Which characteristic was common to the Golden Age of Greece and the Pax Romana?

Prosperity led to the creation of many works of art and architecture

One way in which the Han dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar is that both

promoted unity and communication by building a strong system of roads

The Golden Age of India's Gupta Empire is known for its

advancements in mathematics and medicine

Which geographic factor has helped China remain isolated for many centuries?

Northern and western mountain ranges

Which of the following groups of terms best summarizes the legacy of the Roman Empire?

Architecture, engineering, law, language

Which is a direct result of the fact that Japan is mountainous?

There is little land available for farming.

Why did the ancient city-states of Athens and Sparta develop different political systems?

The mountainous topography resulted in the isolation of these city-states

The Gupta Empire of India tried to bring about unity by

Promoting Hindu culture exclusively

The most valid statement concerning societies which have had a Golden Age is that during these periods they

Experienced major accomplishments in the arts, sciences, and literature

As a result of 207 years of Pax Romana, the Roman Empire _________

Experienced peace and prosperity.

Which feature of a certain plain is likely to be a result of the other three?

There is a large population in the plain.

The Gupta Empire enjoyed a "Golden Age" in part because of the

General peace and prosperity of the times

How did geography influence the development of ancient Greece?

Excellent harbors encouraged seafaring trade

Which statement, made by an American, is the best example of ethnocentrism?

The people of China are less civilized than the people in the US

One way in which the Golden Age of the Han dynasty and Golden Age of the Roman Empire were similar is that both

Experienced advances in architecture and technology

One similarity between the Gupta Dynasty in India and the Tang Dynasty in China is that each dynasty

made advances in the arts, sciences, and mathematics

Which statement best explains the periods of the Gupta Empire of India and the Golden Age of Greece?

Wealth & a time of relative peace often leads to cultural achievement

The Ancient Athenians are credited with

Establishing governments that had democratic elements

Ethnocentrism is best defined as

the belief that one’s culture is superior to all others

Which accomplishments are associated with the Gupta Empire?

Built Hindu temples and developed the concept of zero

A study of the Indus, Nile, Huang He, Tigris, and Euphrates rivers would be most important in understanding the

Role of geography in the development of early civilizations

The Age of Pericles, the Gupta Empire, & the Han dynasty all experienced a golden age that included

Outstanding contributions in the science and architecture

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1
Which aspect of a culture is most directly influenced by physical geography?
population distribution
government
religious practices
education
2
Which characteristic was common to the Golden Age of Greece and the Pax Romana?
Prosperity led to the creation of many works of art and architecture
Written constitutions led to the establishment of a monarchy.
Wars with neighbors to expand the empire
A strong military led to national unity.
3
The geographic isolation of a people frequently reinforces
the need for higher education
a traditional way of life
the development of a golden age
a process of cultural diffusion
4
What caused the major difficulties in uniting ancient Greeks under a single government?
The geography of the region
Size of the region
The independent nature of the people
All of the above
5
One way in which the Han dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar is that both
governed large areas around the Mediterranean Sea
created democratic societies in which people elected their government
promoted unity and communication by building a strong system of roads
developed a social system in which great equality existed
6
The Golden Age of India's Gupta Empire is known for its
advancements in mathematics and medicine
sea trade routes to Europe
development of gunpowder
acceptance of Christianity as an official religion
7
Which geographic factor has helped China remain isolated for many centuries?
Severe climate
Navigable river systems
Northern and western mountain ranges
Many natural harbors
8
Which of the following groups of terms best summarizes the legacy of the Roman Empire?
Philosophy, drama, architecture, religion
Language, drama, art, religion
Architecture, engineering, law, language
Technology, law, philosophy, poetry
9
Which is a direct result of the fact that Japan is mountainous?
The people of Japan live mainly on plateaus.
Japan was constantly invaded by the Huns and the Russians
There is little land available for farming.
There is a weak central government.
10
In China, regional differences in food crops, types of homes, and clothing are most likely the result of
Government directives
Geography and climate
Social mobility
Nationalism and colonialism
11
One way in which the ancient city-state of Athens and the Gupta Empire are similar is that both
allowed universal suffrage
promoted art and literature
established plantation agriculture
developed matriarchal societies
12
Why did the ancient city-states of Athens and Sparta develop different political systems?
Foreign travelers introduced new philosophies.
The Greek Empire was divided into North and South empires
The mountainous topography resulted in the isolation of these city-states
For over three centuries, civil wars raged in these city-states.
13
The Gupta Empire of India tried to bring about unity by
Eliminating slavery and establishing a democratic government
Promoting Hindu culture exclusively
Conquering Chinese territory
Allowing diversity and religious tolerance
14
The most valid statement concerning societies which have had a Golden Age is that during these periods they
Possessed great quantities of natural resources
Developed democratic governments
Surpassed all preceding cultures in scientific advances
Experienced major accomplishments in the arts, sciences, and literature
15
The Han era is considered a golden age in China for all the following reasons EXCEPT
The development of trade
The defeat of the barbarians
The influence of Confucius' ideas
The revival of learning
16
As a result of 207 years of Pax Romana, the Roman Empire _________
Shrank in size and wealth
Experienced continuing hostilities among neighboring regions.
Experienced peace and prosperity.
Survived invasions from barbarian tribes
17
Deserts, mountains, and tropical rain forests have affected the history of many regions by
encouraging foreign invasions
isolating peoples and cultures
promoting political reform
increasing social mobility
18
Which feature of a certain plain is likely to be a result of the other three?
The plain has fertile soil.
There is a river in the plain which can be used for immigration
There is a large population in the plain.
The plain has adequate rainfall to grow rice.
19
The Gupta Empire enjoyed a "Golden Age" in part because of the
General peace and prosperity of the times
Spread of Buddhism
Fought a series of civili war to expand its empire
Invention of the decimal system.
20
How did geography influence the development of ancient Greece?
Flat plains made centralized rule possible
Rich farmland led to dependence on agriculture.
Excellent harbors encouraged seafaring trade
Tropical climate discouraged urban development.
21
Which statement, made by an American, is the best example of ethnocentrism?
Islam is practiced in the Middle East
The people of China are less civilized than the people in the US
Many people in Africa travel by foot.
The average family in India has more members than the average family in US
22
One way in which the Golden Age of the Han dynasty and Golden Age of the Roman Empire were similar is that both
Developed a social system in which great equality existed
Experienced advances in architecture and technology
Fought wars to expand their empires
Governed large areas around the Mediterranean Sea
23
One similarity between the Gupta Dynasty in India and the Tang Dynasty in China is that each dynasty
promoted equality for women
gained overseas colonies
made advances in the arts, sciences, and mathematics
developed a democratic government
24
Which feature would most likely be shown on a physical map?
Climate
Mountain ranges
Population density
Vegetation zones
25
Which statement best explains the periods of the Gupta Empire of India and the Golden Age of Greece?
The winning of a war often inspires scientific and artistic achievements
Wealth & a time of relative peace often leads to cultural achievement
Periods of censorship are needed for a nation cultural & science greatness
A dictatorship usually encourages cultural growth and development.
26
The Ancient Athenians are credited with
Inventing the printing press
Eliminating slavery
Establishing governments that had democratic elements
Inventing and using the wheel
27
Ethnocentrism is best defined as
the belief that one’s culture is superior to all others
military preparation for a civil war
love and devotion to one’s country
a belief in one god
28
Which accomplishments are associated with the Gupta Empire?
Establishment of Pax Romana and founding of a Chinese dynasty
Defeat of the Roman Empire and building Christian Churches
Built Hindu temples and developed the concept of zero
Adoption of democracy and construction of the Pantheon
29
A study of the Indus, Nile, Huang He, Tigris, and Euphrates rivers would be most important in understanding the
Reasons that ancient empires were based on nomadic civilizations
Role of geography in the development of early civilizations
Causes for the decline of the empires in Europe and Asia
Rise in power of the Muslim empire
30
The Age of Pericles, the Gupta Empire, & the Han dynasty all experienced a golden age that included
The furthest expansion of their borders
Outstanding contributions in the science and architecture
A civil war between generals and politicians
The development of democracy and the end of foreign domination

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