Mansa Musa. These deal with
Benin
Kush
Egyptian
Mali
34
One reason many historians study geography is to
explore the value systems of early people
help predict changes in government
tell when events took place
show connections between people and places
35
The fall of the Byzantine Empire to the Ottoman Turks (1453) prompted Spain and Portugal to
reform their political systems
seek new trade routes to East Asia
extend religious tolerance to the Muslim peoples
expand the Catholic Inquisition into the Middle East
36
Early people who moved frequently as they searched for food they needed for survival are called
guild members
village dwellers3
subsistence farmers
hunters and gatherers .
37
What is a major contribution of the Byzantine Empire to global history?
construction of the pyramids
invention of writing
expansion of equal rights
preservation of Greek and Roman culture
38
How did the introduction of agriculture affect early peoples?
Food production declined.
Birthrates decreased rapidly.
Societies became nomadic.
Civilizations developed.
39
The concept of zero and the decimal system were introduced. Which empire is described ?
Maurya
Gupta
Persian
British
40
Culture is sometimes referred to as a “blueprint for living” because it
provides plans for exploration of new territory
flourishes best in traditional societies
is determined by genetics
includes things that contributes to a society’s development
41
Bantu-speaking people migrated southward and eastward was to
find land for farming and grazing
seek religious freedom
flee warfare
establish a colonial empire
42
Before West African civilizations had contact with Europeans, these civilizations developed
art that included bronze, gold, and clay sculptures
one system of government for the entire region
social systems that emphasized the nuclear family
economies that did not rely on trade
43
. In China, Confucianism emphasized the idea that
individual goals should be placed ahead of the group
salvation could be attained by meditation and good deeds
harmony could be achieved by the proper behavior
equality should exist between all members of society2
44
Which empire is most closely associated with
split in Christianity?
British
Mughal
Persian
Byzantine
45
A major contribution of the Roman Empire to Western society was the development of
monotheism
4. an effective legal system
the principles of revolutionary socialism
gunpowder
46
In western Europe, feudalism developed after the
Roman Empire collapsed
Mongols invaded
Renaissance began
city of Constantinople fell
47
Which document is an example of a primary source?
an encyclopedia article on religions of the Middle East
the diary of a WW I soldier
a textbook on Russian history
novel on the Age of Exploration
48
What is the main reason the Neolithic Revolution is considered turning point in world history?
Farming and domestication of animals led to settledment.
Fire was used as a source of energy for the first time.
Spoken language was used to improve communication.
Stone tools and weapons were first developed.
49
One aspect common to both Shinto and Taoism is a
deep reverence and respect for nature
A unique aspect of religion in Japan is that
belief in the reincarnation of souls
belief in one God
50
In ancient times, the Silk Road made the exchange possible between
Egypt and Greeck
Siberia and the Ottoman Empire
China and the Roman Empire
Korea and Japan
51
Which geographic feature had the greatest influence on ancient civilizations?
dense forests
mountain passes
smooth coastlines
river valleys
52
Alexander the Great’s conquests of Greece, Asia Minor, Egypt and Persia led to the
adoption of a feudal system3
establishment of representative democracy
spread of Hellenic culture
spread of Islamic culture throughout Europe
53
Which activity occurred during the Golden Age of Muslim culture?
major discoveries in mathematics and science
beginning of pilgrimages to Mecca
opposition to freedom of thought by rulers
destruction of books containing Greek and Roman ideas
54
Why did the ancient city-states of Athens and Sparta develop different political systems?
The Byzantine Empire dictated government policies.
For over 3 centuries, civil wars raged in these city-states.
mountainous topography resulted in isolation of city-states
Foreign travelers introduced new philosophies.
55
One similarity in the rule of Julius Caesar, Genghis Khan, and Catherine the Great is that each
engaged in territorial expansion
encouraged the spread of independence movements
introduced the use of gunpowder in warfare
required the use of Latin throughout the empire
56
The Pillars of Emperor Asoka and the Code of Hammurabi are most similar to the
map projections of Mercator
Great Sphinx of the Egyptians
ziggurats of Sumeria
Twelve Tables of the Romans
57
Which geographic characteristic is shared by both Greece and Japan?
irregular coastline
navigable rivers
abundant mineral resources
tropical rain forests
58
What was an important result of the Neolithic Revolution?
Food supplies became more reliable
Populations declined
New sources of energy became available
People became more nomadic
59
The golden ages of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires can be attributed in part to
cultural isolation
distinct social classes
command economies
stable governments
60
One effect of rugged, mountainous geography on ancient Greece was the development of
absolute monarchies
extensive trade with the Persians
separate, independent city-states
belief in one God
61
Who introduced the Cyrillic alphabet, Orthodox Christianity, and domed architecture to Russia?
Mongols
Byzantines
Vikings
Muslims
62
The use of the Silk Road and caravan routes in northern Africa and southwestern Asia encouraged
self sufficiency
ethnocentrism
cultural isolation
cultural diffusion
63
Archaeological studies of the Indus Valley cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro show evidence of
urban planning
monotheism
social equality
dynastic rule
64
The exchange ofsilks and spices and the spread of Buddhism along the Silk Roads are examples of
desertification
cultural diffusion
self-sufficiency
ethnocentrism
65
Which belief or practice is expressed in this quotation?
reincarnation
monotheism
rigid class structure
fasting and prayer
66
China under theHan dynasty and Roman Empire were similar in that both grew wealthy because they
encouraged democratic ideals
developed extensive trade networks
established free-market economies
created classless societies
67
Which factor most influenced a person’s social position in early Indian societies?
geographic location
individual achievement
education
Birth
68
One way in which the Han dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar is that both
promoted unity and communication by building roads
developed a social system in which great equality existed
created democraticy in which people elected their officials
governed large areas around the Mediterranean Sea
69
The main purpose of a time line is to show the
benefits of modern civilizations
chronological relationship between events
location of important places
causes and effects of wars
70
Which factor explain scientific and literary achievements of the Muslims in their Golden Age?
cultural diversity accepted by many Islamic governments
innovations introduced in Renaissance
legal equality of all people in the Islamic empire
expansion of trans-Atlantic trade
71
Which feature would most often be shown on a political map?
topography
capital cities
type of climate
levation
72
One way in which the Eightfold Path and the Five Pillars of Faith are similar is that these rules
restrictsocial mobility
stress the spiritual being in all natural objects
suggest a deep respect for nature and reincarnation
represent codes of behavior
73
One reason the cultures of North Africa is different from the rest of Africa was
Arabian Sea
Congo River Basin
Great Rift Valley
Sahara Desert
74
The golden ages of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires can be attributed in part to
distinct social classes
cultural isolation
stable governments
command economies
75
A major effect of the decline of the Roman Empire was that western Europe
entered a period of chaos and disorder
returned to a republic form of government
was absorbed by the Byzantine Empire
came under the control of the Muslims
76
Mansa Musa' journey to Mecca in the 1300's is evidence that
European culture was the superior to cultures of W. Africa
the Crusades had a great influence on western Africa
most African leaders were educated in the Middle East
Islam had a major influence on the Mali Empire
77
-Kushites adapted Egyptian art-Arabs used Indian concept of zero.
These actions are examples of
cultural diffusion
filial piety
ethnocentrism
scientific research
78
on which continent did humans first appear?
Asia
Africa
North America
Europe
79
Which belief is most closely associated with the philosophy of Confucianism?
prayer
nirvana
filial piety
reincarnation
80
In western Europe, the Middle Ages began after the collapse of which empire?
Mughal
Roman
Ottoman
Byzantine
81
1. In which field of study do people learn about the development of early human beings?
political science
cartography
economy
anthropology
82
Which statement about the Golden Age of Islam is a fact rather than an opinion?
Muslim artists had more talent than European artists
Islamic society preserved Greek and Roman culture
Islamic art was more abstract than Greek art
Muslims were the best early mathematicians
83
The caste system in India and the feudal system in Europe were similar in that both
provided structure for society
established totalitarian governments
developed concepts of natural rights
promoted peace and prosperity
84
The terms Brahma, dharma, and moksha are most closely associated with which religion?
animism
Hinduism
Islam
Judaism
85
One way writers of the Renaissance were influenced by writers of Greece was Renaissance writers
stressed the power of human reason
produced few new scientific ideas
produced few new scientific ideas
showed little interest in secular affairs