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