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1
Which phrase best describes Mali under the rule of Mansa Musa?
a decade of colonial unrest
a poverty-stricken era3
a golden age
a period of political chaos
2
Which aspect of social science would a geographer most likely study in depth?
how people influence governmental decisions
how location influences the way people live
how beliefs influence the behavior of a group of people
how economic events influence history3
3
1. In which field of study do people learn about the development of early human beings?
cartography
anthropology
political science
economy
4
Bantu-speaking people migrated southward and eastward was to
flee warfare
establish a colonial empire
find land for farming and grazing
seek religious freedom
5
The golden ages of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires can be attributed in part to
stable governments
command economies
cultural isolation
distinct social classes
6
Who introduced the Cyrillic alphabet, Orthodox Christianity, and domed architecture to Russia?
Byzantines
Mongols
Muslims
Vikings
7
Culture is sometimes referred to as a “blueprint for living” because it
is determined by genetics
flourishes best in traditional societies
includes things that contributes to a society’s development
provides plans for exploration of new territory
8
One similarity between the Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire is that both
developed parliamentary governments
ensured equality for women
declined because of corruption in government
reached their height of power at the same time
9
One way the Five Relationships,the Ten Commandments,the Eightfold Path are similar is that they
describe secularism
establish gender equality
1. promote polytheism
provide codes of behavior
10
One reason early civilizations developed in China, Egypt, and Mesopotamia is because
natural barriers provided protection from invasions
climate and geography favored agriculture
vast mineral deposits existed for manufacturing
rivers contributed to nomadic lifestyles
11
Which activity occurred during the Golden Age of Muslim culture?
destruction of books containing Greek and Roman ideas
opposition to freedom of thought by rulers
major discoveries in mathematics and science
beginning of pilgrimages to Mecca
12
In ancient times, the Silk Road made the exchange possible between
Egypt and Greeck
Korea and Japan
Siberia and the Ottoman Empire
China and the Roman Empire
13
Why did the ancient city-states of Athens and Sparta develop different political systems?
The Byzantine Empire dictated government policies.
For over 3 centuries, civil wars raged in these city-states.
mountainous topography resulted in isolation of city-states
Foreign travelers introduced new philosophies.
14
While Sahara was an obstacle for Europeans, it is a highway for Africans. It is due to
Desertification reducing the amount of arable land
African empires generally avoiding contact with Europeans.
Trade between Africa and Europe decreasing.
Europeans lacking the knowledge to travel in the desert.
15
What was an important result of the Neolithic Revolution?
Populations declined
Food supplies became more reliable
New sources of energy became available
People became more nomadic
16
How did the introduction of agriculture affect early peoples?
Societies became nomadic.
Civilizations developed.
Birthrates decreased rapidly.
Food production declined.
17
One similarity in the rule of Julius Caesar, Genghis Khan, and Catherine the Great is that each
engaged in territorial expansion
introduced the use of gunpowder in warfare
required the use of Latin throughout the empire
encouraged the spread of independence movements
18
an impact of geography on the history of the Korean peninsula?
Lack of resources prevented development of manufacturing.
Location has led to invasion and occupation by other nations
Lack of rivers has limited food production
Large deserts have led to isolation
19
Which concept illustrated in Africa's traditional musical instruments made of gourds and shells
role of education in the ancient world
development of traditional government
impact of geography on cultural development
effect of artistic expression on religion
20
What is a major contribution of the Byzantine Empire to global history?
preservation of Greek and Roman culture
invention of writing
construction of the pyramids
expansion of equal rights
21
Which factor explain scientific and literary achievements of the Muslims in their Golden Age?
legal equality of all people in the Islamic empire
cultural diversity accepted by many Islamic governments
innovations introduced in Renaissance
expansion of trans-Atlantic trade
22
The use of terrace farming by the Inca and Japanese cultures is an example of
economic improvement through trade
adaptation to the surrounding geography
social change through assimilation
destruction of the environment
23
-Seafood is part of Filipino diet. Russians live west of Ural .
What completes the outline?
Governments Control the Actions of Citizens
Geography Affects Human Behavior
Economic Issues Influence National Goals
Rivers Are Barriers to Interdependence
24
In Japan, the martial arts, the tea ceremony, and flower arranging reflects the influences of
imperialism and militarism
capitalism and shintoism
Buddhism and Shintoism
mercantilism and animism
25
Which social scientist specializes in the scarcity of resources and availability of goods?
sociologist
archaeologist
economist
anthropologis
26
Alexander the Great’s conquests of Greece, Asia Minor, Egypt and Persia led to the
spread of Islamic culture throughout Europe
spread of Hellenic culture
establishment of representative democracy
adoption of a feudal system3
27
Which factor led to the development of civilizations in ancient Mesopotamia?
favorable geography
religious differences
political harmony
universal education
28
Archaeological studies of the Indus Valley cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro show evidence of
monotheism
urban planning
social equality
dynastic rule
29
The term "subsistence farmers" refers to people who grow
food to sell in village markets
a single cash crop
just enough food to meet the needs of the immediate family
enough food to feed an entire village
30
The caste system in India and the feudal system in Europe were similar in that both
established totalitarian governments
provided structure for society
promoted peace and prosperity
developed concepts of natural rights
31
Which empire is most closely associated with
split in Christianity?
Persian
Byzantine
Mughal
British
32
One effect of rugged, mountainous geography on ancient Greece was the development of
extensive trade with the Persians
belief in one God
separate, independent city-states
absolute monarchies
33
One major characteristic of the Renaissance period is that the
manor became the center of economic activity3
classical cultures of Greece and Rome were revived
Catholic Church no longer had any influence in Europe
major language of the people became Latin
34
Which geographic characteristic is shared by both Greece and Japan?
irregular coastline
navigable rivers
tropical rain forests
abundant mineral resources
35
How did geography affect both Napoleon's invasion and Hitler's invasion of Russia?
The climate created obstacles to success
The tundra enabled the movements of troops.
Warm-water ports prevented the flow of supplies.
Deserts made invasion possible
36
Which statement describes how geography affected the growth of the ancient civilizations?
Large savanna areas provided protection from invaders.
Access to the Atlantic Ocean provided trade routes
Large deserts provided many mineral deposits.
River valleys provided rich soil to grow plentiful crops.
37
Which statement about the geography of Africa is most accurate?
Much of the land in Africa is below sea level.
Africa has an irregular coastline with many natural harbors.
The variety has served to promote cultural diversity
Much of the land in Africa is tundra and forest.
38
on which continent did humans first appear?
Africa
North America
Europe
Asia
39
China under theHan dynasty and Roman Empire were similar in that both grew wealthy because they
developed extensive trade networks
established free-market economies
created classless societies
encouraged democratic ideals
40
In western Europe, feudalism developed after the
city of Constantinople fell
Renaissance began
Mongols invaded
Roman Empire collapsed
41
Which statement about the Golden Age of Islam is a fact rather than an opinion?
Islamic art was more abstract than Greek art
Muslim artists had more talent than European artists
Islamic society preserved Greek and Roman culture
Muslims were the best early mathematicians
42
ideals developed in the Athens of Pericles and in Republican Rome influenced the development of
a communist government in China
military juntas in Latin America
a theocracy in Iran
a parliament in Britain
43
Which statement about Greek civilization is an opinion rather than a fact?
Athens had a better culture than that of Sparta
Boys in Sparta were trained to be soldiers.
Many adults in Athens did not have the right to vote.
Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle were Greek philosophers.
44
The exchange ofsilks and spices and the spread of Buddhism along the Silk Roads are examples of
cultural diffusion
ethnocentrism
self-sufficiency
desertification
45
Which feature would most often be shown on a political map?
levation
type of climate
capital cities
topography
46
One way writers of the Renaissance were influenced by writers of Greece was Renaissance writers
produced few new scientific ideas
produced few new scientific ideas
stressed the power of human reason
showed little interest in secular affairs
47
Before West African civilizations had contact with Europeans, these civilizations developed
one system of government for the entire region
economies that did not rely on trade
art that included bronze, gold, and clay sculptures
social systems that emphasized the nuclear family
48
One way in which the Eightfold Path and the Five Pillars of Faith are similar is that these rules
suggest a deep respect for nature and reincarnation
stress the spiritual being in all natural objects
restrictsocial mobility
represent codes of behavior
49
What is the main reason the Neolithic Revolution is considered turning point in world history?
Spoken language was used to improve communication.
Stone tools and weapons were first developed.
Farming and domestication of animals led to settledment.
Fire was used as a source of energy for the first time.
50
Hunting and gathering, subsistence agriculture, and the barter system are characteristics of a
traditional economy
command economy
market economy
mixed economy
51
. In China, Confucianism emphasized the idea that
salvation could be attained by meditation and good deeds
equality should exist between all members of society2
harmony could be achieved by the proper behavior
individual goals should be placed ahead of the group
52
Tang Dynasty in China, the Gupta Empire in India during their golden ages were known as eras of
intense nationalism
artistic and intellectual achievement
economic poverty and political upheaval
major industrial development
53
Mansa Musa' journey to Mecca in the 1300's is evidence that
Islam had a major influence on the Mali Empire
European culture was the superior to cultures of W. Africa
most African leaders were educated in the Middle East
the Crusades had a great influence on western Africa
54
The main purpose of a time line is to show the
chronological relationship between events
benefits of modern civilizations
causes and effects of wars
location of important places
55
The concept of zero and the decimal system were introduced. Which empire is described ?
Gupta
British
Maurya
Persian
56
Which statement about the Tang dynasty is a fact rather than an opinion
China's best emperors came from the Tang dynasty
The emperors granted jobs to scholars who passed exams
advances were greater
the culture of the Tang dynasty was superior to Han dynasty
57
Which factor most influenced a person’s social position in early Indian societies?
geographic location
education
individual achievement
Birth
58
Which belief is most closely associated with the philosophy of Confucianism?
filial piety
reincarnation
nirvana
prayer
59
Which belief or practice is expressed in this quotation?
fasting and prayer
monotheism
rigid class structure
reincarnation
60
The golden ages of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires can be attributed in part to
stable governments
command economies
cultural isolation
distinct social classes
61
One reason many historians study geography is to
tell when events took place
help predict changes in government
explore the value systems of early people
show connections between people and places
62
The use of the Silk Road and caravan routes in northern Africa and southwestern Asia encouraged
cultural diffusion
ethnocentrism
self sufficiency
cultural isolation
63
The fall of the Byzantine Empire to the Ottoman Turks (1453) prompted Spain and Portugal to
expand the Catholic Inquisition into the Middle East
reform their political systems
extend religious tolerance to the Muslim peoples
seek new trade routes to East Asia
64
A major contribution of the Roman Empire to Western society was the development of
the principles of revolutionary socialism
4. an effective legal system
gunpowder
monotheism
65
Which historical events are in the correct chronological order?
Renaissance ->Neolithic Revolution ->Crusades ->Roman Empire
Neolithic Revolution ->Roman Empire ->Crusades ->Renaissance
Crusades >Renaissance >Neolithic Revolution>Roman Empire
Roman Empire ->Neolithic Revolution ->Crusades ->Renaissance
66
The Code of Hammurabi was a major contribution to the development of civilization because it
rejected the principle of filial piety
treated citizens and slaves equally2
recorded existing laws for all to see
ended all physical punishment
67
Which social scientist primarily studies how people change
resources into goods and services?
economist
archaeologist
psychologist
sociologist
68
Ibn Battuta and Marco Polo were similar in that both
fought to free their people from Mongol rule
ruled over vast empires that included diverse peoples
converted thousands of people to Christianity
produced written records of their extensive travels
69
Early people who moved frequently as they searched for food they needed for survival are called
guild members
village dwellers3
hunters and gatherers .
subsistence farmers
70
Which geographic feature had the greatest influence on ancient civilizations?
smooth coastlines
dense forests
mountain passes
river valleys
71
One reason for the growth and success of 9th C cities LIKE Baghdad and Ch'ang-an (Xian) was
were located on major trade routes
Tolerated religious diversity
were part of the Roman Empire
traded only with people from their immediate region
72
Hieroglyphic and cuneiform systems provided the basis for the development of
subsistence farming
recorded history
oral traditions
painting and sculpture
73
A major effect of the decline of the Roman Empire was that western Europe
was absorbed by the Byzantine Empire
entered a period of chaos and disorder
returned to a republic form of government
came under the control of the Muslims
74
The Pillars of Emperor Asoka and the Code of Hammurabi are most similar to the
ziggurats of Sumeria
map projections of Mercator
Twelve Tables of the Romans
Great Sphinx of the Egyptians
75
In western Europe, the Middle Ages began after the collapse of which empire?
Mughal
Byzantine
Roman
Ottoman
76
-Spread of Islam-Gold and salt trade-Timbuktu-Pilgrimage of Mansa Musa. These deal with
Egyptian
Mali
Kush
Benin
77
One way in which the Han dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar is that both
governed large areas around the Mediterranean Sea
developed a social system in which great equality existed
created democraticy in which people elected their officials
promoted unity and communication by building roads
78
-Kushites adapted Egyptian art-Arabs used Indian concept of zero.
These actions are examples of
ethnocentrism
scientific research
filial piety
cultural diffusion
79
Much of the wealth of the West African kingdoms of Ghana and Mali was gained from the
taxation on goods brought by Indian merchants
control of the trans-Saharan trade in gold and salt
sale of slaves to Europeans
creation of colonies on the Mediterranean coast
80
Confucianism had a strong impact on the development of China mainly because this philosophy
provided a basis for social order
established a basic structure for military rule
contained the framework for a communist government
stressed the importance of the individual
81
One aspect common to both Shinto and Taoism is a
belief in one God
deep reverence and respect for nature
A unique aspect of religion in Japan is that
belief in the reincarnation of souls
82
Which document is an example of a primary source?
a textbook on Russian history
novel on the Age of Exploration
the diary of a WW I soldier
an encyclopedia article on religions of the Middle East
83
One reason the cultures of North Africa is different from the rest of Africa was
Arabian Sea
Sahara Desert
Great Rift Valley
Congo River Basin
84
The terms Brahma, dharma, and moksha are most closely associated with which religion?
Hinduism
animism
Judaism
Islam
85
citizens in Athens had right to attend Assembly and cast votes. This situation is an example of
absolutism
direct democracy
totalitarianism3
parliamentary democracy