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Global Studies One Mid-Term Exam Review
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1
One way in which the Han dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar is that both
developed a social system in which great equality existed
created democratic societies i
governed large areas around the Mediterranean Sea
built unity and communication by building a system of roads
2
Which ancient civilization established the basis of Western democracy?
Greek
Phoenician
Sumerian
Egyptian
3
The terms
Brahma
,
dharma
, and
moksha
are most closely associated with which religion?
Islam
Animism
Hinduism
Judaism
4
The history of which civilization was shaped by monsoons, the Himalayas, and the Indus River?
Ancient Egypt
Babylonian Empire
Mauryan Empire
ancient Greece
5
Hinduism and Buddhism are similar in that both religions
practice a belief in many gods
look to the teaching of one person for their basic beliefs
provide followers with a rigid social caste system
stress attainment of a better life through spiritual rebirth
6
Ancient Romans and the ancient Chinese viewed foreigners as barbarians. This is an example of
ethnocentrism
imperialism
cultural diffusion
materialism
7
The ancient Romans’ most significant contribution to Europe has been in the area of
law
economics
poetry
drama
8
The illustration represents a society based on
political ability
accumulated wealth
educational achievement
social class
9
What is a major feature of a traditional economy?
nationalizing foreign-owned businesses
bartering for goods and services
establishing quotas based on five-year plans
determining prices using a free market
10
One result of the Neolithic Revolution was
a decrease in trade between cultural groups
an increase in the number of nomadic tribes
the establishment of villages and the rise of governments
a reliance on hunting and gathering for food
11
The Koran,
jihad
, and the
hegira
are most closely associated with the practice of
Judaism
Islam
Shintoism
Buddhism
12
Which economic system existed in Europe during the early Middle Ages?
Socialism
Command
Manorialism
Free Market
13
After the fall of Rome, the eastern portion of the Roman Empire became known as the
Byzantine Empire
Mongol Empire
Persian Empire
Gupta Empire
14
Which is a characteristic of a feudal society?
rapid social change
a rigid class structure.
high literacy rate
industrial-based economy
15
The Middle Ages in Western Europe was characterized by
decreased emphasis on religion in daily life
the manor system and the importance of land ownership
extensive trade with Asia and the Middle East
absolute monarchies and strong central governments
16
The spread of Buddhist ideas and customs to China and Southeast Asia was the result of
cultural diffusion
Mandate of Heaven
economic dependence
the civil service system
17
The five relationships taught by Confucius (K'ung-fu-tzu) encouraged people to
maintain social and political order
improve their position in life
respect and worship nature
serve the needs of religious leaders
18
Judaism and Christianity are similar because they
base their beliefs on the Koran.
are monotheistic.
stress belief in reincarnation.
both practice polygamy.
19
An important factor that kept the ancient Greek city-states from uniting as a nation was the
size of the desert regions
lack of a common language
mountainous topography of the region
cold, hostile climate
20
An immediate result of the fall of the Roman Empire was
an increase in trade and manufacturing
a period of disorder and weak central government
a renewed interest in education and the arts
growth of cities and dominance by the middle class
21
A major reason for the decline of the Roman Empire was
the abolition of slavery throughout the Empire
continued acceptance of traditional religions
political corruption and the instability of the government
a series of military defeats in Africa
22
This illustration suggests that the European feudal system was
supported by the labor of the peasants
designed to promote political and economic equality
eintended to provide opportunities for social mobility
controlled by a powerful middle class
23
The ancient Athenians are credited with
inventing the printing press
establishing governments that had democratic elements
eliminating slavery
inventing and using the wheel
24
Christianity and Islam are similar in that both
are polytheistic.
followed a strict code of nonviolence.
have roots in Judaism.
have the same religious holiday.
25
Early civilizations developed mainly in
areas with abundant mineral resources
valleys near rivers
areas with climatic diversity
mountainous areas
26
Confucianism emphasizes the idea that
government should own the means of production
economic success is more desirable than knowledge
people have an important responsibility to family & society
an individual's goals are more important than the group
27
Ancient Athens, the Gupta Empire in India, and Pax Romana in Rome all had a golden age with
the furthest expansion of their borders
the end of foreign domination
outstanding contributions in the arts and sciences
advancements in the principles of democratic governments
28
One way in which Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholicism and Protestantism are similar is that each
was once the official religion of the Byzantine Empire
accepts the supreme authority of the Pope
rejects the Old Testament as part of the Bible
is a branch of Christianity
29
The philosophy of Confucius (K'ung-fu-tzu) stresses the importance of
a classless society
owning land
respect for authority
religious beliefs
30
Which was a characteristic of feudalism?
Government was provided by a bureaucracy of civil servants.
Land was exchanged for military service and obligations.
Unified national court systems were developed.
Power rested in the hands of a strong central government.
31
The Buddhist religion teaches that salvation is earned by
learning to give up selfish desire
following the Ten Commandments
being baptized and confirmed
worshipping Allah as the one true god
32
The Thar Desert, Ganges River, and Deccan Plateauare all geographic features of
Indonesia
India
China
Japan
33
What is a major contribution of the Byzantine Empire to global history?
preservation of Greek and Roman Culture
invention of writing
expansion of equal rights
construction of the pyramids
34
The Code of Hammurabi and the Twelve Tables were designed to
emphasize the importance of life after death
provide a framework for the development of democracy
promote peaceful relations with other cultures
create a stable society
35
One way in which the ancient city-state of Athensand the Gupta Empire are similar is that both
allowed universal suffrage
developed matriarchal societies
promoted art and literature
established plantation agriculture