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#globalstudies Final Exam Review
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The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt were similar in that both cultures
used the ziggurat form for their temples
used a hieroglyphic writing system
established trade routes to China
developed along rivers
2
In a comparison of the city-states of Sparta and Athens, Sparta placed more emphasis on
human rights
education
military service
family order
3
The philosophy of Confucius stresses the importance of
a classless society
respect for authority
religious beliefs
owning land
4
Judaism, Islam and Christianity share a belief in
an ethical code of conduct and monotheism
teachings of the Koran (Quran)
papal supremacy
reincarnation and the Four Noble Truths
5
India's earliest civilizations were located in
river valleys
coastal regions
dry steppes
mountainous areas
6
How did the introduction of agriculture affect early peoples?
food production declined
civilizations developed
societies became nomadic
birthrates decreased rapidly
7
A major reason for the decline of the Roman Empire was
the abolition of slavery throughout the Empire
a series of military defeats in Africa
continued acceptance of traditional religions
political corruption and instability of the government
8
Hammurabi's Code, Twelve Tables and Justinian's Code are examples of early developments in
engineering
literature
medicine
law
9
The terms Brahma, dharma, and moksha are most closely associated with which religion?
Hinduism
Islam
Judaism
animism
10
Early peoples who moved frequently, searching for the food they needed to survive are called
hunters and gatherers
subsistence farmers
guild members
village dwellers
11
According to Buddhist principles, believers can end personal suffering by
making pilgrimages to Mecca
relying on divine help
doing good deeds
eliminating selfish desires
12
Which two belief systems teach that there are spirits in nature?
Hinduism and Confucianism
Shinto and animism
Islam and Buddhism
Judaism and Christianity
13
Which leader is most closely associated with the accomplishment shown by the illustration?
Charlemagne
Suleiman the Magnificent
Alexander the Great
Mansa Musa
14
One similarity found in both Egyptian and Sumerian civilizations is that each developed a
written language
compass
monotheistic religion
ziggurat
15
Since the 8th century, a major source of disunity among Muslims has been the
differences in the religious teachings of Shiites and Sunnis
spread of Islam as a result of invasion and trade
use of the human figure in art
establishment of production quotas for oil
16
The Code of Hammurabi was a major contribution to the development of civilization because it
ended all physical punishment
rejected the principle of filial piety
treated citizens and slaves equally
recorded existing laws for all to see
17
Which was true of food-gathering societies in pre-historic times?
The population tended to be small
The concept of private property was important
There was a system of mass production
Society was highly industrialized
18
China under the Han dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar in that both grew wealthy because
they developed extensive trade networks
established free-market economies
encouraged democratic ideals
created classless societies
19
Olympic Games, Homer, and Columns are associated with which civilization
Greek
Egyptian
Phoenician
Roman
20
A reason for the development of an early civilization in the Tigris Euphrates river valleys was
periodic flooding left rich soil, that was ideal for farming
the location protected people from land invasion
the rivers provided a direct trade route with Asia
the rivers flowed directly into the Mediterranean Sea
21
What effect did the geography of ancient Greece have on its early development?
an inland location hindered trade and colonization
mountainous terrain led to creation of separate city-states
abundant natural resources encouraged self-sufficiency
lack of natural seaports limited communication
22
The caste system in India was characterized by
equality between men and women
the right of people to choose their occupation
toleration for various religious beliefs
a lack of social mobility
23
Before towns and cities can develop in a society, the society needs to establish
an educational system
an agricultural surplus
a writing system
a democratic government
24
Which statement is supported by this excerpt from Hammurabi's Code of laws?
All men are equal under the law
Law sometimes distinguishes between social classes
Violence must always be punished with violence
Fines are preferable to physical punishment
25
One way in which the 5 Relationships, 10 Commandments and Eightfold path are similar is that
they establish gender equality
they promote polytheism
they provide codes of behavior
they describe secularism
26
Which concept best explains why most major religions have followers throughout the world?
cultural diffusion
secularism
ethnocentrism
cultural isolation
27
Which was a major characteristic of democracy in ancient Athens?
All adult male citizens were eligible to vote
Slaves were permitted to vote in major elections
Women were allowed to vote in major elections
All residents were given voting rights
28
An immediate result of the fall of the Roman Empire was
a renewed interest in education and the arts
an increase in trade and manufacturing
a period of disorder and weak central government
the growth of cities and dominance by the middle class
29
Which practice is most closely associated with a person of the Islamic faith?
refraining from eating meat on Fridays
praying five times a day
worshipping many gods
following the Eightfold path
30
What was one effect of Alexander the Great's conquests?
formation of the Christian Church
expansion of Hellenistic culture
decreased importance of the Silk Roads
increased support of Mayan leaders
31
Confucianism had a strong impact on the development of China mainly because this philosophy
contained the framework for a communist government
stressed the importance of the individual
established a basic structure for military rule
provided a basis for social order
32
The religions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam share a common belief in
reincarnation
nirvana
monotheism
animism
33
The diagram illustrates the key concepts of which religion
Buddhism
Hiunduism
Islam
Christianity
34
A direct result of the Neolithic Revolution is that people
depended on hunting and gathering
began living in permanent settlements
used crop rotation to increase agricultural output
developed a nomadic way of life
35
According to Confucius, the key to the successful organization of society is that
the evil in humans must be eliminated
ancestor worship should be discontinued
the ruler should be chosen democratically
individuals should know and do what is expected of them
36
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 a road system
created democratic societies where people elected officials
developed a social system in which great equality existed
37
Which belief system is associated with the terms Eightfold Path, 4 Noble Truths and nirvana
Judaism
Buddhism
Christianity
Shinto
38
Which action is most closely associated with polytheism
reading the Koran
worshipping many gods
praying in a synagogue
accepting the Eight-fold Path
39
Which society practiced direct democracy?
ancient Athens
Gupta Empire
early Egypt
dynastic China
40
Which belief system is considered monotheistic?
Judaism
Daoism
Jainism
Shinto
41
The ancient Romans' most significant contribution to Europe has been in the area of
law
poetry
drama
economics
42
Christianity and Islam are similar in that both
are polytheistic religions
have roots in Judaism
have the same religious holidays
have practiced a strict code of nonviolence
43
Which text is essential to the practice of Islam?
Torah
New Testament
Koran
Analects
44
In China, Confucianism emphasized the idea that
salvation can be attained by good deeds
individual goals should be placed ahead of the group needs
equality should exist between all members of society
harmony is achieved by proper behavior of each person
45
The Twelve Tables were the written laws of
the Mauryan Empire
ancient Rome
ancient Babylonia
ancient Greece
46
In traditional India, the caste system and the Hindu beliefs of karma and dharma led to
the rapid industrialization of the economy
the establishment of a set of rules for each individual
a strong belief in the importance of education
a strong emphasis on the acquisition of wealth
47
Which term is used to describe the spread of Buddhism from India through southeast Asia?
cultural diffusion
isolation
imperialism
ethnocentrism
48
Which concept is most closely related to the main idea of the illustration?
isolation
urbanization
cultural diffusion
armed conflict
49
Which belief is shared by Hindus and Buddhists?
Material wealth is a sign of the blessing of the gods
The soul can be reincarnated
People should pray five times a day
Everyone should have the same social status
50
A valid conlusion drawn from these facts is that Roman women
could hold public office
enjoyed some legal rights
had the right to vote
were equal to men
51
The five relationships taught by Confucius encouraged people to
improve their positions in life
respect and worship nature
maintain social and political order
serve the needs of religious leaders
52
In ancient China, one effect of the teachings of Confucius was the high status of
scholars
soldiers
merchants
farmers
53
Which revolution led to the development of these civilizations?
Commercial
Industrial
Neolithic
Green
54
Which factor most influences person's social status in early Indian societies?
geographic location
birth
education
individual achievement
55
One contribution of ancient Roman culture was the development of
the process of making silk
the concept of zero
the printing press
a republican form of government
56
A reason the Tigris, Indus and Nile river valleys were centers of civilization is that they had
the means for irrigation and transportation
rich deposits of coal and iron ore
locations in regions of moderate climate and abundant rain
borders and elevations that were easily defended