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GDS Standard World Prep Period 1--Post-classical Era 1200*-1450
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1
What is the mit'a system used by the Inca empire?
their written language
their agricultural practice of irrigation ditches
their polytheistic religion
mandatory public service
2
Which characteristics were commonly associated with manorialism
subsistence farming & self-sufficiency
disease & labor shortages
long distance trade and cultural diffusion
educational discoveries and cultural advancement
3
What effect did the Mongol Empire have on Eurasia in the 1200s?
creation of a common language
expansion of Japanese cultural traditions
universal adoption of Confucian ideal & practices
significant increase in trade & travel
4
Which of the following was NOT an invention from China during their golden age (Tang/Song--618-1279)
moveable type
compass
Arabic numerals
Paper
5
Which of the following is NOT a central Asian nomadic group?
Uighurs
Mongols
Turks
Aztecs
6
What are the Crusades?
a plague that killed 1/3 of European population
Rebirth of learning and culture in W. Europe
Series of exploration campaigns by Europe
Religious wars in Europe and W. Asia
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How did Islam diffuse into Africa?
Trade
Political conquering
European missionaries
It originated in Africa
8
Why are the Crusades considered a turning point in history?
created a permanent Jewish state--Israel
led to a decline in trade btwn Europe and Asia
reunited E & W Rome
led to the transition from Euro. Middle Ages to the Renaissance
9
Which of the following is NOT a West African Sudanic Empire
Mali
Ghana
Ethiopia
Songhai
10
Which mountain range did the Inca Empire settle in and expand upon?
Andes Mountain Range
Applachain Mountain Range
Rocky Mountain Range
Himalaya Mountain Range
11
Which of the following terms identifies the Aztec farming technique of "floating gardens?"
chinampas
Quipu
human sacrifice
terrace farming
12
What does the Inca mit'a system prove about their society?
Religion played a minimal role in their society
The Inca established cooperation and planning in their labor
International trade was of significant importance
Their society centered around ancestor worship
13
What is manorialism?
econ system during Euro medieval times where a Lord ruled over land & serfs
A monotheistic religion that emphasizes nature
A social class system of the New World based on race.
a concept in which a group of people see themselves as superior
14
How are the major American Empires (Maya, Aztec, Inca) similar?
created complex civilizations
maintained democratic styles of gov't
coexisted peacefully with neighboring empires
developed in river valleys
15
Which geographic difficulty did East African Coastal cities overcome to trade on the Indian Ocean Trade Network?
Monsoon winds
Unnavigable rivers
Water Pollution
Hurricanes
16
Most of which continent came under the rule of the Mongol Empire
Africa
Asia
Europe
North America
17
Based on this map, what conclusion can be made about the city of Constantinople?
It was isolated from outsiders
It was the only urban area in AfroEurasia from 1200-1450
It was a city of limted importance
It was an important trading hub
18
Which of the following is NOT a commodity known for being exported out of W. Africa
Slaves
Gold
Silk
Gold
