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Study for 6th Grade Final exam
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1
How does this hymn reflect the values and beliefs of the ancient civilizations?
It promotes the belief in life beyond death.
It shows that all plant and animal life was sacred.
It reveals that people were peaceful.
It demonstrates a respect for the forces of nature
2
Based on this quote, how were the legal rights of freemen changed?
Freemen gained the right to trial by a jury of citizens.
The king was granted the power to exclude freemen from laws
Freemen could live w/out government interference.
The king acquired the power to imprison freemen at his will.
3
How did exploration and conquest in the middle ages affectrelations between ancient societies?
They caused long-lasting peace with the help of religion.
trade routes and communication opened between societies.
outbreaks of violence that closed all trade routes.
They caused empires to close access b/n their societies.
4
According to the picture, how did societies change the environment tobring water into cities?
aqueducts
columns
sundial
abacus
5
According to the excerpt, what caused Coronado to conquer this city?
He wanted to Christianize the native population
He was seeking trade with the native people.
He was searching for diamonds in the area
He wanted to convert explorers in the area to Christianity.
6
For early cultures, the resources on this list were all necessary for
developing agriculture.
domesticating animals.
hunting and gathering food.
migrating to North America.
7
What was the basic structure of government for the Ancient Egyptians?
Pharaohs made decisions with the help of advisers.
Local governors made new laws for their cities.
A group of rich men controlled the empire's government.
A group of representatives was elected by the citizens.
8
How did people in the mountains in South America farm?
used large animals to plow
terrace farming
grew crops in the valleys
moved to a new area every season
9
How did Egyptian myths reflect their values and beliefs about civilizations?
they told us about past leaders of Egypt
They told about the gods and goddess they worshiped
They told about Egyptian military battles
They told about great pharaohs
10
A legion is a military unit that was once utilized by
Ancient Greece
Phoenicians
Roman Republic
Egypt
11
How did early Christianity spread around the world?
European monarchs practiced the religion when they traveled
Christian sea captains sold fares to other Christians.
Missionaries followed conquerors and colonists.
Bibles were published in all languages.
12
Which of these people is described in the box above?
Julius Caesar
Charlemagne
Marco Polo
Martin Luther
13
What was the role of the vassal in the feudal system society?
working in the kitchen of the lord's house
selling the fief for the lord and keeping part of the money
entertaining the lord and his guests
managing the fief and pledging loyalty to the lord
14
By which river did the early Chinese civilization emerge?
Yellow River
Tigris River
Volga River
Seine River
15
The oldest known writing system was developed in Mesopotamia by the Sumerians and called
hieroglyphics
cuneiform
sumerian
punctuation
16
The legacy of ancient Greek epics, like the Odyssey, continues to provide people with
real stories of everyday life.
detailed, accurate historical events.
nonfiction depictions of ancient civilizations.
heroic figures and great adventures.
17
There were many advancements during the Exploration. Which led to thesettlement of Americas?
better farming technology
better sailing technology
better military technology
better printing technology
18
Which of these is the form of pictorial writing used by ancient Egyptians?
cuneiform
painting
punctuation
hieroglyphics
19
How did the economic factors listed affect the ancient empires?
Empires forced wealthy citizens to forfeit money in taxes.
Empires weakened and were eventually destroyed.
Armies searched other empires for new leaders to govern.
Armies were sent to other lands to increase wealth.
20
Why did some ancient civilizations write and publish laws?
to record laws so historians can study them
to ensure the citizens can read and understand the laws
to allow patricians and plebeians to vote on all laws
to ensure that all politicians received a printed version
21
How was being a citizen of Sparta different from being a citizen of Athens?
Spartans were expected to honor the city through art
Spartans showed off the wealth of Greece through feasts
Spartans were expected to protect the city through military
Spartans were expected to be educated to be in government
22
Mansa Musa ruled the Mali Empire from 1312–1337. What was one effect of his rule?
The empire moved to South Africa.
Democracy was started in his kingdom.
The Islamic religion spread in the religion.
The poor became more powerful.
23
Why did people need to use irrigation techniques?
to increase farmland for growing crops
to decrease overcrowding of crops
to increase space for people to live
to decrease the umber of animals on the land
24
What did humans in the Paleolithic Era use to make their tools?
stone
silver
gold
bronze
25
Moses is important in the history of the Israelites because
he was the second king of Israel.
he led the ancient Hebrews out of Egypt.
he was an important military leader.
he was the father of the Israelites.
26
People who were hunter gatherers were nomads. What might have caused this to be the case?
Agriculture forced them to find more fertile soil.
They moved to follow the animals they hunted.
Invading tribes often forced them to move.
Ice ages made them find warmer climates.
27
How did being in a low caste in India affect people's lives?
It provided a better education.
It helped them start businesses.
It limited job opportunities.
It gave them more free time.
28
What was one goal of the Crusades?
to gain control of the Holy Land
to protect the Jewish people
to build a church in every country
to attack the Mongols in China
29
Which statement explains the list above?
went from rule by nobility to being ruled by citizens
went from rule by rich merchants to rule by nobility
went from being governed by citizens to being ruled by kings
went from rule by army leaders to rule by the upper class
30
The split between the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church was known as
the Hundred Years War.
the Great Depression.
the Great Schism.
the Counter Reformation.
31
Whichstatement correctly compares the ancient and modern games?
The Olympics are held in Greece, but no longer religious
Olympics only allow men, but now more people are allowed
The Olympics are still a competition, now women are allowed
The Olympics still honor Zeus, but now winners get medals.
32
How were the oldest civilizations in Central and South America similar?
They were strongly influenced by Asia and Africa
They were the first to create advanced societies in the area
They established extensive trade w/ Pacific Rim nations
They were large but not organized
33
Which statement best describes what is shown on the map?
The Tang Dynasty focused on expanding into desert
Tang Dynasty′s territory matched the Yuan Dynasty.
The Yuan Dynasty expanded eastward during its reign.
Yuan Dynasty more than doubled the size of the Tang Dynasty
34
Which type of social structure divided its citizens this way?
caste system
socialism
feudalism
matrilinealism
35
What led to the decline of the Mali Empire?
The people left to live in the Sahara Desert.
The European explorers brought disease.
The region suffered a terrible earthquake.
The Songhai Empire conquered their land.
36
Based on the facts above, how were the beliefs of these societies similar?
rulers were buried in pyramids
ancient people believed in preparing for life after death
rulers or ancient societies seem humble in death
ancient people did not appreciate the arts
37
What contributed most to the spread of Islam into Africa?
trade
politics
railroads
slavery
38
Which of the statementsdescribes the government structure of an absolute monarchy?
The citizens have an equal say in their government.
The citizens elect representatives to run the government.
The ruler has control of the gov, but citizens have rights
The ruler has complete power over the citizens.
39
Which is the likely purpose of this ancient proverb?
to discourage people from fighting in wars
to encourage people to obey government laws
to discourage people from defending their land
to encourage people to tend their fields
40
The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt had which of the following in common?
They both developed along a river.
They used the same writing system.
They shared the same language.
They worshiped a single god.
41
Which of these mythologies is described in the box above?
Egyptian
Roman
Greek
Nubian
42
Why did trade networks like the Silk Road develop?
the trails were used for communication between groups
travelers enjoyed exploring new areas while getting spices
people wanted to take control of land and keep it
certain resources were not available in all areas
43
Which statement explains changein government from absolute monarchy toconstitutional monarchy?
Kings and queens wished to maintain authority and control.
The power of feudal lords was affirmed.
The divine right of kings to rule was reinforced.
Citizens wanted a stronger voice in their government.
44
How did technology change communication in the late thirteenth century?
It enabled people to get info about other places and ideas
It helped people to improve the living conditions
It helped all citizens learn to read.
It allowed people to quickly contact others in the world.
45
Confucianism and Taoism originated in which country?
Japan
Vietnam
India
China
46
Which of the following
best
completes the above diagram?
Christianity
Judaism
Islam
Hinduism
47
Which was a long-term effect of ancient trade routes?
the spread of unifying systems of government
use of silk throughout ancient and modern societies
the spread of religions throughout the trade routes
colonization of weaker nations along the trade routes
48
Which of the following describes the government of Ancient Athens?
Wealthy men made all the laws.
Citizens voted on political issues.
The king could only serve for two years.
An emperor told everyone what to do.
49
The Nile River was home to what two ancient civilizations?
ancient Greece and ancient Rome
ancient Egypt and ancient Nubia
ancient Egypt and ancient Phoenicia
ancient Phoenicia and Mesopotamia
50
Which statement shows how trade routes influenced ancient societies?
travel became safe and easy
silk became commonly used in clothing
trade by water became unnecessary
people shared cultural values and beliefs
51
The list above relates to which religion?
Buddhism
Judaism
Islam
Christianity
52
What practice later replaced hunting and gathering for finding food?
raising families
owning stores
building fires
growing crops
