Which of the following would best complete the web?

Canaan will belong to the Israelites, "the choosen people"

Under the Song dynasty, what factors contributed to an economic expansion?

Improved farming methods and availability of cash crops

What is one way that ancient Greek architectural ideas (the Parthenon, etc...) have influenced the modern world?

Many public buildings include columns in their designs.

Explain how Rome’s treatment of conquered people furthered united in their vast empire.

By accepting Roman leadership and paying their taxes

This map could best be used to show what historical development?

The decline and fall of the Abbasid dynasty

Ghana’s location in West Africa helped spread ideas during its period as the center of the gold-salt trade indicated?

Ghana had many trade networks that allowed an exchange of ideas and customs

Based on this map, how did the geography of Greece influence the political development of the Greek city-states?

Large areas of fertile farmland made Greek city-states self-sufficient

Explain the impact of the Ottoman Empire on Eastern Europe.

A powerful fleet led to Ottoman domination of Mediterranean trade routes.

What was a major long-term cause of the division shown on this map?

Emperor Diocletian divided the Roman empire.

How did traders along the Silk Road facilitate the spread of ideas between China and the West?

Traders brought Chinese ideas and goods to the West and vice versa

How would the most centralized form of government in a Greek polis most likely be characterized?

Polis ruled by a king with a hereditary system of governance

What characteristic from the Roman Republic influenced the development of modern Democratic-Republican governments?

The election of representatives to a legislature

What role did the mountains play in the cultural development of South Asian civilizations?

Provided protection from foreign invaders

The main trend shown on this map was largely the result of

The work of missionaries sent by the Church.

Ten Commandments guided the ancient Jews in setting up their society and government; What rule of law did it develop?

The idea that laws should apply to everyone equally.

Why did the ancient Egyptians build sphinxes?

Ancient Egyptians built sphinxes to serve as guardians at tombs and temples

Which statement best describes the development of Hinduism as a major world religion?

Hinduism blended beliefs and practices came from Aryans and other groups

Hominids lived before history was recorded. Which of the following would be evidence to support this claim?

Comparison of bones found in different archaeological sites

What was the relationship between Judaism and Christianity during the Roman empire?

Christianity was based on Judaism, and both religions were monotheistic

By about A.D. 1, the Kingdom of Axum (Northern Ethiopia) became wealthy because it ____________?

Controlled Red Sea trade with Africa, India, and the Mediterranean

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Human History Pre Assessment (World History 9th Grade Day 1)

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1
Which of the following would best complete the web?
Hebrews will be freed from slavery
Ethical and moral teachings
Ten Commandments
Canaan will belong to the Israelites, "the choosen people"
2
Under the Song dynasty, what factors contributed to an economic expansion?
Expansion of trade with Korea and the Mongol empire
Construction of new canals that shipped food overseas
Improved farming methods and availability of cash crops
Issuance of paper money that could be traded for goods
3
What is one way that ancient Greek architectural ideas (the Parthenon, etc...) have influenced the modern world?
Modern religious tend to be built at the highest points of cities.
Modern houses of worship duplicate the gentle slope of the roofline.
Many modern homes are constructed mostly of stone.
Many public buildings include columns in their designs.
4
Explain how Rome’s treatment of conquered people furthered united in their vast empire.
Accepting Latin as their official language loosing their cultural identity
By accepting Roman leadership and paying their taxes
Automatic citizenship was bestowed upon highly educated civilians
Received trade benefits by supplying slaves
5
How long after migratory people crossed the North American Land Bridge did the first Meso-American civilizations arrive?
16,500 years
18,000 years
19,500 years
15,000 years
6
A farmer in a River Valley civilization performs a ritual dance to harvest plentiful crop. This is an example of ______?
Seasonal expectations
Tribal spiritual rituals led by women
Arts and architecture
Cultural religious practices
7
This map could best be used to show what historical development?
The expansion of the Byzantine empire
The decline and fall of the Abbasid dynasty
The rise of the Safavid empire
The impact of the Crusades on the Middle East
8
Ghana’s location in West Africa helped spread ideas during its period as the center of the gold-salt trade indicated?
The slave trade with the Americas brought economic prosperity to the nation
Ghana’s salt trade with India and China led to international trade
Christian merchants and missionaries made Ghana a center of learning
Ghana had many trade networks that allowed an exchange of ideas and customs
9
Based on this map, how did the geography of Greece influence the political development of the Greek city-states?
A harsh sea environment discouraged trade and communication
Large areas of fertile farmland made Greek city-states self-sufficient
Ready access to water routes made it easy to create a unified Greek empire
Rugged mountain ranges created natural borders
10
Explain the impact of the Ottoman Empire on Eastern Europe.
Fear of the Ottomans led to a breakdown of European alliances.
A powerful fleet led to Ottoman domination of Mediterranean trade routes.
Austria, fearing Ottoman power, besieged Constantinople.
The Holy Roman Empire surrendered lands in Eastern Europe to the Ottomans.
11
Which of the following has its roots in Hammurabi’s Code?
Anthology
The Constitution
The Dead Sea Scrolls
Hieroglyphics
12
What was a major long-term cause of the division shown on this map?
Emperor Diocletian divided the Roman empire.
Charles Martel was unable to repel Muslim forces at the Battle of Tours.
Christian Crusaders recaptured the city of Jerusalem.
Viking invaders attacked much of western and eastern Europe.
13
How did traders along the Silk Road facilitate the spread of ideas between China and the West?
Traders brought Chinese ideas and goods to the West and vice versa
Traders brought Chinese ideas and goods to the West in exchange for gold
Traders brought Confucian scholars to the West
Traders brought Chinese manufacturing secrets to the West and vice versa
14
The major cause for the division of Islam was disagreement over___________?
How to choose a Caliph.
Treatment of conquered peoples in the Arab empire.
Use of meditation and fasting to communicate with God.
Interpretation of the five Pillars of Islam.
15
How would the most centralized form of government in a Greek polis most likely be characterized?
Ruled by landowning elite who are appointed by king
Ruled by all citizens. Leaders chosen by ballot
Polis ruled by a king with a hereditary system of governance
Ruled by elite group of citizens and backed by wealthy merchants
16
What characteristic from the Roman Republic influenced the development of modern Democratic-Republican governments?
The role of the consuls in overseeing government
The power of patricians to veto the actions of tribunes
The election of representatives to a legislature
The appointment of temporary dictators in times of emergency
17
What role did the mountains play in the cultural development of South Asian civilizations?
Provided protection from foreign invaders
Determined the frequency of monsoons and the growing season
Created a natural trade route to other cultures and their customs.
Provided a place for the Aryan culture to develop its political system
18
The main trend shown on this map was largely the result of
The power struggles between popes and national rulers.
The work of missionaries sent by the Church.
The Crusades.
The Reconquista.
19
Ten Commandments guided the ancient Jews in setting up their society and government; What rule of law did it develop?
The idea that there should be separate laws for citizens and non-citizens.
The idea that laws should apply to everyone equally.
The belief that religious laws are more important than civil laws.
The rule that all laws should be displayed for the public.
20
Why did the ancient Egyptians build sphinxes?
Ancient Egyptians built sphinxes to serve as guardians at tombs and temples
Ancient Egyptians built sphinxes as protection against angry gods
Ancient Egyptians built sphinxes to provide shelter in the desert
Ancient Egyptians built sphinxes to impress foreign dignitaries
21
Which statement best describes the development of Hinduism as a major world religion?
Hinduism borrowed elements from Vedic and Buddhist beliefs
Hinduism blended beliefs and practices came from Aryans and other groups
Hinduism was derived from the teachings of a single founding figure
Hinduism grew directly out of the beliefs and practices of the Indus Valley
22
Hominids lived before history was recorded. Which of the following would be evidence to support this claim?
Comparison of bones found in different archaeological sites
Remains of domesticated animals
Early tools found in Olduvai Gorge
Excavation of public buildings
23
What was the relationship between Judaism and Christianity during the Roman empire?
Both were major religions based on the Greek philosophy of Stoicism
Christianity was based on Judaism, and both religions were monotheistic
Both religions elevated women to leadership positions
After Christianity began, Judaism decreased in the Roman empire
24
Constructing temples and pyramids required the development of geometry in Ancient Egypt.
False
True
25
By about A.D. 1, the Kingdom of Axum (Northern Ethiopia) became wealthy because it ____________?
Had many port cities in its small kingdom
Controlled Red Sea trade with Africa, India, and the Mediterranean
Established colonies near India for trading purposes
Was a city-state closely connected to Egypt and southwest Asia

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