The five relationships taught by Confucius (K'ung-fu-tzu) encouraged people to

Maintain social and political order

China under the Han dynasty & the Roman Empire were similar. They both grew wealthy because

Developed extensive trade networks

Before the use of the Silk Road, how did geography affect early China?

The mtns and deserts in W & S China slowed exchange of ideas

In most societies, works of art and architecture generally serve to

Reflect the values of the society

One result of the Neolithic Revolution was

The establishment of villages & rise of governments

Social mobility within a society means that people may

move from one social class to another

Which was a major characteristic of democracy in ancient Athens?

All male adult citizens were eligible to vote.

Which was true of food-gathering societies in prehistoric times?

The population tended to be small.

The Buddhist religion teaches that salvation is earned by

Learing to give up selfish desire.

Which statement was true of the caste system in traditional India?

Caste Membership determined a person's occupation

The term empire is best defined as

an extensive territory under the rule of a single authority

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

Promoted unity & communication by building a system of roads

An major factor that prevented the Greek city-states from uniting to form a single nation was

Mountainous topography of the region

The Age of Pericles in Athens and the Gupta Empire in India, both experienced a golden age with

outstanding contributions in the arts and sciences

The Silk Road was important because it allowed for the

exchange of goods between Asia and the Middle East

In the broadest definition, the term “culture” means that

A distinct way of living and behaving is learned by society

Recent archaeological studies suggest the theory that

The earliest humans evolved in the Great Rift Valley, Africa

In India, the Caste System has existed for many centuries because

Hindu doctrines of dharma & karma support Caste System

Hinduism and Buddhism are similar in that both religions

stress attainment of a better life through spiritual rebirth

What was one effect of Alexander the Great’s conquests?

expansion of Hellenistic culture

Confucianism emphasizes the idea that

Everyone has an important responsibility to society & family

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1
The five relationships taught by Confucius (K'ung-fu-tzu) encouraged people to
Respect and worship nature
Improve their position in life
Maintain social and political order
Serve the needs of religious leaders
2
Important long-term contributions of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations are found in
Religious Doctrine
Government Policy & Planning
Military Technology
Government and Law
3
China under the Han dynasty & the Roman Empire were similar. They both grew wealthy because
Created classless societies
Encouraged democratic ideals
Developed extensive trade networks
Established free-market economies
4
In Chinese culture, which philosophy had the greatest impact on the development of government?
Confucianism
Buddhism
Legalism
Daoism
5
Before the use of the Silk Road, how did geography affect early China?
No deep-water ports prevented trade w/ other nations
The NW region provided many fertile areas good for farming.
The mtns and deserts in W & S China slowed exchange of ideas
The 3 major rivers provided barriers against invasion.
6
In most societies, works of art and architecture generally serve to
Limit the influence of religion
Satisfy the needs of the leaders
Express opposition to the government in power
Reflect the values of the society
7
One result of the Neolithic Revolution was
A reliance on hunting & gathering for food
A decrease in trade between cultural groups
An increase in the number of nomadic tribes
The establishment of villages & rise of governments
8
Early civilizations developed mainly in
areas with climatic diversity
areas with abundant mineral resources
valleys near rivers
mountainous areas
9
Social mobility within a society means that people may
move from one social class to another
Switch frequently from one job to another
Work at many different jobs during their lifetime.
Travel throughout the country a great deal.
10
Which was a major characteristic of democracy in ancient Athens?
Women were allowed to vote in major elections.
Slaves were permitted to vote in major elections.
All residents were given voting rights.
All male adult citizens were eligible to vote.
11
Which was true of food-gathering societies in prehistoric times?
There was a system of mass production.
The population tended to be small.
Society has highly industrialized
The concept of private property was important.
12
The Buddhist religion teaches that salvation is earned by
Following the Ten Commandments
Being baptized and confirmed
Learing to give up selfish desire.
Worshipping Allah as the one true god.
13
Which statement was true of the caste system in traditional India?
Members of different Castes often intermarried
Caste Membership determined a person's occupation
The highest caste was composed of untouchables
The Caste System had little effect on daily village life.
14
The term empire is best defined as
an extensive territory under the rule of a single authority
a government ruled by the consent of the people
a country that requires conquered peoples to assimilat
a political unit that has a common religious faith
15
The development of ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, India, and China indicates the importance of
River Valleys
Rugged Coastlines
Mountain Passes
Heavy forestation
16
The Code of Hammurabi and the Twelve Tables were designed to
Promote peaceful relations with other cultures
Provide a framework for the development of democracy
Emphasize the importance of life after death
Create a stable society
17
In which order did the occupations listed below most likely develop in human history?
A,B,C,D
D,C,A,B
C,A,B,D
B,D,A,C
18
The ancient Romans’ most significant contribution to Europe has been in the area of
Economics
Drama
Poetry
Law
19
One way in which the Han dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar is that both
Created democratic societies in which people elected reps
Developed a social system in which equality existed
Governed large areas around the Mediterranean Sea
Promoted unity & communication by building a system of roads
20
How did the Jewish view of God differ from thebeliefs of most people in the ancient world?
Jews believed in one main God with several minor gods
Jews believed in only one God.
Jews believed in many gods who shared equal power.
Jews believed in no God.
21
An major factor that prevented the Greek city-states from uniting to form a single nation was
Size of desert regions
Cold, hostile climate
Lack of common language
Mountainous topography of the region
22
The Age of Pericles in Athens and the Gupta Empire in India, both experienced a golden age with
outstanding contributions in the arts and sciences
advancements in the principles of democratic governments
the end of foreign domination
the furthest expansion of their borders
23
The Silk Road was important because it allowed for the
exploration of China by the Roman Army
exchange of goods between Asia and the Middle East
development of farming by the nomadic people of Central Asia
movement of Chinese armies through Southeast Asia
24
Both ancient Romans & ancient Chinese viewed foreigners as barbarians. This is an example of
cultural diffusion
materialism
xenophobia
ethnocentrism
25
In the broadest definition, the term “culture” means that
A distinct way of living and behaving is learned by society
museums, symphonies and theater are part of cilizations
A centralized government organizes & directs the economy
More complex language is found in developing cultures
26
Recent archaeological studies suggest the theory that
Farming societies developed before hunting & gathering ones
All of the continents were settled at the same time
The wheel was used by all ancient societies
The earliest humans evolved in the Great Rift Valley, Africa
27
In India, the Caste System has existed for many centuries because
The Indian Congress Party supported a rigid class structure
The Caste System promoted industrialization
Hindu doctrines of dharma & karma support Caste System
Contact between India & the rest of the world is limited
28
Hinduism and Buddhism are similar in that both religions
stress attainment of a better life through spiritual rebirth
Provide followers with a rigid social caste system
Practice and believe in many gods.
Look to the teachings of one person for their basic beliefs.
29
The exchange of silks and spices & the spread of Buddhism along the Silk Roads are examples of
Self-Sufficiency
Desertification
Ethnocentrism
Cultural Diffusion
30
A goal common to Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism is to
Return the power of the emperors
Promote individual artistic creativity
Establish peace and harmony
Provide the basis of a democratic government
31
What was one effect of Alexander the Great’s conquests?
expansion of Hellenistic culture
decreased importance of the Silk Roads
formation of the Christian church
increased support of the Mayan leaders
32
The philosophy of Confucius (K'ung-fu-tzu) stresses the importance of
A Classless Society
Land Ownership
Respect for Authority
Religious Beliefs
33
Deserts, mountains, and tropical rain forests have affected the history of many regions by
Increasing social mobility
Encouraging foreign invasion
Promoting Political Reform
Isolating people and Cultures
34
Which concept is illustrated in the diagram?
Manorialism
Apartheid
Encomienda
Caste
35
Confucianism emphasizes the idea that
A person's indiv. goals are more important than group's
economic success is more desirable than knowledge & learning
Government should own the means of production
Everyone has an important responsibility to society & family

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