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1
In which area did the Justinian Code have the most lasting impact?
war
taxation
religion
law
2
Which empire was ruled by satraps, used a standardized monetary system, and used a Royal Road?
Kush
Assyrian
Egyptian
Persian
3
Which describes how the development of farming affected river valley civilizations?
a surplus of food allowed a division of labor
state ownership of common lands became popular
Farming required the damming of rivers
farming became the only way to make a living
4
What was the most important way that Silk Road trade was similar to gold-salt trade in Africa?
It transmitted knowledge, culture, and ideas.
It was conducted mainly by Asians and Africans.
It included slaves as products for trade.
It was a continuation of ancient trade routes.
5
In what way was the feudal system in Europe similar to the traditional caste system in India?
both systems were based on the idea of inalienable rights
both systems provided structure for their civilization
both systems established totalitarian governments
both systems allowed for a high degree of social mobility
6
Which of the following is true of the Crusades?
growth of a middle class
all of the above
decline in papal prestige
increased trade
7
Which practice was a defining characteristic of feudalism in medieval Europe?
Guilds supervised the work done by craftsmen
Universities granted degrees to qualified students
Bards performed concerts in town halls in return for food
Lords granted land to vassals in return for military service
8
Complete the Neolithic Era sequence: Domestication of Animals, Farming, Food Surpluses, ???
religions
trade
serfs
empires
9
Immediately after the fall of____ there was little education. This period was known as the ____
Rome...Crusade
Rome...Dark Ages
Normandy...Dark Ages
King John...Roman Empire
10
In what way did humanists differ from traditional medieval philosophers during the Renaissance?
they focused primarily on the importance of the individual
they rejected Christian teachings and values
they rejected ancient Greek and Roman culture
they focused primarily on the spiritual nature of life
11
What information does the graphic provide us about ancient Egyptian society?
religion was not very important in ancient Egypt
social mobility was unrestricted in ancient Egypt
women and men had equal status in ancient Egypt
the social structure of ancient Egypt was hierarchical
12
Which of the following contributed most to the spread of Reformation ideas?
compass
foreign invasion
printing press
trade
13
Which farming technique was developed by the Incas?
terrace planting
grain cultivation
floating gardens
fallow fields
14
Which is the
best
resource or strategy for a historian studying this time period?
making unfounded hypotheses and predictions
searching primary sources
relying on a famous, but biased, secondary source
using limited evidence
15
which areas were most affected by the spread of both Islam and Buddhism?
Coastal towns of China
Arabian Peninsula
Japan
Indian subcontinent
16
Ancient Egypt was a theocracy because—
the pharaoh handed down the monarchy to his children.
the pharaoh served as head of the military.
the people considered their ruler to be a god.
the people considered their faith to be monotheistic.
17
Which of the following is considered one of Genghis Khan’s greatest achievements?
He let Muslims gain control of Saharan caravan routes.
He united the tribes of Central Asia to form a vast empire.
He copied the culture developed by the Japanese samurai.
He encouraged the expansion of Buddhism across Asia
18
Humanism influences Renaissance art and scholarship by advocating a return to —
monastic traditions of Spain and Italy
aristocratic traditions of ancient Persia
feudal traditions of medieval Europe
classical traditions of Greece and Rome
19
What term do archaeologists use for the human-made items shown in the image?
Artisans
Fossils
Artifacts
Cultures
20
these historical structures show that
religion was not considered important in ancient societies
ancient societies needed large buildings to store food
ancient civilizations possessed advanced building techniques
the ancient Egyptians frequently traded with the Chinese
21
The development of early river valley civilizations was most dependent on
high mountains of the river valleys
vast deserts of the river valleys
smooth coastlines of the river valleys
fertile soils of the river valleys
22
Which external factor did Han China & the Roman Empire both face that contributed to decline?
lack of a strong military
threat of nomadic groups
decentralization of government
lack of a common language
23
What belief was common between both Hinduism and Buddhism?
caste system
reincarnation
asceticism
no gods
24
Which of the following was most important in the emerging of the first civilizations?
division of labor
road building
metalworking
irrigation
25
Early Chinese believed a king must rule justly, benevolently, & honestly in order to keep this
Three Classics
Mandate of Heaven
Vision of Righteousness
Classical Truths
26
The work of Islamic mathematicians, philosophers, and scientists played a great role in the____
Reformation
Renaissance
Crusades
Reconquista
27
This building is an example of architecture from which ancient civilization?
Roman
Babylonian
Greek
Assyrian
28
Republican Rome functioned as an oligarchy. Therefore, power rested with a —
large group of women
military leader
religious leader
small group of citizens
29
Why were Christianity and Buddhism so appealing to the masses of people in Europe and Asia?
both offered solace, safety, and guidance
both elevated women to a higher class
both offered freedom to slaves
both stressed obedience to the government
30
Which development allowed people the ability to keep records and to express themselves?
a harvest calendar
a writing system
a government structure
a library collection
31
The Aztecs built their empire through trade and —
war
education
law
religion
32
Greece influenced Rome in all of the following EXCEPT _______
Christianity
philosophy
art/architecture
language
33
The Gupta Empire was most notably characterized by its role in the —
flourishing of Hindu culture
introduction of Islamic rule
spread of Buddhism
construction of Harappan cities
34
How did the Great Schism contribute to the end of medieval Europe?
It greatly reduced the power of the Catholic church.
It allowed other religions to replace weakened Christianity.
It greatly reduced the population because of the wars.
It placed all religious Papal powers in Constantinople.
35
How did the practice of selling indulgences for forgiveness of sins lead to the Reformation?
Zwingli argued publicly that indulgences could not be banned
Thomas More argued publicly that greed couldn't be forgiven.
Luther argued publicly that salvation could not be earned.
Calvin argued publicly that faith could not be perfect.
36
What invention of the Song Dynasty increased the spread of learning?
Philosophy
social interaction
printing techniques
Neo-Confucianism
37
Which political system has its origins in ancient Greece under Pericles?
democracy
autocracy
monarchy
oligarchy
38
What was developed by an ancient civ., & later used by classical civs. for their law codes
Sumerian Body of Laws
Hammurabi's Code
Justinian's Code
Egyptian Justice Code
39
What major contribution to classical civilizations came from the ancient Jewish tribes?
monotheism
polytheism
unitheism
secularism
40
How did the kings during the Hundred Years’ War influence the people of France & England?
It created an era of technological creativity.
It created a sense of national identity.
It created a tradition for cultural diversity.
It created an incentive for overseas exploration.
41
What lifestyle change during the Neolithic Revolution contributed to the development of cities?
the shift from hunting to farming
the shift from animism to monotheism
the shift from monarchy to democracy
the shift from writing to drawing
42
Which technological innovation did the ancient Romans introduce?
gunpowder
aqueduct
telescope
compass
43
How did the emergence of medieval feudalism in Europe influence the Christian Church?
The Church encouraged voyages of exploration.
The Church served as the unifying power in society.
The Church published the Bible in the vernacular.
The Church adopted Latin as the official language.
44
What was the major political effect on Europe of the Reformation?
Authority was transferred from the church to the state.
Dissention and intolerance brought religious fighting.
The Catholic church was splintered into different sects.
Women began to gain social status in the communities.
45
Which statement describes the political philosophy of Niccolo Machiavelli?
Majority rules in all things.
The ends justify the means.
The best government is no government.
All people are created equal.
46
Daoism originated in __________and is known for its emphasis on__________.
India; meditation
China; rehabilitation
India; reincarnation of life
China; balance of opposites
47
Which slave trade started before, and was on a smaller scale than the Atlantic Slave Trade?
Arabic Slave Trade
Mongol Slave Trade
Virginia Slave Trade
Chinese Slave Trade
48
Why did trade flourish across Asia under the Mongol Empire?
Mongols leaders protected merchants and traders.
Economic sanctions on African goods created monopolies.
Religious conversion of Indian merchants created spice trade
Political alliances with Europe blocked outside competition.
49
Which Eastern philosophy contributed to the dev. of classical civil. during the Han Dynasty?
Stoicism
Shintoism
Confucianism
Sikhism
50
What institution, used torture to rid the Catholic Church of what it considered heresy?
the Court of the Inquisition
The Consistory of Geneva
the Diet of Worms
the Reign of Terror
