PASS Practice

Which regions were connected by the Silk Road?

The movable-type printing press helped the Renaissance by

Which factor had the greatest effect on the movement of early nomadic societies?

Which phrase best describes the geographic location of the Mayan civilization?

The lack of arable land in Greece contributed to an economic system based on

Which two rivers are located in Mesopotamia?

Which art form is most associated with the Byzantine culture?

Which institution in Western Europe had the MOST power during the Middle Ages?

Which of the following do Islam, Christianity, and Judaism have in common?

According to the Mandate of Heaven, a Chinese emperor could remain in power as long as 

Which activity made it easier for rulers to control areas of land in ancient Japan

The defining characteristic of polytheistic religions is the idea that 

Emperor Constantine influenced the traditions of Western civilization by 

In a feudal system, lords gave land to their vassals in exchange for... 

The empires of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai benefited from being near the 

During the Paleolithic Era, how did most early humans acquire food?

Buddhists achieve enlightenment by following the 

Many Incan cities were easily defended because they were built

Which characteristic describes the early Catholic Church?

What was the purpose of the aqueduct?

Belief in monotheism and Jesus as the Son & incarnation of God describes which religion?

Which statement best explains the migration of early humans?

Magna Carta was important because it

Why did the European powers become interested in the slave trade?

The Vedas and the Upanishads are sacred writings of 

Living in harmony with nature is an important part of Chinese culture primarily because of

The Mayan and Aztec civilizations advanced the development of 

Ancient Athens was responsible for developing which concept in government?

Which primary factor encouraged Greek city-states to develop different identities?

Which city was an obstacle to early Rome's control of the Mediterranean region?

Which of the following explains the spread of the Bubonic Plague

Which is the most likely reason that hunter-gatherers began farming?

During the Neolithic Era, which change first resulted in the creation of settled communities?

"You only lose what you cling to." -Siddhartha Gautama. This quote represents which religion?

What was the purpose of The Great Wall of China?