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