How did the Invasion of Poland contribute to the start of WWII?

When Germany invaded, France & Berlin declared war

What were the Crusades?

A series of nine wars between Muslims and Christians

What were the two main reasons why humans began to settle in one place?

Agriculture and the domestication of animals

What was a direct result of WWI?

New nations were formed from the lands taken from defeated

Which of the following BEST describes the main goal of Hamas?

Estabolish and Islamic Palestinian state in place of Israel

Humanism during the Renaissance was focused on _______

The importance of the individual

How did Genghis Khan contribute to the development of the Mongol Empire?

Unified Asia by conquering land

A study of Maya, Aztec, and Inca civilizations of Latin Amer would show these civilizations

Developed advanced & complex societies before 1500

All of the following are aspects of the Holocaust EXCEPT:

Strict schooling that emphasized Nazi ideologies

Which of the following is the BEST example of Pan-Africanism?

African leaders' attempts to unite African heritage

Which issue was the main reason for the Latin American Revolution?

Colonial rule by European countries

What idea was promoted by John Locke during the Enlightenment?

Every person is born with natural rights

Which of the following BEST describes the role of technology in WWI?

Weapon technology increased causing HIGH numbers to die

Which of the following is a shared characteristic of the Ottoman, Safavid, & Mughal govt

Each of these empires had a strong, centralized govt

The Treaty of Versailles punished Germany for its role in WWI by

Forcing Germany to accept blame for the war

What was an effect of the Enlightenment?

People began to question rulers

The term feudalism is best defined as a ____________________.

System in which land was exchanged for military service

Which of the following is the best example of syncretism in Africa?

Islam, Christianity, and Traditional African religions

What advice does Niccolo Machiavelli give in his book The Prince?

Kings should do whatever is necessary to stay in power

What was the outcome of the Anti-Apartheid movement in South Africa?

Govt allowed open elections in 1994

Which of the following was an outcome of the English Revolution?

Eng Bill of Rights was created to guarantee Parliament power

Why did Kepler, Copernicus & Galileo face threats of excommunication and death?

Their Scientific discoveries challenged Church

What was the outcome of the Chinese Civil War?

Mao ZeDong overthrew Nationalist Party

70,000 people killed instantly and many more would die in which WWII event?

Atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima

How did the Spanish Civil War increase tensions in Europe prior to WWI?

German military experiments during Spanish War

How did thee Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty (SALT) impact the Cold War?

US and Soviets agreed to limit # of nuclear weapons b/c $$

Which of the following best describes the Great Schism?

split within Christianity and Roman Catholic and Orthodox

What do Gold Meir and Indira Gandhi have in common?

The first female prime ministers in their countries

Based upon the map, which of the following statements is true?

It was located primarily in Asia

How did Mikhail Gorbachev's policies change the Soviet Union & lead to Cold War?

Removed military support from Soviet nations

Which of the following BEST describes an effect of the Russian Revolution?

The Bolsheviks gained control & transformed Russia

Leonardo da Vinci is considered the best example of a "Renaissance Man" because ______

He was a great painter, sculptor, architect, scientist...

What was the main cause of the American Revolution?

England taxed the 13 colonies w/o representation

What was an effect of the invasion of Ethiopia?

Weaknesses of League of Nations were exposed

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How did the Invasion of Poland contribute to the start of WWII?
When Poland invaded Germany, Hitler declared war
When Germany invaded, France & Berlin declared war
Invasion led to a disagreement between Hitler & Mussolini
After Russia invaded, Germany created alliance
2
What were the Crusades?
Trade routes controlled by Sudanic Kingdoms
A series of nine wars between Muslims and Christians
The first split in the Christian Church
Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca
3
Byzantine Empire leader who was advised by his wife, developed a specialized set of laws
Justinian
Genghis Khan
Ashoka
Alexander the Great
4
What were the two main reasons why humans began to settle in one place?
Increased warfare and limited technology
The invention of the wheel and stone tools
Laws and religious beliefs
Agriculture and the domestication of animals
5
What was a direct result of WWI?
The Ottoman Empire expanded in to Europe
New nations were formed from the lands taken from defeated
France gained lands from Italy & Spain
Russia gained lands from Germany and Romania
6
Attack caused by US refusal to sell war goods to Japan; attack led to US declaring war on Japan
Battle of Midway
Pearl Harbor
Battle of Berlin
Attack on Hiroshima
7
Who because a vast global exchange that included peoples, plants, technologies, and cultures
Samuel de Champlain
Christopher Columbus
Bartolome' de las Cases
Hernan Cortez
8
Which of the following BEST describes the main goal of Hamas?
Use terror to force Italy to leave the NATO
Estabolish and Islamic Palestinian state in place of Israel
Take over the govt of Peru
Reunite Muslims into one state
9
What was the most important idea from Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points?
Divide up the German colonies among "the Big Three"
To create a League of Nations
Increase the French & British militaries
Punish Germany for role in war
10
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand _________________
Was the spark that led to WWI
Made Italy look bad
Increase peace between European countries
Was unsuccessful
11
Humanism during the Renaissance was focused on _______
The importance of the individual
New economic ideas in Europe
The affairs of the Catholic Church
Self-sufficient manorial peasants
12
How did Genghis Khan contribute to the development of the Mongol Empire?
Unified Asia by conquering land
Converted to Buddhism
Wrote a book based on his travels
Established trading partnerships
13
A study of Maya, Aztec, and Inca civilizations of Latin Amer would show these civilizations
Developed advanced & complex societies before 1500
were all in constant warfare with each other
Shared no similarities with each other
were not as advanced as those in the Fertile Crescent
14
Who was the leader of the Haitian Revolution?
Jose de San Martin
Toussaint L'Ouverture
Simon Bolivar
Napoleon Bonaparte
15
All of the following are aspects of the Holocaust EXCEPT:
Extermination camps that used gas chambers
Cremations and mass graves as burial practices
Forced labor, like digging holes
Strict schooling that emphasized Nazi ideologies
16
Which of the following is the BEST example of Pan-Africanism?
African leaders' attempts to unite African heritage
Racial segregation and lack of voting rights among black
Nelson Mandela's struggle to gain independence
African nations' willingness to join NATO & European Union
17
Which of the following best describes the Russo-Japanese War (1904)?
Japan lost the war
Japan won the war
The war resulted in a tie
Russia won the war
18
Which issue was the main reason for the Latin American Revolution?
Colonial rule by European countries
Unlimited power held by local rulers
Unequal distribution between social classes
Poor working conditions on plantations
19
Poverty&starvation among 3rd estate, debt due to overspending Monarchy part of which revolution
American Revolution
French Revolution
Scientific Revolution
Haitian Revolution
20
What idea was promoted by John Locke during the Enlightenment?
Rulers need absolute power to maintain order in society
The govt should not be influenced by the church
Every person is born with natural rights
Natural innocence is corrupted by societal evils
21
Which of the following BEST describes the role of technology in WWI?
European armies decided against new technology
Weapon technology increased causing LOW numbers to die
Weapon technology increased causing HIGH numbers to die
Few resources decreased the level of technology
22
Which of the following is a shared characteristic of the Ottoman, Safavid, & Mughal govt
empires thrived under the leadership of a council
Each of these empires had a strong, centralized govt
created laws to persecute non-Muslims
each empire constructed walls to protect their territory
23
The Treaty of Versailles punished Germany for its role in WWI by
Supporting a communist revolution in Germany
Taking away German territory in Middle East & Spain
Forcing Germany to accept blame for the war
Germany was not punished for its role in WWI
24
What was an effect of the Enlightenment?
The idea that rulers are divinely chosen
By spreading ideas, Enlightenment thinkers ended revolutions
Increase in the desire for countries to be led by absolutism
People began to question rulers
25
What new form of technology/weaponry was related to the sinking of the Lusitania?
Zepopelin
Chlorine Gas
Submarine/U-Boad
Machine gun
26
The term feudalism is best defined as a ____________________.
split between Eastern Orthodox Church & Roman Catholic
Holy war between Christians and Muslims
System in which land was exchanged for military service
Proess in which goods are traded for other goods
27
Which of the following is the best example of syncretism in Africa?
Islam, Christianity, and Traditional African religions
Crusades contributed to an increase in trade in Africa
Swahili language developed in East Africa
Trans-Saharan Trade Routes facilitated communication
28
What advice does Niccolo Machiavelli give in his book The Prince?
Catholic Church should stop selling indulgences
Kings should do whatever is necessary to stay in power
Poetry should focus on secular topics
Europeans should study classical art
29
Which historical figure below was born in Bethlehem, raised Jewish, preached forgiveness?
Buddha
Jesus
Pontius Pilate
Julius Caesar
30
What was the outcome of the Anti-Apartheid movement in South Africa?
Black revolutionaries decreased resistance
Nelson Mandela was assassinated
Created segregated living conditions for blacks and whites
Govt allowed open elections in 1994
31
Which of the following was an outcome of the English Revolution?
Eng Bill of Rights was created to guarantee Parliament power
England gained its independence from France
Society returned to feudalism
The Catholic church regained control of govt
32
Berlin Wall was built;US sent troops to Korea & Vietnam to stop communism;Cuban Missile Crisis
Iraq War
The Cold War
World War II
World War I
33
All of the following formed part of the "Big Three" during World War II EXCEPT?
Franklin Roosevelt
Hirohito
Winston Churchill
Joseph Stalin
34
Why did Kepler, Copernicus & Galileo face threats of excommunication and death?
Their Scientific discoveries challenged Church
they were tyrannical leaders who abused their power
They were explorers
They were found guilty after their inventions harmed
35
What was the outcome of the Chinese Civil War?
Joseph Stalin sent the Red Army to invade China
Chiang Kai-shek overthrew the Communist
The Qing Dynasty lost power and China became a democracy
Mao ZeDong overthrew Nationalist Party
36
70,000 people killed instantly and many more would die in which WWII event?
D-Day Invasion of Normandy
Attack on Pearl Harbor
Atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima
The Holocaust
37
How did the Spanish Civil War increase tensions in Europe prior to WWI?
German military experiments during Spanish War
Increased militarism in Spain after Spain defeated
After their victory, Nationalists set up democracy
Victory of the Loyalists increased confidence
38
The Roman military weakened because of hiring mercenaries and Rome eventually fell to
The Plague
Germanic Invasions
Islamic Invasions
Soviet Invasions
39
How did thee Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty (SALT) impact the Cold War?
US and Soviets agreed to limit # of nuclear weapons b/c $$
US and Soviets could not agree on whether to limit or not
US and Soviets agreed to limit b/c war over
US and Soviets could not agree and US economy collapsed
40
Which of the following best describes the Great Schism?
split of Islam into Sunni and Shia Muslims
Division between Roman and Byzantine Empire
Split of social classes
split within Christianity and Roman Catholic and Orthodox
41
What water source(s) were key resources for agriculture and food in Mesopotamia?
Indus and Ganges River
Nile River
Yangtze River
Tigris and Euphrates River
42
What do Gold Meir and Indira Gandhi have in common?
Led Nationalist movements for independence
The first female prime ministers in their countries
Were involved in ending the apartheid in S Africa
Have served as leaders of the United Nations
43
Which action is most closely associated with polytheism?
Worshipping only one god
Praying in a church
Reading the Quran
Worshipping many gods
44
Based upon the map, which of the following statements is true?
It was located primarily in Asia
It crossed both Africa and Asia
It followed a single route
It started in the city of Khotan
45
During the 1500s, technological advances in navigation, naval engineering, mapmaking were
Renaissance
Middle Ages
Scientific Revolution
Age of Discovery
46
How did Mikhail Gorbachev's policies change the Soviet Union & lead to Cold War?
Made more strict laws that limited freedom
supplied nuclear weapons to Cuba, led to Cuban Missile Cr
Reformed the economic system to NOT allow free market
Removed military support from Soviet nations
47
Which of the following BEST describes an effect of the Russian Revolution?
Vladimir Lenin & Joseph Stalin were executed
Russia influenced Britain & France to adopt communism
The Bolsheviks gained control & transformed Russia
Russia quickly industrialized & helped the Allies
48
Leonardo da Vinci is considered the best example of a "Renaissance Man" because ______
He was very vocal in his criticism of Church
He supported women's rights
His search for knowledge caused him to create inventions
He was a great painter, sculptor, architect, scientist...
49
What was the outcome of the Nuremberg Trials?
Nuremberg trials never occurred
Conviction of Nazi leaders
Nazi leaders were "not guilty" b/c following Hitler's orders
Adolf Hitler was sentenced to life in prison
50
What was the main cause of the American Revolution?
Failing harvests during the fall left colonists w/o food
England taxed the 13 colonies w/o representation
King George refused to sign the Declaration of Independence
Colonies restricted trade on English importa
51
What was an effect of the invasion of Ethiopia?
Italy lost a portion of land to Africa
Italy forced Ethiopia to open ports
Weaknesses of League of Nations were exposed
The League of Nations was strengthened
52
Ottoman, Mughal, and Safavid are all examples of which type of empire?
Islamic Empires
Sudanic Empires
Christian Empires
53
During WWII, the Allied invasion of France of D-Day (Operation Overlord) was significant
demonstrated power of atomic bomb
Resulted in a major German victory over the Allies
Pushed Nazi forces back into Germany
Led to Immediate surrender of the Allies
54
What is one similarity between the Hutus in Rwanda and Serbs in Bosnia-Herzegovina?
They were involved in acts of genocide
They gained independence from Britain
They were involved with the War on Terror
They overthrew authoritarian governments
55
How were the policies of Mussolini, Hitler, and Hirohito similar?
Each supported the establishment of democratic voting
each favored laws that promoted individualism
Each signed treaties with European nations
Each emphasized violence, discipline, & loyalty to state
56
The Industrial Revolution describes a time when _______________
People began to use reason and logic
European nations created colonies overseas
Colonies in the Americas gained indpendence
Work done by machines in factories replaced hand made work
57
Which of the following was NOT a cause of World War I?
Theory of Relativity
Nationalism
Alliances
Militarism
58
This Roman leader was assassinated shortly after declaring himself "Dictator for Life"
Augustus
Julius Caesar
Marcus Antony
Alexander the Great
59
How are Judaism, Islam and Christianity similar?
All of these religions share the same religious text
Each religion is monotheistic
Followers of each religion believe in reincarnation
Each of these religions agrees on authority of pope
60
All of the following are reasons for exploration EXCEPT:
Interest in spices and silk
Search for glory and adventure
Spread of religious beliefs
Desire to limit power of monarchs
61
Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle are examples of ____________ in Greek history
Philosophers
Doctors
Builders
Engineers
62
What is the main difference between the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire?
Empire the emperor had more power; Republic voters/citizens
Empire practiced democracy; Republic did not
Republic believed in the Mandate of Heaven; Empire did not
There were no differences
63
European kings paid for voyages of exploration in order to ______________
Increase cultural diffusion with Africa
Gain wealth and power
Spread Islam to the Americas
Stop the growth of Ottoman Empire
64
Which of the following time periods is directly responsible for the changes illustrated
Renaissance
Byzantine Empire
World War I
Age of Exploration
65
Which of the following is a major accomplishment of Alexander the Great?
He died a memorable death in battle
He spread Greek culture as he conquered; Hellenistic Greek
Conquered lands as far east as China
He was the first emperor of the Roman Empire
66
Why did Henry VIII break away from the Catholic Church?
He believed in predestination
The pop excommunicated him b/c of religious ideas
He wanted to continue to sell indulgences
The pope refused to give him a divorce
67
Militarism is BEST describe as ________________
Series of policies designed to decrease military
attempt by counties to form peace treaties
Expansion and glorification of nation's military
type of govt that is very strict
68
Which is TRUE concerning "Direct Democracy" in Ancient Greece?
People voted directly on issues
Representatives who were chosen by the people voted
Everyone, including women and slaves could vote
President was elected according to electoral votes
69
Of Spanish descent; search of riches and power; conquering land represent which type person
Conquistador
European Explorer
Traveler
Jesuit
70
Martin Luther was primarily dissatisfied with the Roman Catholic Church because he
thought the church lacked structure
Blamed the church for not curing people
Disagreed with the sale of indulgences
believed that kings should have more power

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