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They valued the production of simplistic and functional goods
They created artistic goods that demonstrated advanced skills
They believed artistic goods should be enjoyed by the community as a whole
They produced artistic goods to trade for high profits
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Persians force Israelites into captivity
Persians release Israelites from captivity
Israelites are forced to become Persian citizens
Israelis conquer Persia and Babylon
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Which Ancient Mesopotamian invention cuts and breaks soil while being pulled by an animal?
irrigation
sail
plow
metallurgy
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This is a map of India. Which number represents the Himalayan Mountains?
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What event drove Israelites from Canaan to Egypt?
Famine caused them to migrate in search of new food sources.
Floods caused them to migrate to find new farmland to grow crops.
Disease hurt the population, causing them to look for a better environment.
Fires hurt their natural resources, causing them to search for more land.
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They were unable to create new weapons.
They were unable to gather resources from the land.
They created improved systems of communication.
They created tools that improved their way of life.
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dharma-1, karma-2, moksha-3, reincarnation-4
dharma-4, karma-3, moksha-2, reincarnation-1
dharma-2, karma-1, moksha-4, reincarnation-3
dharma-3, karma-2, moksha-1, reincarnation-4
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How did Judaism differ from religions practiced in other ancient societies?
Judaism had no gods but worshipped the natural world.
Judaism had many gods and worshipped all of them.
Judaism had one central god and many minor gods.
Judaism had one god and only worshipped that god.
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1&4
1&3
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Irrigation
metallurgy
plowing
harvesting
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Gravity was discovered
Mathematics education became mandatory
Calculus was discovered
Hindu-Arabic numerals were developed.
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Which statement describes the role of enslaved people in Ancient Egyptian society?
Many were used as labor for construction projects
Many were used to teach religion
Many were business owners
Many were political leaders
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How did the invention of cuneiform impact Mesopotamian society?
It allowed Mesopotamians to solve complex math problems quickly.
It prevented Mesopotamians from developing written languages
It led to the creation of a written language.
It became a widely popular art form used throughout society.
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Which characteristics allowed agriculture to grow in the Fertile Crescent? Select TWO that apply.
a water source
large animals for hunting
fertile soil
dry climate
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to design architectural features
to protect the community
to help with farming
to record information
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Which term MOST accurately describes Ancient Mesopotamian religion?
monotheistic
animistic
polytheistic
atheistic
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Which geographic feature BEST encouraged the growth and development of the Harappan civilization?
The Fertile Crescent
The Indus River Valley
The Red Sea
The Himalaya Mountains
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The development of papyrus impacted record-keeping for the Ancient Egyptians because__________
records became less accessible
recording ideas became easier
records needed to be kept in stone or clay
recording ideas was challenging to organize
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Black Sea
Zagros Mountains
Persian Gulf
Nile River
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This chart shows why Ancient Mesopotamia was the Fertile Crescent. Which factor BEST completes this chart?
harsh winters
large forests
rich soil
arid deserts
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How did the development of roadways in Sumer increase trade in the region?
It increased the amount of time it took to reach trading centers.
It made it possible for farmers to live within city centers.
It protected trade routes from invaders.
It allowed goods to be moved along trade routes more quickly.
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This chart shows the impacts of several events in Ancient Mesopotamian society. Which impact BEST completes this chart?
The Ancient Mesopotamian economy grew.
The Ancient Mesopotamian military increased in size.
The Ancient Mesopotamian economy collapsed.
The Ancient Mesopotamian military became weaker.
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1-King, 2-Farmers
1-Pharaoh, 2-Ruling Class
1-Oligarch, 2-Workers
1-Emperor, 2-Enslaved Persons
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This is a map of Southwest Asia. Which number CORRECTLY identifies the location of the Mediterranean Sea?
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4
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Which type of government was often led by a king?
oligarchy
empire
monarchy
democracy
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Which geographic features were located in Ancient Mesopotamia. Select 2 that apply.
Sahara Desert
Red Sea
Tigris River
Euphrates River
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___________ was home to the world's first empire.
Egypt
China
India
Mesopotamia
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Which number correctly identifies a ziggurat built by Ancient Mesopotamian civilizations?
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How did the creation of food surpluses in Sumer impact economic activity in the region?
Trade decreased because city-states became isolated.
Trade increased because food was used to barter.
Trade increased because there was no competition for purchasing goods.
Trade decreased because there was no demand for food.
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The leadership weakened Ancient Egypt by stretching its resources too thin
Egypt was strengthened by keeping it isolated and self-sufficient.
The leadership weakened Ancient Egypt by exposing it to outside invaders.
The leadership ensured growth in Ancient Egypt size, influence, and legacy
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rise of monotheistic religions
creation of democratic governments
collapse of stable food supplies
development of barter economies
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More people practiced mummification similar to the Egyptians
More people began worshipping Egyptian gods
More people began wearing Egyptian-style clothing
More people farmed the same crops as Egyptians
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How did the discovery of King Tut's tomb contribute to the study of Ancient Egypt?
ResponsesPeople were able to learn more about life in Ancient Egypt.
People were inspired to move to Egypt.
People started to dress in Ancient Egyptian-style clothing.
People experienced massive religious conversion.
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How did Ancient Egyptian and Nubian cultures influence each other?
They worked together to develop the pyramids for their pharaohs.
Egyptians conquered the Nubians and spread Egyptian traditions.
Egyptians taught the Nubians how to plant along the Nile River.
They were trade partners because both regions produced different goods.
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How did the introduction of a written code of laws impact Ancient Mesopotamia?
It allowed rulers to change laws more easily.
It prevented individuals from studying laws.
It improved public knowledge of crimes and punishments.
It increased the amount of crimes committed.
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It is a list of legal codes & rules for Buddhist countries
It tells Buddhists they must convert new believers.
It helps lead Buddhists journeying to a holy city.
It describes how Buddhists should live & grow spiritually
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This map shows trade routes. Advancements in which area had the GREATEST impact on the developments shown in this map?
religion
writing
art
agriculture
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This is a map of the Fertile Crescent. How did geographical features impact the development of the region?
The Mediterranean Sea allowed civilizations to expand into Europe.
The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers allowed civilizations to develop near water
The Arabian Desert allowed civilizations to develop near other cultures.
The Zagros Mountains allowed civilizations to expand into Asia.
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People became nomadic to find better food sources
People started to move to follow the seasons
People joined other tribes to try to end hostiles
People were able to create permanent settlements
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According to the excerpt, what was one advantage of clay tablets created in Ancient Mesopotamia?
They were easy to create
They were cheap
They were long lasting
They were easy to trade
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A class system is an example of which aspect of civilization?
military organization
written language
social strcture
technological advancement
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The writing of sacred texts to guide the deceased
The buidling of pyramids to honor the pharaohs.
The worshipping of the sun god to ensure a successful passage
The ritual of mummification to preserve the body for the afterlife
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What role did deities play in Ancient Mesopotamian religion?
They were isolated from daily life.
They created laws.
They shaped the role of the individual.
They controlled natural events.
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This chart describes several terms used to measure time. Which number CORRECTLY defines the term Common Era (CE)?
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Which characteristic of civilization BEST completes this chart?
government
provides protection
determines how and where to use resources
religion
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It promoted a democratic government and distributed resources equally.
Eliminated distinctions between civilian groups and the government leaders.
Ensured individuals could freely choose their social statuses & professions
Created a structured society & defined social roles based on jobs and birth
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Who is credited with founding Buddhism?
Ramses the Great
Queen Hashetsut
Siddhartha Gutama
King Saul
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Early Jewish history was defined by the isolation of its people.
Judaism developed in one civilization.
Early Jewish history was defined by the diaspora of its people.
Judaism was unable to influence Ancient Egypt.
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This is a summary of an event during the Agricultural Revolution. How did this event impact human civilization?
It led to the creation of religion.
It led to the creation of fire.
It led to the creation of hunting weapons.
It led to the creation of textile clothing.
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is the oldest piece of written music
is the oldest written epic
is the oldest example of government taxation
is the oldest written set of laws
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Bases on this excerpt, what was one common belief held by Mesopotamian Religion?
Nature and religion were connected
Natural events prevented religious activities
Religious ceremonies were unnecessary
Religious events were celebrated privately
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How did silt lead to advancements in agriculture in Ancient Mesopotamia?
It formed natural barriers.
It provided building materials.
It made irrigation unnecessary.
It made growing seasonal crops easier.
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Which achievements can be attributed to the Harappan civilization? Select 3 that apply.
roads arranged into grid systems
architecture built with uniform bricks
sanitation and sewer systems
mummification of humans and animals
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Why did labor specializations occur during the Agricultural Revolution? Select TWO that apply
Religion became more important to humans than survival.
Demand for trade goods increased.
Civilizations became nomadic.
Humans were able to focus on tasks other than obtaining food.
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religious texts
sundial
cuneiform
ziggurat
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What was one of the basic principles of justice within the Code of Hammurabi as reflected in the excerpt?
Punishments should never be based on social status
Punishments are decided by the people
Punishments should never involve violent penalties
Punishments should fit the crimes
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It reduced the role of government within Mesopotamian city-states.
It kept individuals from conducting business outside of Mesopotamia.
It helped businesses establish prices for goods and services.
It defined laws and rules that maintained order in society.
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Judaism and its power do not change, regardless of their daily devotion.
Only a small amount of devotion is required for them to be successful
The more the believers of Judaism the more success they will have
You confuse practices of Judaism with practices from other religions
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Which statement BEST reflects how Israelites were affected by King Saul's leadership?
Israelites added many more gods to their religion
Israelites rebuilt temples to promote religious unity.
Israelites became farmers instead of nomads
Israelites united their tribes into one nation
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What phrase BEST completes this chart?
were only located in natural geographic formations like caves
were built of metals like bronze and copper
were permanent structures made of bricks
were able to be taken down and rebuild for easy movement
