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1
What was one effect of Alexander the Great's conquests?
decreased importance of the Silk Roads
expansion of Hellenistic culture
increased support of Mayan leaders
formation of the Christian Church
2
Which belief system is associated with the terms Eightfold Path, 4 Noble Truths and nirvana
Shinto
Christianity
Buddhism
Judaism
3
Which concept is most closely related to the main idea of the illustration?
isolation
cultural diffusion
armed conflict
urbanization
4
The illustration represents a society based on
political ability
educational achievement
social class
accumulated wealth
5
How did the introduction of agriculture affect early peoples?
civilizations developed
societies became nomadic
food production declined
birthrates decreased rapidly
6
In China, Confucianism emphasized the idea that
harmony is achieved by proper behavior of each person
equality should exist between all members of society
individual goals should be placed ahead of the group needs
salvation can be attained by good deeds
7
A major reason for the decline of the Roman Empire was
a series of military defeats in Africa
continued acceptance of traditional religions
political corruption and instability of the government
the abolition of slavery throughout the Empire
8
The five relationships taught by Confucius encouraged people to
respect and worship nature
improve their positions in life
serve the needs of religious leaders
maintain social and political order
9
An immediate result of the fall of the Roman Empire was
the growth of cities and dominance by the middle class
an increase in trade and manufacturing
a renewed interest in education and the arts
a period of disorder and weak central government
10
Which economic system existed in Europe during the early Middle Ages?
command
manorialism
free market
socialism
11
The term feudalism is best defined as a
system where land is given for military service & loyalty
holy war between Christians and Muslims
process in which goods are traded for other goods
division of political power between three separate branches
12
Which action is most closely associated with polytheism
worshipping many gods
praying in a synagogue
reading the Koran
accepting the Eight-fold Path
13
Which activity occurred during the Golden Age of Muslim culture?
destruction of books containing Greek and Roman ideas
opposition to freedom of thought and to foreign ideas
major discoveries in math and science
beginning of pilgrimages to Mecca
14
Which document established the principle of limited monarchy in England?
Balfour Declaration
Twelve Tables
Magna Carta
Act of Supremacy
15
Since the 8th century, a major source of disunity among Muslims has been the
differences in the religious teachings of Shiites and Sunnis
spread of Islam as a result of invasion and trade
establishment of production quotas for oil
use of the human figure in art
16
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 where people elected officials
governed large areas around the Mediterranean Sea
promoted unity and communication by building a road system
17
One similarity found in both Egyptian and Sumerian civilizations is that each developed a
compass
ziggurat
written language
monotheistic religion
18
Which item best completes the graphic organizer?
Creation of the Compass
Utilization of Cuneiform
Development of the wheel
Preservation of Greek and Roman culture
19
A direct result of the Neolithic Revolution is that people
began living in permanent settlements
used crop rotation to increase agricultural output
depended on hunting and gathering
developed a nomadic way of life
20
A reason the Tigris, Indus and Nile river valleys were centers of civilization is that they had
the means for irrigation and transportation
locations in regions of moderate climate and abundant rain
rich deposits of coal and iron ore
borders and elevations that were easily defended
21
The primary reason the Bantu-speaking people of West Africa migrated south and east was to
find land for farming and grazing
establish a colonial empire
seek religious freedom
flee warfare
22
The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt were similar in that both cultures
developed along rivers
established trade routes to China
used a hieroglyphic writing system
used the ziggurat form for their temples
23
Christianity and Islam are similar in that both
are polytheistic religions
have practiced a strict code of nonviolence
have roots in Judaism
have the same religious holidays
24
In ancient China, one effect of the teachings of Confucius was the high status of
scholars
merchants
soldiers
farmers
25
Which circumstance best describes a long-term result of the Crusades?
Muslim control of Jerusalem ended
Feudalism began in Western Europe
Christians and Muslims achieved lasting peace
Cultural exchanges between the Middle East and Europe grew
26
A similarity between the Western African kingdoms of Mali, Ghana and Songhai is that they
isolated themselves from contact with other cultures
limited the power of their rulers
established economies based on trade
practiced Christianity
27
Which belief system is considered monotheistic?
Daoism
Shinto
Judaism
Jainism
28
China under the Han dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar in that both grew wealthy because
created classless societies
they developed extensive trade networks
established free-market economies
encouraged democratic ideals
29
Before towns and cities can develop in a society, the society needs to establish
an agricultural surplus
an educational system
a democratic government
a writing system
30
The diagram illustrates the key concepts of which religion
Christianity
Hiunduism
Islam
Buddhism
31
In traditional India, the caste system and the Hindu beliefs of karma and dharma led to
a strong belief in the importance of education
the rapid industrialization of the economy
a strong emphasis on the acquisition of wealth
the establishment of a set of rules for each individual
32
One way in which the 5 Relationships, 10 Commandments and Eightfold path are similar is that
they promote polytheism
they provide codes of behavior
they describe secularism
they establish gender equality
33
The Twelve Tables were the written laws of
ancient Rome
ancient Babylonia
the Mauryan Empire
ancient Greece
34
The philosophy of Confucius stresses the importance of
respect for authority
owning land
religious beliefs
a classless society
35
According to Buddhist principles, believers can end personal suffering by
relying on divine help
making pilgrimages to Mecca
eliminating selfish desires
doing good deeds
36
A reason for the development of an early civilization in the Tigris Euphrates river valleys was
the rivers flowed directly into the Mediterranean Sea
periodic flooding left rich soil, that was ideal for farming
the location protected people from land invasion
the rivers provided a direct trade route with Asia
37
The ancient Romans' most significant contribution to Europe has been in the area of
law
economics
poetry
drama
38
Which was true of food-gathering societies in pre-historic times?
The concept of private property was important
Society was highly industrialized
The population tended to be small
There was a system of mass production
39
What effect did the geography of ancient Greece have on its early development?
lack of natural seaports limited communication
mountainous terrain led to creation of separate city-states
abundant natural resources encouraged self-sufficiency
an inland location hindered trade and colonization
40
How did the geography of the Italian peninsula influence the development of the Roman Empire?
lengthy, rugged coast encouraged frequent invasions
harsh climate prevented agricultural production
location of Rome contributed to control of Mediterranean
unnavigable rivers in north protected them from neighbors
41
Which statement is supported by this excerpt from Hammurabi's Code of laws?
Violence must always be punished with violence
Law sometimes distinguishes between social classes
All men are equal under the law
Fines are preferable to physical punishment
42
The routes shown on the map illustrate the
expansion of apartheid
shift in European population
spread of Christianity
pattern of the Bantu migrations
43
Early peoples who moved frequently, searching for the food they needed to survive are called
village dwellers
hunters and gatherers
guild members
subsistence farmers
44
Which concept best explains why most major religions have followers throughout the world?
cultural isolation
ethnocentrism
cultural diffusion
secularism
45
The terms Brahma, dharma, and moksha are most closely associated with which religion?
animism
Hinduism
Judaism
Islam
46
The middle ages in Europe was characterized by
the manor system and the importance of land ownership
absolute monarchies and strong central governments
decreased emphasis on religion in daily life
extensive trade with the Middle East
47
Confucianism had a strong impact on the development of China mainly because this philosophy
stressed the importance of the individual
contained the framework for a communist government
provided a basis for social order
established a basic structure for military rule
48
In Western Europe, feudalism developed after the
city of Constantinople fell
Renaissance began
Mongols invaded
Roman Empire collapsed
49
The Code of Hammurabi was a major contribution to the development of civilization because it
rejected the principle of filial piety
recorded existing laws for all to see
ended all physical punishment
treated citizens and slaves equally
50
The religions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam share a common belief in
nirvana
monotheism
reincarnation
animism
51
In a comparison of the city-states of Sparta and Athens, Sparta placed more emphasis on
human rights
military service
family order
education
52
Which title best completes this graphic organizer?
Achievements of Medieval Europe
Changes resulting from the Counter Reformation
Improvements under the Tokugawa
Developments in Ancient Ghana
53
Judaism, Islam and Christianity share a belief in
teachings of the Koran (Quran)
an ethical code of conduct and monotheism
papal supremacy
reincarnation and the Four Noble Truths
54
Which society practiced direct democracy?
dynastic China
ancient Athens
Gupta Empire
early Egypt
55
Which was a characteristic of feudalism?
unified national court systems were developed
Land was exchanged for military service and obligations
government was provided by a bureaucracy of civil servants
power rested in the hands of a strong central government
56
Which revolution led to the development of these civilizations?
Industrial
Neolithic
Commercial
Green
57
What was one direct result of the Crusades?
Arabs and Christians divided the city of Jerusalem
Trade increased between Europe and the Middle East
Islamic kingdoms expanded into Europe
Alexander the Great became a powerful leader in Eurasia
58
Which practice is most closely associated with a person of the Islamic faith?
following the Eightfold path
refraining from eating meat on Fridays
worshipping many gods
praying five times a day
59
During the feudal period in Europe, power and position in society were based on the
number of slaves owned
amount of money earned
level of education achieved
amount of land posessed
60
What was the most important force in providing unity and stability in western medieval Europe?
inquisition
military
nobility
church
61
Which was a major characteristic of democracy in ancient Athens?
All residents were given voting rights
All adult male citizens were eligible to vote
Slaves were permitted to vote in major elections
Women were allowed to vote in major elections
62
One way in which the African kingdoms of Ghana, Mali and Songhai are similar is that they
adopted Christianity as their major religion
improved their military through the use of gunpowder
opened trade routes to the Americas
established their wealth through trade
63
Which text is essential to the practice of Islam?
Koran
New Testament
Torah
Analects
64
Which belief is shared by Hindus and Buddhists?
People should pray five times a day
Material wealth is a sign of the blessing of the gods
The soul can be reincarnated
Everyone should have the same social status
65
Both European medieval knights and Japanese samurai warriors pledged oaths of
devotion to their nation state
allegiance to their families
service to their church
loyalty to their military leader
66
Which term is used to describe the spread of Buddhism from India through southeast Asia?
imperialism
ethnocentrism
cultural diffusion
isolation
67
The caste system in India was characterized by
equality between men and women
the right of people to choose their occupation
toleration for various religious beliefs
a lack of social mobility
68
Which two belief systems teach that there are spirits in nature?
Shinto and animism
Judaism and Christianity
Islam and Buddhism
Hinduism and Confucianism
69
Which factor most influences person's social status in early Indian societies?
birth
education
geographic location
individual achievement
70
India's earliest civilizations were located in
mountainous areas
dry steppes
coastal regions
river valleys
71
According to Confucius, the key to the successful organization of society is that
the evil in humans must be eliminated
the ruler should be chosen democratically
individuals should know and do what is expected of them
ancestor worship should be discontinued
72
Based on this map, on which continent did humans first appear?
Asia
Africa
Europe
North America
73
The early Russian civilization adopted the Eastern Orthodox religion and the Cyrillic alphabet
through contact with traders from China
from conquering Mongol invaders
from Vikings from northern Europe
from missionaries from the Byzantine Empire
74
One contribution of ancient Roman culture was the development of
the process of making silk
the concept of zero
the printing press
a republican form of government
75
Olympic Games, Homer, and Hellenistic culture are associated with which civilization
Roman
Greek
Phoenician
Egyptian
76
Which characteristic was common to the Golden Age of Greece and the Italian Renaissance?
Political instability led to the formation of unified states
Prosperity led to the creation of many works of art
A strong military led to national unity
Written constitutions led to democratic governments
77
Which leader is most closely associated with the accomplishment shown by the illustration?
Mansa Musa
Alexander the Great
Suleiman the Magnificent
Charlemagne
78
Hammurabi's Code, Twelve Tables and Justinian's Code are examples of early developments in
literature
law
engineering
medicine