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A study review for the global I units 1-8.
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1
Empress Wu from china was
a Great ruler during a golden age
all of the above
Buddhist
The only female leader China ever had
2
Both the ancient Romans and the ancient Chinese view foreigners as barbarians. This is known as
Cultural diffusion
Imperialism
Ethnocentrism
Materialism
3
Which classical Society is typically associated with Plato, Aristotle, and Socrates
Han China
Greece
Rome
Sparta
4
One major contributor to the wealth and success of the Ottoman Empire
the Christian religion
extensive trade
Mongolian power
Monks writing books
5
Which answer below shows the proper chronological order of the three religions listed
Judaism, Islam, Christianity
Judaism, Christianity, Islam
Islam, Judaism, Christianity
Christianity, Judaism, Islam
6
filial piety in Confucian China and citizenship in ancient Athens are similar in that both promote
duty and responsibility
legalism
respect for the physical environment
advanced technology
7
The ancient Romans most significant contribution to Europe has been in the area of
Law
Drama
Economics
Poetry
8
The Golden Age of Muslim culture was best known for its
Advances in mathematics, science, and medicine
Frequent conflicts between Christians and Jews
Attempts to colonize North America
Policies to reduce trade between the Middle East and China
9
What aspects did the early civilizations that developed along river valleys have in common?
male sufferage
trade, communication, fertile soil, water
monotheism
used iron and steel for building
10
A group that is religouly tolerant, focuses on education, math, and science
Shintos
Serfs
Muslims
Buddhists
11
A sultan is a
leader of the Jewish religion
Ruler in an Islamic nation/empire
dancer
general in the army
12
The Eightfold Path, and the concept of Nirvana are associated with the religion of
Buddhism
Judaism
Islam
Shinto
13
A river that runs through northern China
China River
tao river
"River of Sorrow"
tigris
14
Which characteristic was common to any Golden Age?
poverty and devistation
Prosperity, stability, technological advancements
democracy
All rulers were female
15
Where did Christianity originate?
Mesopotamia
China
Roman Empire
Byzantine Empire
16
Where did taoism originate?
India
China
Mesopotamia
Israel
17
During the Middle Ages, Europeans did not eat potatoes or corn because these vegetables
Had not yet been introduced
We're too expensive to import from China
We're believed to be poisonous
Were forbidden by the Catholic church for religious reasons
18
In chinese history, the divine approval thought to be the basis of royal authority
Anthropology
Polythesism
Mandate of Heaven
China Worship
19
A marshy region formed by deposits of silt at the mouth of a river is commonly known as
Delta
Silted Area
River Area
Dynastic Cycle
20
Feudalism in Western Europe was similar to feudalism in Japan in that
direct democracy
power was based on class relationships
monotheism
equality among social classes
21
Where did Hinduism originate?
Byzantine Empire
Mesopotamia
China
India
22
Religous symbols are often
reflective of the poitical leader
only used to promote the religion
only in christianity
unimportant to most
23
A multi-stepped pyramid that formed part of a Sumerian temple is known as a
Ziggurat
Temple
Zebra
Palace
24
The Ming Dynasty eventually distrusted foreigners which led to
expansionism
democracy
isolationism
poverty
25
The first written law of the Sumerians in Mesopotamia
Mohenjo - Daro
Narmer Palette
Code of Hammurabi
Mandate of Heaven
26
In Europe a long-term effect of the Crusades was
strengthened feudal system
Increased European isolation
adoption of Islamic religion
increased demand for goods from the East
27
Muhammad promoted
fair treatment of women
Hinduism
unfair treatment of women
Christianity
28
Worship of the dead based on a belief that the deceased, have the ability to influence fortune
Influenza
Christianity
Daoism
Ancestor Worship
29
Where did Judaism originate?
India
Mesopotamia
The Roman Empire
China
30
The Buddhist religion teaches that salvation is earned by
Learning to give up selfish desire
Following the Ten Commandments
Worshipping Allah as the one true God
Being baptized and confirmed
31
Which of the following terms are best associated with the Egyptian civilization
Hieroglyphics, the dynastic cycle, ziggurats
Tigris River, summer, cuneiform
Mohan Dario, roadways, Indus River
Nile River, Hieroglyphics polytheism
32
The Middle Ages in Western Europe were characterized by
Decreased emphasis on religion in daily life
Extensive trade with Asia and the Middle East
The manor system and the importance of land ownership
Absolute monarchies and strong central governments
33
Korea greatly influenced the development of early Japan by being a
barrier against Chinese aggression
protectorate
bridge for ideas from China
role model for industrialization
34
The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt were similar in that both cultures
Establish trade routes to China
Used the ziggurat form for their temples
Developed along rivers
Used a hieroglyphic writing system
35
The success of the Mali and Ghana Empires in Africa were based on
Few economic opportunities
An emphasis on the gold and salt trade
The protection of political rights
A representative government
36
Ming and Ottoman Empires both
became isolated
decreased their population
originally traded with Europe
limited their number of provinces
37
Where did the Eastern Orthodox religion originate?
Israel
India
Byzantine Empire
China
38
The Western Empire fell; the eastern part became known as the
Byzantine Empire
Gupta Empire
Frankish Kingdom
Persian Empire
39
Which religion does not believe in heaven or hell
Christianity
Islam
Judaism
Hinduism
40
The code of Bushido of the Japanese samurai is most similar to
chivalry for European knights
teachings of Judaism
natural rights of the enlightenment
reincarnation
41
The Five Pillars are the foundation for
Buddhism
Islam
Judaism
Shinto
42
In most societies, works of art and architecture generally serve to
Limit religious value
remember leaders
oppose government in power
Reflect the values of that Society
43
What document is an example of a primary source
a novel
a diary
an encyclopedia
a textbook
44
One way in which Eastern Orthodoxy, Roman Catholicism, and Protestantism are similar is that each
Is a branch of Christianity
Was once the official religion of the Byzantine Empire
Accepts the supreme authority of Pope
Rejects the Old Testament as part of the Bible
45
The Roman Catholic Church during the Middle Ages in Europe can best be described as
A stabilizing influence
Avoided involvement in Social and educational matters
A weak force
Favored separation from secular governments
46
The MAIN reason for the development of early civilizations in Mesopotamia river valley was that
it protected the people from land invasion
rivers provided a trade route to Europe
flowed into the Mediterranean sea
rich soil for farming
47
Animism is the belief in
a cycle of Life, Death, and rebirth
living things have souls and are connected
belief in the same God
Salvation through Good Deeds
48
Asoka achieved
hospitals, rest stops , and the spread of Buddhism
no religious tolorance
little scientific accomplishments
Spreading Judaism
49
Which is an accurate statement about Japan's natural resources
Japan has a fertile crescent plain suitable for growin grain
Japan has extensively used the Seas for fishing
reserves of petroleum are located in northern part of Japan
Large coal and iron deposits are located in the mountains
50
The European feudal system
was supported by the labor of peasants
had opportunities for social Mobility
promoted political and economic equality
Controlled by a powerful middle class
51
Empire that introduced the Cyrillic alphabet to Russia
Byzantine Empire
Greece
Rome
Persian Empire
52
The ancient Athenians are credited with
Inventing the printing press
Inventing and using the wheel
Establishing governments that have Democratic elements
Eliminating slavery
53
The height of the Mongol Empire is marked with?
total annihialtion of all
Religious tolerance and expansion
Religious uniformity
Emphasis on individualism
54
Which of the following functions as the economic system in Western Europe during the Middle Age
Mercantilism
currancy
Canon law
Manoralism
55
The Indus Valley Civilization was different from the other civilizations because they
Were the most violent
Had little class distinction
not technologically advanced
were in the Americas
56
This is an offshoot of Hinduism but does not believe in the caste system
Imperialism
Capitalism
Hinduism
Buddhism
57
Jewish religion and cultural identity has been greatly influenced by
The New Testament and the Four Noble Truths
The Torah and the diaspora
The Quran and the code of Bushido
Ramadan and the concept of reincarnation
58
In Japan between 1603-1868, the most notable action taken by the Tokugawa Shogunate was the
military conquest of China
cultural links with Europe
extensive trade with the Americas
virtual isolation
59
Which aspect of a nation's culture is most directly influenced by the physical geography?
Population distribution
Religious
Social class system
Form of government
60
Similarity in Christianity, Islam, and Judaism
polytheistic
Call God by the same name
based on the teachings of Abraham
believe in reincarnation
61
One way in which The Vedas the Bible and the Quran are similar is that these religious books
Deny the existence of a Supreme Being
Encourage Strife
Support political rebellion
Provide guidelines that govern behavior
62
One effect of mountain ranges, rainforests and river systems have had on Latin America is/was
encourage cultural diffusion
a single form of gov't
large amounts of farmable land
limit transportation + communication systems
63
Recent archaeological studies suggest the theory that
The wheel was used by all ancient societies
The earliest humans evolved in the Great Rift Valley
All the continents were settled at about the same time
Farming societies developed before hunting societies
64
The Pax Romana was a period of 200 years in which Roman society...
declined
suffered a decrease in population
relatively peaceful
constantly losing Wars
65
Geographic diversity in the Middle East led to
similar political systems
unequal standards of living
common economic systems
uniform living
66
The similarity between the Mughal, Safavid, and Ottoman Empires is
The church was no longer influential
They used gunpowder, firearms and cannons
Economic activity declined
Art contained religious themes
67
Taoism stresses
Developing Harmony between humans and nature
Adhering to the five Confucian relationships
Believing in one God
Following the Eightfold Path
68
Russia adopted the Orthodox Religion due to the influence of
The Byzantine Empire
China
Iran
France
69
The height of the Islamic Golden age
spread hinduism
expansion through peaceful means, religious tolorance and trade
stayed isolated
only expanded through war
70
Early civilizations worshiped many gods and were
polytheistic
monotheistic
71
In Chinese culture ___ philosophy had a big impact on social order and political organization
Shintoism
Confucianism
Communism
taoism
72
Which of the following terms best describes Athens and Sparta
Theocracy
Oligarchy
Republic
City state
73
In China, the development of ethnocentrism was most influenced by
It's geographic isolation
A long history of democratic government
It's historic Reliance on foreign Nations
A strong belief in Christianity
74
In European Feudal society, an individual's social status was determined by
marriage
birth
education and training
individual abilities
75
The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt were similar in that both cultures
used the ziggurat form for their temples
developed along river valleys and were polytheistic
Established trade routes to China
Used a hieroglyphic writing system
76
Africa had great architecture and education prior to European Colonialism
True
False
77
Prior to colonization by Europeans Mali, Axum, Kush and Songhai in Africa had
All of the above
strong economic and social lives
advanced architecture and more
a long history of trade
78
The Neolithic Revolution
from nomadic to farming
Factory systems
herding was discontinued
from farming to nomadic
79
Which economic system existed in Europe during the early Middle Ages?
command
socialism
free market
manorialism
80
What are the two rivers located in Mesopotamia called?
Yellow and Ming
Tigris and Euphrates
Yellow and Brown
Tiger and Euploid
81
the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem and the Great Pyramid in Egypt are examples
cultural diffusion on complimentary architecture
The influence of Buddhist architecture on conquered Nations
Ancient architectural monuments no longer in use
Architectural accomplishments reflecting religious beliefs
82
Which statement best describes the results of the Crusades
Islamic Influences dominated Europe
trade expanded
Europeans had lasting control in Middle East
European belief in religion freedom
83
The early civilizations of the Nile, Meso, and Yellow River valley, were most similar because they
were modern industrialized societies
depended on fertile land
monotheistic
depended on each other for trade
84
bone used by Shang priests to tell the future
Rosetta Stone
Narmer Palette
Oracle Bone
Ziggurat
85
Mansa Musa was
An African Muslim King
The richest man in the world
All of the above
The leader of the Mali empire
86
The teachings of Confucius encouraged people to
Reject government Authority
Believe in reincarnation
Follow a code of moral conduct
Put their own interest first
87
the key to the successful organization of Society according to Confucius, is that
Ancestor worship discontinued
know your place and do what is expected
eliminating evil
democratic elections
88
Indus Valley government promoted
The importance of water collection
Slavery
War
Monotheism
89
Aqueducts, fair treatment under the law, and Latin language
Mesopotamia
Greece
Roman Empire
Gupta Empire
90
The governing system used by people of Athens was best known as
Dynasty
Republic
Empire
Democracy
91
A system of writing with wedge-shaped symbols, invented by the Sumerians
Cuneiform
Confucianism
Sumeriform
Hieroglyphics
92
The Gupta Empire was best known for
inventiing the printing press
aqueducts
mathematics and medicine
gunpowder
93
One similarity between the five pillars of Islam and the Ten Commandments is that both
Support a belief in reincarnation
Provide a guide to proper ethical and moral Behavior
Encourage the use of statues to symbolize God
Promote learning as a means to Salvation
94
The historical pattern of the rise, decline, and replacement of dynasties in China
Polythesism
Rise and Fall Cycle
Mandate of Heaven
The Dynastic Cycle