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