The Sahara is the largest desert in Africa. What impact does the land have on the ppl of Africa

Travel between the north & south regions of the hard.

To increase the power of the ruler, the ancient Egyptian theory of theocracy held that the

ruler became a god at the moment he was crowned

Libya and Namibia are both located in Africa, yet it is cool in Libya & hot in Namibia. Why?

They are located on opposite sides of the equator.

How did the Aboriginal peoples feel about Europeans settling in Australia?

They believed it led to the destruction of their way of life

Best describes the ecosystem of the Great Barrier Reef on the northeastern coast of Australia?

It has many diverse water species.

What is the main effect of winds on agriculture in Japan?

Winds bring year-round rains , making farms productive.

How do banks benefit when people deposit money into savings accounts?

All of these answers are correct.

Which is an example of Japanese imperialism in the first half of the 1900s?

Japan conquered Korea and forced it to trade with them

Which of these events took place in the Middle East after the end of World War II?

Israel was declared an independent country

Which is an example of culture being changed through innovation?

Internet lets farmers to learn about fair crop prices

How is the present-day government of N. Korea different from present-day government of Japan?

Japan has a freely elected legislature while Korea does not

What is the primary purpose of OPEC?

to establish policies for petroleum trade

Why was the early Silk Road important?

It encouraged trade between Asia and Europe.

North Korea's economy is a command economy. Whats the best description of their command economy

Central govt makes the economic decisions for the country

How did India finally gain its independence from colonial rule?

Strong leaders urged to protest the colonial power peacefuly

Which is an example of ethnocentrism?

My country's customs are better than every other country's

Which describes an impact of the Muslim civilization in the seventh and eighth centuries?

Islam spread through most of North Africa.

Why did the Dutch explore & establish colonies in the Southwest Pacific between 1600 and 1650?

to make money by controlling the spice trade

Which best describes the impact of industrialization on South Africa today?

South Africa is a major producer of manufactured goods.

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1
The Sahara is the largest desert in Africa. What impact does the land have on the ppl of Africa
Travel between the north & south regions of the hard.
It is completely barren of life and resources
It protects the people from hostile invaders from the West.
It feeds many people throughout the continent.
2
To increase the power of the ruler, the ancient Egyptian theory of theocracy held that the
ruler's authority came from a voluntary social contract
ruler's main responsibility was to enforce military rule
ruler became a god at the moment he was crowned
ruler could be overruled by a council of priests
3
The Indus River Valley civilization was known for its
planned cities
large empires
strong armies
long-lasting dynasties
4
Libya and Namibia are both located in Africa, yet it is cool in Libya & hot in Namibia. Why?
They are close to different oceans
Namibia is closer to the prime meridian than Libya.
Libya is closer to other continents than Namibia.
They are located on opposite sides of the equator.
5
How did the Aboriginal peoples feel about Europeans settling in Australia?
They believed it led to the destruction of their way of life
They felt the Europeans had an understanding of environment
They felt the Europeans were dependent on them.
They believed they'd learn new methods from the settlers
6
How does a savings account benefit the savers?
Provides a safe place for money.
Savers can build up money in their accounts
All these answers are correct.
Banks pay savers interest ont he money they deposit.
7
Best describes the ecosystem of the Great Barrier Reef on the northeastern coast of Australia?
It is frozen tundra in the winter.
It is very hot and dry.
It has many diverse water species.
It has fertile grasslands along the valleys.
8
What is the main effect of winds on agriculture in Japan?
Winds cause soil to not be able to grow plants in mountains
Winds bring non-native pollens to farms, destroying plants
Winds damage power sources, making irrigation impossible
Winds bring year-round rains , making farms productive.
9
How do banks benefit when people deposit money into savings accounts?
They have more money to lend other people.
Banks make money from the interest they charge.
Interest the bank earns allows bank to grow its business.
All of these answers are correct.
10
Which is an example of Japanese imperialism in the first half of the 1900s?
Japan maintained small military after W.W. II losses
Japan conquered Korea and forced it to trade with them
Japan formed monarchy which the elected officials run govt
Japan surrendered when the U.S. dropped atomic bomb
11
Which of these events took place in the Middle East after the end of World War II?
Israel was declared an independent country
Islam began in the Arabian Peninsula.
Trade between Egypt and Europe began.
The Ottoman Empire's control over the area ended.
12
Which is an example of culture being changed through innovation?
Hospitals close due to lack of government funding.
Bicycles are outlawed because of an increase in accidents
Building industry expands due to a demand for more houses
Internet lets farmers to learn about fair crop prices
13
How is the present-day government of N. Korea different from present-day government of Japan?
Japan has a freely elected legislature while Korea does not
In Japan, powerful monarch makes the economic decisions
N. Korea has a strong court system while Japan does not
In Korea, provinces have more power than the national govt
14
What is the primary purpose of OPEC?
to protect civilians during wartime
to settle border disputes between countries
to assist countries affected by earthquakes
to establish policies for petroleum trade
15
Why was the early Silk Road important?
It made travel more comfortable in Europe
It encouraged trade between Asia and Europe.
It increased contact between Asia and the Americas.
It decreased the power of kings and queens.
16
North Korea's economy is a command economy. Whats the best description of their command economy
Goods may only be sold to countries that agree to taxes
Central govt makes the economic decisions for the country
leaders of N. Korea's industries hold highest spots in govt
Farmers are determine how much is grown on state-owned farms
17
How did India finally gain its independence from colonial rule?
Armed group held elections in an effort to overtake the govt
Strong leaders urged to protest the colonial power peacefuly
U.S. sent troops to free India from colonial govt in control
European countries stepped in & declared India independent
18
Which is an example of ethnocentrism?
A man waves a flag in a parade on his country's Indep Day
My country's customs are better than every other country's
A merchant imports goods and sells them for a profit
Student passes out campaign literature for a candidate.
19
Which describes an impact of the Muslim civilization in the seventh and eighth centuries?
Museums and libraries were destroyed.
Advancements in the arts were discouraged.
Trade was started with the Americas.
Islam spread through most of North Africa.
20
Why did the Dutch explore & establish colonies in the Southwest Pacific between 1600 and 1650?
to conduct fishing operations to feed a growing population
to force native peoples to mine for silver and gold
to make money by controlling the spice trade
to maintain naval bases close to Dutch South Africa
21
Best describes Gandhi's suggestion of how people from India could gain indepen. from British.
through peaceful resistance
through violent demonstrations
Opposition of civil liberties for certain classes of ppl
through full cooperation with neighboring countries
22
Which best describes the impact of industrialization on South Africa today?
South Africa is a major developer of nuclear energy
South Africa is a major exporter of agricultural products.
South Africa is a major importer of minerals
South Africa is a major producer of manufactured goods.

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