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

By accepting Roman leadership and paying their taxes

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.

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

The election of representatives to a legislature

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

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

Christianity was based on Judaism, and both religions were monotheistic

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

Improved farming methods and availability of cash crops

Which of the following would best complete the web?

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

Why did the ancient Egyptians build sphinxes?

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

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

Emperor Diocletian divided the Roman empire.

Explain the impact of the Ottoman Empire on Eastern Europe.

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

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

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

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.

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

Provided protection from foreign invaders

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

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

Hinduism blended beliefs and practices came from Aryans and other groups

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

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

The work of missionaries sent by the Church.

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

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