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Greece, Rome, Persia, Indian and China Empires
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1
The primary characteristic of a
Republic
type government is:
rule by top religious leader
dictatorship
ran by a few important individuals
elected representatives
2
Alexander 'the Great' was most remembered for his:
conquering Persia and India
naval strategies to dominate the Mediterranean region
spreading of the Greek culture
ruling the Roman empire
3
The trade route that linked the East (China) with the west was known as the:
Silk Road
river valley trade routes
military provinces
Royal Road
4
What was the major effect of the Roman Empire's extensive network of roads?
less influence of trade around the region
growth of other religions like Hinduism and Confucianism
smaller military members of the Roman army
bringing all the conquered lands together under Roman rule
5
Which of the following examples demonstrate how many of our modern day ideas and institutions came from Greece and Rome?
belief in multiple gods and rituals
divine right to rule
isolationism from others
philosophy and scientific techniques
6
From a young age, Spartan boys were trained as:
missionaries
carpenters
soldiers
artists
7
The Roman civilization contributed ____________________ to Western Europe and our modern day society.
The Colosseum (entertainment)
a common system of written law
equal rights for all
a monetary system
8
What changes did Emperor Ashoka bring to the Mauryan Empire ?
changes to the government based off Confucius teachings
use of Buddha teachings to revise their laws
mix cultures with Persia and Greece
to follow the strategies of Cyrus the emperor
9
Thanks to the extensive road network created by the Romans, what activity saw a rise during
Pax Romana ?
Commercial Trade across the region
improved road systems in India
Olympics
freedom to create your own religion
10
The Twelve Tables set a precedent for the Roman Republic by:
making all people equal
making all people subject to written law
executing citizens that did not follow the Roman ruler
11
The dynastic cycle is an important theory in Chinese history that relates to the__________________________.
increase in commerce with Japan
Mandate of Heaven
belief in animal worship
belief in Anarchy
12
During the Golden Age of Greece, what was a key factor for Athenians to participate in political decisions?
people considered as citizens had the right to participate
all males and females had equal rights
only the President could make decisions
as long as you were not from Persia, you could participate
13
How were Christians treated during and after Jesus' life?
ignored by the Romans
persecuted by Romans
tolerated by Romans
thought of as leaders by the Romans
14
What is one of the key principles used in our legal system today that came from The 12 Tables (Roman Code of law)?
'an eye for an eye'
'innocent until proven guilty'
'prosecute all to the fullest extent'
'Equality for all'
15
The rules of the Caste System in Hindu civilization are meant to ensure:
social order and spiritual purity
no foreign trade
assistance to the poor
chaos and political unrest
16
The Caste system has been around so long in India due to:
The doctrines of Hinduism support its ideals regarding social order
promotes industrialization
how secluded their country is from others
their monotheistic practices
17
How did the terrain help produce the city-states of Greece?
the fertile land allowed for surplus farming and population growth
mountainous areas and seas kept populations seperated
it allowed for communities to come together and create a strong army
Their use of the Rivers joined the citizens under one ruler
18
The Greek culture that was shared with places like Afghanistan, Persia, and India, by Alexander was called:
Hellenism
Darwinism
Confucianism
Democracy
19
According to Aristotle, the teacher of Alexander, the best way to rule was:
use of a 'direct' democracy where all can participate
to allow the aristocrats to govern for all
use of the Mandate of Heaven
by a strong king or 'tyrant' to be chosen to rule
20
Which Roman leader accomplished moving the Capital and legalizing Christianity?
Julius Caesar
Constantine
Diocletian
Octavius
21
Which of the following helped with the decline of Rome?
the Aquaduct collapsing
relying on troops (soldiers) that are not Roman people
the Spanish rebellion
trade patterns change
22
Which city-state was responsible for creating the Parthenon and was home to great philosophers, such as Socrates?
Rome
Troy
Sparta
Athens
23
What importance did the Greek philosophers have on society?
use human reasoning to comprehend
promoted the beliefs of Zeus and other greek gods
filial piety, 'where father knows best'
spread religion after causing the Jewish diaspora
24
The teachings of Confucianism encourage:
good conduct and social order
reincarnation
a strong democracy
political revolts
25
The Persian leader, Darius, united and grew his empire by
creating a messaging system with pigeons
building a network of roads and outposts for messaging
creating a navy
buidling the 'great wall'
26
To help stop the decline of Rome, Diocletian did which of the following ?
asked for assistance from the Mauryan Empire
split up the empire for more effective rule
Named himself Consul for Life, to allow him to stay in power
allowed religious toleration to increase the number of citizens
27
Which conditions during the late stages of the Zhou dynasty helped to develop Confucian teachings of peace/harmony?
Fighting among the Nobles
New religion beliefs coming from the west
Famine
decrease in trade across the Satan Road
28
Scholars had a high status and an important impact on the government in China because:
teachings of Confucius
they followed Jesus Christ
the followed the beliefs of the Pagans
teachings of Buddha
29
The west traded silver, gold, and food with China to receive what?
ships and ammunition
livestock and statues
silk and spices
slaves and precious gems
