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1
Which activity occurred during the Golden Age of Muslim culture?
opposition to freedom of thought and to foreign ideas
destruction of books containing Greek and Roman ideas
beginning of pilgrimages to Mecca
major discoveries in math and science
2
Which belief is shared by Hindus and Buddhists?
The soul can be reincarnated
People should pray five times a day
Material wealth is a sign of the blessing of the gods
Everyone should have the same social status
3
The early Russian civilization adopted the Eastern Orthodox religion and the Cyrillic alphabet
from missionaries from the Byzantine Empire
from conquering Mongol invaders
through contact with traders from China
from Vikings from northern Europe
4
An immediate result of the fall of the Roman Empire was
a renewed interest in education and the arts
a period of disorder and weak central government
the growth of cities and dominance by the middle class
an increase in trade and manufacturing
5
The philosophy of Confucius stresses the importance of
respect for authority
owning land
religious beliefs
a classless society
6
Which practice is most closely associated with a person of the Islamic faith?
worshipping many gods
refraining from eating meat on Fridays
praying five times a day
following the Eightfold path
7
Which leader is most closely associated with the accomplishment shown by the illustration?
Alexander the Great
Suleiman the Magnificent
Charlemagne
Mansa Musa
8
What was the most important force in providing unity and stability in western medieval Europe?
inquisition
church
military
nobility
9
Which belief system is associated with the terms Eightfold Path, 4 Noble Truths and nirvana
Shinto
Christianity
Buddhism
Judaism
10
Confucianism had a strong impact on the development of China mainly because this philosophy
contained the framework for a communist government
established a basic structure for military rule
provided a basis for social order
stressed the importance of the individual
11
A similarity between the Western African kingdoms of Mali, Ghana and Songhai is that they
limited the power of their rulers
established economies based on trade
practiced Christianity
isolated themselves from contact with other cultures
12
The primary reason the Bantu-speaking people of West Africa migrated south and east was to
flee warfare
seek religious freedom
find land for farming and grazing
establish a colonial empire
13
Before towns and cities can develop in a society, the society needs to establish
a writing system
an agricultural surplus
an educational system
a democratic government
14
The caste system in India was characterized by
equality between men and women
toleration for various religious beliefs
a lack of social mobility
the right of people to choose their occupation
15
The middle ages in Europe was characterized by
extensive trade with the Middle East
absolute monarchies and strong central governments
the manor system and the importance of land ownership
decreased emphasis on religion in daily life
16
Which characteristic was common to the Golden Age of Greece and the Italian Renaissance?
Prosperity led to the creation of many works of art
A strong military led to national unity
Written constitutions led to democratic governments
Political instability led to the formation of unified states
17
The five relationships taught by Confucius encouraged people to
respect and worship nature
improve their positions in life
maintain social and political order
serve the needs of religious leaders
18
The routes shown on the map illustrate the
spread of Christianity
shift in European population
pattern of the Bantu migrations
expansion of apartheid
19
In Western Europe, feudalism developed after the
Roman Empire collapsed
city of Constantinople fell
Mongols invaded
Renaissance began
20
What effect did the geography of ancient Greece have on its early development?
mountainous terrain led to creation of separate city-states
abundant natural resources encouraged self-sufficiency
an inland location hindered trade and colonization
lack of natural seaports limited communication
21
In China, Confucianism emphasized the idea that
harmony is achieved by proper behavior of each person
individual goals should be placed ahead of the group needs
equality should exist between all members of society
salvation can be attained by good deeds
22
Christianity and Islam are similar in that both
are polytheistic religions
have roots in Judaism
have the same religious holidays
have practiced a strict code of nonviolence
23
A reason for the development of an early civilization in the Tigris Euphrates river valleys was
the location protected people from land invasion
the rivers provided a direct trade route with Asia
the rivers flowed directly into the Mediterranean Sea
periodic flooding left rich soil, that was ideal for farming
24
The diagram illustrates the key concepts of which religion
Hiunduism
Christianity
Islam
Buddhism
25
Which text is essential to the practice of Islam?
Torah
Analects
New Testament
Koran
26
Since the 8th century, a major source of disunity among Muslims has been the
spread of Islam as a result of invasion and trade
use of the human figure in art
establishment of production quotas for oil
differences in the religious teachings of Shiites and Sunnis
27
The illustration represents a society based on
educational achievement
political ability
accumulated wealth
social class
28
One similarity found in both Egyptian and Sumerian civilizations is that each developed a
ziggurat
compass
monotheistic religion
written language
29
Both European medieval knights and Japanese samurai warriors pledged oaths of
service to their church
devotion to their nation state
loyalty to their military leader
allegiance to their families
30
Based on this map, on which continent did humans first appear?
Asia
North America
Europe
Africa
31
Which revolution led to the development of these civilizations?
Neolithic
Commercial
Industrial
Green
32
During the feudal period in Europe, power and position in society were based on the
level of education achieved
number of slaves owned
amount of land posessed
amount of money earned
33
A reason the Tigris, Indus and Nile river valleys were centers of civilization is that they had
locations in regions of moderate climate and abundant rain
rich deposits of coal and iron ore
borders and elevations that were easily defended
the means for irrigation and transportation
34
Which title best completes this graphic organizer?
Changes resulting from the Counter Reformation
Improvements under the Tokugawa
Achievements of Medieval Europe
Developments in Ancient Ghana
35
Olympic Games, Homer, and Hellenistic culture are associated with which civilization
Greek
Phoenician
Egyptian
Roman
36
What was one effect of Alexander the Great's conquests?
decreased importance of the Silk Roads
expansion of Hellenistic culture
formation of the Christian Church
increased support of Mayan leaders
37
Which statement is supported by this excerpt from Hammurabi's Code of laws?
Fines are preferable to physical punishment
All men are equal under the law
Law sometimes distinguishes between social classes
Violence must always be punished with violence
38
How did the introduction of agriculture affect early peoples?
civilizations developed
birthrates decreased rapidly
societies became nomadic
food production declined
39
Hammurabi's Code, Twelve Tables and Justinian's Code are examples of early developments in
engineering
law
medicine
literature
40
One contribution of ancient Roman culture was the development of
the printing press
the concept of zero
the process of making silk
a republican form of government
41
In ancient China, one effect of the teachings of Confucius was the high status of
farmers
merchants
scholars
soldiers
42
In traditional India, the caste system and the Hindu beliefs of karma and dharma led to
a strong emphasis on the acquisition of wealth
a strong belief in the importance of education
the rapid industrialization of the economy
the establishment of a set of rules for each individual
43
A direct result of the Neolithic Revolution is that people
depended on hunting and gathering
began living in permanent settlements
used crop rotation to increase agricultural output
developed a nomadic way of life
44
According to Buddhist principles, believers can end personal suffering by
doing good deeds
relying on divine help
making pilgrimages to Mecca
eliminating selfish desires
45
One way in which the 5 Relationships, 10 Commandments and Eightfold path are similar is that
they establish gender equality
they provide codes of behavior
they describe secularism
they promote polytheism
46
Which concept best explains why most major religions have followers throughout the world?
ethnocentrism
secularism
cultural diffusion
cultural isolation
47
A valid conlusion drawn from these facts is that Roman women
could hold public office
were equal to men
had the right to vote
enjoyed some legal rights
48
The term feudalism is best defined as a
process in which goods are traded for other goods
holy war between Christians and Muslims
division of political power between three separate branches
system where land is given for military service & loyalty
49
One way in which the Han Dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar is that both
governed large areas around the Mediterranean Sea
promoted unity and communication by building a road system
created democratic societies where people elected officials
developed a social system in which great equality existed
50
Early peoples who moved frequently, searching for the food they needed to survive are called
village dwellers
subsistence farmers
hunters and gatherers
guild members
51
How did the geography of the Italian peninsula influence the development of the Roman Empire?
unnavigable rivers in north protected them from neighbors
lengthy, rugged coast encouraged frequent invasions
harsh climate prevented agricultural production
location of Rome contributed to control of Mediterranean
52
Which concept is most closely related to the main idea of the illustration?
armed conflict
urbanization
cultural diffusion
isolation
53
What was one direct result of the Crusades?
Alexander the Great became a powerful leader in Eurasia
Islamic kingdoms expanded into Europe
Trade increased between Europe and the Middle East
Arabs and Christians divided the city of Jerusalem
54
In a comparison of the city-states of Sparta and Athens, Sparta placed more emphasis on
family order
human rights
military service
education
55
Which was true of food-gathering societies in pre-historic times?
The concept of private property was important
The population tended to be small
Society was highly industrialized
There was a system of mass production
56
The Code of Hammurabi was a major contribution to the development of civilization because it
treated citizens and slaves equally
ended all physical punishment
recorded existing laws for all to see
rejected the principle of filial piety
57
Which circumstance best describes a long-term result of the Crusades?
Cultural exchanges between the Middle East and Europe grew
Muslim control of Jerusalem ended
Christians and Muslims achieved lasting peace
Feudalism began in Western Europe
58
The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt were similar in that both cultures
used the ziggurat form for their temples
used a hieroglyphic writing system
established trade routes to China
developed along rivers
59
Which term is used to describe the spread of Buddhism from India through southeast Asia?
cultural diffusion
ethnocentrism
isolation
imperialism
60
India's earliest civilizations were located in
dry steppes
coastal regions
mountainous areas
river valleys
61
Which society practiced direct democracy?
dynastic China
ancient Athens
Gupta Empire
early Egypt
62
The religions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam share a common belief in
animism
monotheism
nirvana
reincarnation
63
Which was a major characteristic of democracy in ancient Athens?
All adult male citizens were eligible to vote
All residents were given voting rights
Women were allowed to vote in major elections
Slaves were permitted to vote in major elections
64
Which factor most influences person's social status in early Indian societies?
geographic location
education
birth
individual achievement
65
Which item best completes the graphic organizer?
Development of the wheel
Utilization of Cuneiform
Preservation of Greek and Roman culture
Creation of the Compass
66
China under the Han dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar in that both grew wealthy because
they developed extensive trade networks
established free-market economies
encouraged democratic ideals
created classless societies
67
Which belief system is considered monotheistic?
Daoism
Jainism
Judaism
Shinto
68
The terms Brahma, dharma, and moksha are most closely associated with which religion?
Judaism
Hinduism
animism
Islam
69
According to Confucius, the key to the successful organization of society is that
individuals should know and do what is expected of them
the ruler should be chosen democratically
the evil in humans must be eliminated
ancestor worship should be discontinued
70
One way in which the African kingdoms of Ghana, Mali and Songhai are similar is that they
adopted Christianity as their major religion
established their wealth through trade
improved their military through the use of gunpowder
opened trade routes to the Americas
71
The Twelve Tables were the written laws of
the Mauryan Empire
ancient Greece
ancient Babylonia
ancient Rome
72
Which economic system existed in Europe during the early Middle Ages?
command
manorialism
free market
socialism
73
Judaism, Islam and Christianity share a belief in
reincarnation and the Four Noble Truths
teachings of the Koran (Quran)
papal supremacy
an ethical code of conduct and monotheism
74
Which was a characteristic of feudalism?
government was provided by a bureaucracy of civil servants
power rested in the hands of a strong central government
Land was exchanged for military service and obligations
unified national court systems were developed
75
Which document established the principle of limited monarchy in England?
Balfour Declaration
Twelve Tables
Magna Carta
Act of Supremacy
76
The ancient Romans' most significant contribution to Europe has been in the area of
poetry
drama
economics
law
77
Which two belief systems teach that there are spirits in nature?
Judaism and Christianity
Hinduism and Confucianism
Islam and Buddhism
Shinto and animism
78
Which action is most closely associated with polytheism
worshipping many gods
accepting the Eight-fold Path
reading the Koran
praying in a synagogue
79
A major reason for the decline of the Roman Empire was
political corruption and instability of the government
a series of military defeats in Africa
the abolition of slavery throughout the Empire
continued acceptance of traditional religions