The influence of Greek and Roman culture on some Renaissance art is reflected in

a realistic portrayal of the human body

In a traditional economy, habits, customs, and rituals function as

primary considerations in decision making

A major reason the Renaissance began in the Italian city-states was their

location on the Mediterranean Sea

Alexander Falconbridge’s account describes the

initial step in Africa of the Atlantic slave trade

What was a major contribution of the Byzantine Empire?

preservation of Greek and Roman culture

In which way did the geographic diversity of Latin America affect newly independent countries?

making political unity difficult

Which statement about the Gupta Empire is a fact rather than an opinion?

The Gupta Empire developed advancements in math and science

A major purpose of five-year plans in the Soviet Union was to

increase the production of steel and machinery

Which statement about Louis XIV is an opinion rather than a fact?

The wars he engaged in were the least successful of France.

In which way did the ideas of the Enlightenment influence the French Revolution?

The divine right theory of kings was challenged

What influence did the Scientific Revolution have on the Enlightenment in Europe?

Natural laws were used to explain human affairs.

One way in which the actions of Ho Chi Minh and of Castro are similar is that both leaders

were revolutionaries who established communist regimes

One explanation for the fall of the Roman Empire and of the Han dynasty is that they both

grew too large to govern their territories effectively

Which statement reflects the overall effect of labor strikes as shown in this cartoon?

Workers are deprived of their income and suffer hardships

Which situation was a direct result of the Protestant Reformation in Western Europe?

The religions of the people of Europe became more diverse.

Friedrich Engels is using these examples to draw attention to the

working conditions in factories

What was a consequence of the Protestant Reformation?

Secular rulers became more powerful

Which statement about the Green Revolution is a fact rather than an opinion?

The negatives of using chemicals outweigh the benefits.

Which of these events that occurred in the Soviet Union was a direct cause of the other three?

implementation of five-year plans

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1
The influence of Greek and Roman culture on some Renaissance art is reflected in
challenges made to ancient religious ideals
a realistic portrayal of the human body
the impact of Shakespeare’s writing in southern Europe
competition between northern and southern European artists
2
In a traditional economy, habits, customs, and rituals function as
incentives to change
primary considerations in decision making
territorial boundaries
independent theories
3
A major reason the Renaissance began in the Italian city-states was their
location on the Mediterranean Sea
dependence on the teachings of the Catholic Church
access to goods from the Americas
military success against the Seljuk Turks
4
Alexander Falconbridge’s account describes the
initial step in Africa of the Atlantic slave trade
encomienda system in Central and South America
origins of the Bantu migration
camel trade caravans along the Silk Road
5
Which geographic feature aided industrialization in Great Britain?
highland climate
large forests
monsoon winds
good harbors
6
What geographic factor of Korea most directly influenced the spread of Chinese culture to Japan
climate
rivers
location
mountains
7
What was a major contribution of the Byzantine Empire?
preservation of Greek and Roman culture
adoption of democratic ideas from Russia
spread of humanism and secularism across Europe
reunification of eastern and western Christendom
8
In which way did the geographic diversity of Latin America affect newly independent countries?
necessitating a reliance on Spain
making political unity difficult
forcing the Church to guarantee land reform
limiting the military power of Creoles
9
One similarity between Confucianism and Christianity is that both belief systems emphasize
converting others to their teachings
praying five times a day
respecting others
making pilgrimages to holy shrines
10
In the 20th and 21st centuries, Kurds, Palestinians, and Chechens have fought to achieve
satellite status
economic interdependence
cultural assimilation
independent statehood
11
Which statement about the Gupta Empire is a fact rather than an opinion?
India’s strongest leaders came from the Gupta Empire.
The Gupta Empire developed advancements in math and science
Gupta paintings in Ajanta caves were superior to the Mauryan
Achievements of the Gupta surpassed those of China's Tang
12
Which field of study primarily focuses on governmental powers and the rights of citizens?
archaeology
political science
geography
economics
13
The situation shown in this 1919 cartoon is most directly associated with
the aftermath of war
the removal of Lenin from power
widespread German victories
efforts to stabilize the global economy
14
A major purpose of five-year plans in the Soviet Union was to
produce more consumer goods
increase the production of steel and machinery
seek direct foreign investment
eliminate central economic planning
15
Which statement about Louis XIV is an opinion rather than a fact?
The wars he engaged in were the least successful of France.
Versailles was part of his plan to control the nobles.
He insisted that Huguenots convert to Catholicism.
He strengthened the monarchy by centralizing the government
16
Capitalism is to private ownership as communism is to
self-determination
state control
laissez-faire
supply and demand
17
In which way did the ideas of the Enlightenment influence the French Revolution?
Superstition and ignorance were promoted.
Punishments for criminal acts were rooted in vengeance
The divine right theory of kings was challenged
The principles of mercantilism were glorified
18
What influence did the Scientific Revolution have on the Enlightenment in Europe?
The emphasis on religion led to the rejection of science
Scientific truths were used to justify absolute monarchies.
Natural laws were used to explain human affairs.
Economic growth was slowed by the lack of usable technology
19
One way in which the actions of Ho Chi Minh and of Castro are similar is that both leaders
were revolutionaries who established communist regimes
promoted religious freedom for all their people
strengthened and modernized democratic governments
eliminated contact with all major foreign powers
20
Historians need to determine the authenticity of a source in order to
establish its usefulness
demonstrate the significance of religious beliefs
determine the characteristics of propaganda
reinforce popular opinion
21
One explanation for the fall of the Roman Empire and of the Han dynasty is that they both
banned long-distance trade causing economic strain
grew too large to govern their territories effectively
required devotion to a single religion
refused the aid of foreign mercenaries
22
Which statement reflects the overall effect of labor strikes as shown in this cartoon?
Workers are deprived of their income and suffer hardships
Workers get to take a well-earned vacation
Employers can manage their businesses from home.
Employers generally meet workers’ demands quickly
23
Which situation was a direct result of the Protestant Reformation in Western Europe?
European rulers established religious freedom
The religions of the people of Europe became more diverse.
The Pope was removed as leader of the Catholic Church.
Women assumed leadership in most Christian denominations.
24
The Spanish encomienda system established in the Spanish colonies was most similar to European
guild systems
subsistence agriculture
feudal land grants
joint stock companies
25
What would be the best title for this chart?
Totalitarian Regimes Between the Wars
Economic Problems Between the Wars
Causes of World War II
Events During World War I
26
Which technological innovation was essential for the gold-salt trade in West Africa?
lateen sail
moveable type
camel caravans
iron cannons
27
Friedrich Engels is using these examples to draw attention to the
quality of care in urban hospitals
efficiency of the factory system
working conditions in factories
living conditions in cities
28
A major factor contributing to Japan's ability to resist invasion was its
alliances with neighbors on the continent
decentralized government structures
superior military technology
island location
29
Interactions between the Byzantine Empire and Kievan Russia influenced the Russians to
adopt Orthodox Christianity
recognize the absolute political authority of the Pope
terrorize Charlemagne’s empire
call for an alliance with the Muslims
30
He is associated with the idea that all people are born with the natural rights.
Jacques-Bénigne Bossuet
Baron de Montesquieu
John Locke
Thomas Hobbes
31
What was a consequence of the Protestant Reformation?
Religious differences were peacefully settled.
Judaism dominated southern Europe
The Holy Roman Empire became a republic
Secular rulers became more powerful
32
Kemal Atatürk is best known for helping Turkey become
a modern and secular state
a communist country allied with the Soviet Union
an imperialist power in Africa and Asia
a theocratic country with laws based on the Qur’an
33
Inca farmers adapted their environment by growing food in
clear-cut rain forests
flooded rice paddies
expansive plantations
terraced fields
34
Which statement about the Green Revolution is a fact rather than an opinion?
Chemical fertilizers & pesticides increased crop yields.
Agricultural technology is the only way to prevent famine.
Bio-engineered agricultural technologies are too expensive.
The negatives of using chemicals outweigh the benefits.
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Which of these events that occurred in the Soviet Union was a direct cause of the other three?
development of heavy industry
famine in Ukraine
implementation of five-year plans
establishment of collective farms

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