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