How were the social hierarchies of Ancient Egypt and Ancient Greece similar?

The bottom of both societies were slaves with few rights.

Which statement describes how the Silk Road influenced cultural interactions?

Asian goods became available in Europe.

During the Vedic period members of each varna

played specific roles in society.

The Phoenicians were a unique civilization because

they developed an alphabet closely related to the one we use

Ancient civilizations waged war in order to

gain control of rich land or natural resources.

Which change resulted from the fall of the western Roman Empire?

Using established trade routes in western Europe declined.

Why did Egypt decline following the reign of Ramses the Great?

The cost of all his building proejcts and wars

Why are Islam, Christianity, and Judaism called "Abrahamic Religions?"

They all claim Abraham as a patriarch

Trade positively affects society by...

allowing for the exchange of skills, ideas, and technologies

Which of the following statements is true about pharaoah Akhenaten?

Egypt became monotheistic under his rule.

How did Hammurabi’s Code and Draco’s Code create unity and order in their civilizations?

by establishing a clear system of written laws

What development marked the transition from prehistory to the historical age?

development of cuneiform writing

In Hammurabi's Code, how was punishment given?

Punishment differed depending on social class

One thing the Chaldeans and Hittites had in common was

they adopted aspects of Sumerian culture.

How are physical spaces organized through human interaction?

the strong ("winners") dictate what place is and where boundaries are

The Eastern Roman Empire

Became known as the Byzantine Empire

The term "prehistory" refers to

a time when written history did not exist

What led to the emergence of more defined social ranking?

humans settling into permanent communities

Genetically modified plants

Create a more productive plant, good for the world's growing population

The government in Ancient Egypt was considered a theocracy because...

there was no separate between religion and government

How did Diocletian's rule change the Roman Empire?

He divided Rome into east and west.

How did the regular flooding of rivers contribute to the growth of an early civilization?

by providing fertile soil for farming

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1
How were the social hierarchies of Ancient Egypt and Ancient Greece similar?
Movement within both hierarchies was fairly easy and often.
Political power distributed equally in the classes in both
The top of both hierarchies,a ruler who was considered a god
The bottom of both societies were slaves with few rights.
2
Which statement describes how the Silk Road influenced cultural interactions?
Asian goods became available in Europe.
It allowed mongol armies to conquere empires in the Americas
Italian cities controlled trade in India
Persian troops conquered new territory in Africa
3
During the Vedic period members of each varna
followed the Middle Way.
played specific roles in society.
changed castes frequently.
married into a higher varna.
4
The Phoenicians were a unique civilization because
they developed cuneiform
they relied on their military strength
they forced all conquered peoples into slavery
they developed an alphabet closely related to the one we use
5
In the Hellenistic world, the city-state was replaced as the main political unit by the
village
town
kingdom
state-city
6
Ancient civilizations waged war in order to
protect the herds of pastoralists.
spread their ideas, beliefs, customs, and technology.
impose their religion on other cultures.
gain control of rich land or natural resources.
7
Which of the following was one of Diocletian’s reforms?
He legalized Christianity in the empire
He moved the capital to Constanstinople
He conquered all of the Persian empire
He split the empire in two
8
Which change resulted from the fall of the western Roman Empire?
New farming techniques were developed.
Using established trade routes in western Europe declined.
New military tactics were developed.
The role of religious institutions in society declined.
9
What is an appropriate source for studying the past?
all of these
primary sources
artifacts
oral history
10
Following the fall of Israel the Hebrews were scattered across the world, what is this called?
the Inquisition
Pograms
the Diaspora
the Holocaust
11
Why did Egypt decline following the reign of Ramses the Great?
The cost of all his building proejcts and wars
The royal treasury was robbed by thieves
They tried to mint new coins which led to inflation
They had a recession
12
“What is truth?”These questions are most often associated with the philosopher ____________.
Plato
Aristotle
Socrates
Herodotus
13
Governments with no separation between religion and state are called _____________.
Theocracy
Aristocracy
Monarchy
Tyrants
14
What is the sacred text of Judaism
The Gospel
The Vedas
The Torah
The Bible
15
Why are Islam, Christianity, and Judaism called "Abrahamic Religions?"
They all believe Jesus is the Messiah
They all claim Abraham as a patriarch
They all worship idols
They are all polytheistic
16
Trade positively affects society by...
encouraging the preservation of distinct characteristics.
making it more difficult to control the economy
allowing for the exchange of skills, ideas, and technologies
lowering the standards for entry into a craft guild.
17
Which of the following statements is true about pharaoah Akhenaten?
Egypt became monotheistic under his rule.
Egypt was split into two during his rule.
Most Egyptians converted to Judaism during his rule.
Egypt became polytheistic under his rule.
18
How did Hammurabi’s Code and Draco’s Code create unity and order in their civilizations?
by requiring all citizens to train and serve as soldiers
by creating a democratic form of government
by establishing a clear system of written laws
by collecting taxes and providing public services
19
What development marked the transition from prehistory to the historical age?
development of Hammurabi’s Code
the Torah
the Phoenician alphabet
development of cuneiform writing
20
In Hammurabi's Code, how was punishment given?
Women and men had equal punishment under the law
Punishment differed depending on social class
All people were treated equally under the law
Slaves had just as many rights as free men
21
One thing the Chaldeans and Hittites had in common was
they worshipped one god.
they were native to the Americas
their empires never fell
they adopted aspects of Sumerian culture.
22
How are physical spaces organized through human interaction?
agreed upon by all parties
the strong ("winners") dictate what place is and where boundaries are
natural boundaries
the weak dictate what a place is
23
Moksha is to Hinduism as _____________ is to Buddhism.
Samsara
Nirvana
Ahimsa
Atman
24
The Eastern Roman Empire
Rejected all forms of Christianity
Fell to the Hun Invasion
Fell to Germanic tribes called Vandals
Became known as the Byzantine Empire
25
The term "prehistory" refers to
a time when humans did not exist
time that scientists and historians don't know much about
a time when written history did not exist
a time before life existed
26
What led to the emergence of more defined social ranking?
migration to the Americas
the adoption of a nomadic lifestyle
the emergence of Neanderthals
humans settling into permanent communities
27
Where did the world’s first civilizations arise?
In America
In dry, desert-like environments
In colder climates
Within river valleys
28
Genetically modified plants
Create a more productive plant, good for the world's growing population
have bankrupted small farmers.
reduce food production.
have well documented effects on humans and the environment.
29
Paul of Tarsus helped attract non-Jews to Christianity by
Remaining in Rome
dispensing from Jewish customs
Actively opposing the teaching that Jesus was the Messiah
Following Mosaic law
30
The government in Ancient Egypt was considered a theocracy because...
it is run by a bureaucracy
the citizens lived without law
there was no separate between religion and government
it is run by the people
31
What were the consequences of the 1973 Oil Crisis?
Prices for oil increased, causing many to begin rationing
distrust between western nations and OPEC nations increased
research in alternative energy increased
All of the above
32
What type of government was established in Rome when the Etruscan kings were overthrown
dictatorship
republic
monarchy
democracy
33
How did Diocletian's rule change the Roman Empire?
He released the Israelite from slavery in Egypt
He made Judaism the official religion of Rome
He divided Rome into east and west.
He ruled the Persian Empire with the Standard Deal
34
How did the regular flooding of rivers contribute to the growth of an early civilization?
by removing impurities from the water
by providing an increased supply of fish
by creating a natural barrier for defense
by providing fertile soil for farming
35
The Babylonians developed a codified law system called
Hammurabi’s Code
the Ten Commandments
Draconian Law
the mandate from heaven

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2019 Midterm Review

35 termsStudBud Administration243 plays

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Flashcards35 cardsFPractice quizPHost liveL

Questions 35

Answers

1
How were the social hierarchies of Ancient Egypt and Ancient Greece similar?
Movement within both hierarchies was fairly easy and often.
Political power distributed equally in the classes in both
The top of both hierarchies,a ruler who was considered a god
The bottom of both societies were slaves with few rights.
2
Which statement describes how the Silk Road influenced cultural interactions?
Asian goods became available in Europe.
It allowed mongol armies to conquere empires in the Americas
Italian cities controlled trade in India
Persian troops conquered new territory in Africa
3
During the Vedic period members of each varna
followed the Middle Way.
played specific roles in society.
changed castes frequently.
married into a higher varna.
4
The Phoenicians were a unique civilization because
they developed cuneiform
they relied on their military strength
they forced all conquered peoples into slavery
they developed an alphabet closely related to the one we use
5
In the Hellenistic world, the city-state was replaced as the main political unit by the
village
town
kingdom
state-city
6
Ancient civilizations waged war in order to
protect the herds of pastoralists.
spread their ideas, beliefs, customs, and technology.
impose their religion on other cultures.
gain control of rich land or natural resources.
7
Which of the following was one of Diocletian’s reforms?
He legalized Christianity in the empire
He moved the capital to Constanstinople
He conquered all of the Persian empire
He split the empire in two
8
Which change resulted from the fall of the western Roman Empire?
New farming techniques were developed.
Using established trade routes in western Europe declined.
New military tactics were developed.
The role of religious institutions in society declined.
9
What is an appropriate source for studying the past?
all of these
primary sources
artifacts
oral history
10
Following the fall of Israel the Hebrews were scattered across the world, what is this called?
the Inquisition
Pograms
the Diaspora
the Holocaust
11
Why did Egypt decline following the reign of Ramses the Great?
The cost of all his building proejcts and wars
The royal treasury was robbed by thieves
They tried to mint new coins which led to inflation
They had a recession
12
“What is truth?”These questions are most often associated with the philosopher ____________.
Plato
Aristotle
Socrates
Herodotus
13
Governments with no separation between religion and state are called _____________.
Theocracy
Aristocracy
Monarchy
Tyrants
14
What is the sacred text of Judaism
The Gospel
The Vedas
The Torah
The Bible
15
Why are Islam, Christianity, and Judaism called "Abrahamic Religions?"
They all believe Jesus is the Messiah
They all claim Abraham as a patriarch
They all worship idols
They are all polytheistic
16
Trade positively affects society by...
encouraging the preservation of distinct characteristics.
making it more difficult to control the economy
allowing for the exchange of skills, ideas, and technologies
lowering the standards for entry into a craft guild.
17
Which of the following statements is true about pharaoah Akhenaten?
Egypt became monotheistic under his rule.
Egypt was split into two during his rule.
Most Egyptians converted to Judaism during his rule.
Egypt became polytheistic under his rule.
18
How did Hammurabi’s Code and Draco’s Code create unity and order in their civilizations?
by requiring all citizens to train and serve as soldiers
by creating a democratic form of government
by establishing a clear system of written laws
by collecting taxes and providing public services
19
What development marked the transition from prehistory to the historical age?
development of Hammurabi’s Code
the Torah
the Phoenician alphabet
development of cuneiform writing
20
In Hammurabi's Code, how was punishment given?
Women and men had equal punishment under the law
Punishment differed depending on social class
All people were treated equally under the law
Slaves had just as many rights as free men
21
One thing the Chaldeans and Hittites had in common was
they worshipped one god.
they were native to the Americas
their empires never fell
they adopted aspects of Sumerian culture.
22
How are physical spaces organized through human interaction?
agreed upon by all parties
the strong ("winners") dictate what place is and where boundaries are
natural boundaries
the weak dictate what a place is
23
Moksha is to Hinduism as _____________ is to Buddhism.
Samsara
Nirvana
Ahimsa
Atman
24
The Eastern Roman Empire
Rejected all forms of Christianity
Fell to the Hun Invasion
Fell to Germanic tribes called Vandals
Became known as the Byzantine Empire
25
The term "prehistory" refers to
a time when humans did not exist
time that scientists and historians don't know much about
a time when written history did not exist
a time before life existed
26
What led to the emergence of more defined social ranking?
migration to the Americas
the adoption of a nomadic lifestyle
the emergence of Neanderthals
humans settling into permanent communities
27
Where did the world’s first civilizations arise?
In America
In dry, desert-like environments
In colder climates
Within river valleys
28
Genetically modified plants
Create a more productive plant, good for the world's growing population
have bankrupted small farmers.
reduce food production.
have well documented effects on humans and the environment.
29
Paul of Tarsus helped attract non-Jews to Christianity by
Remaining in Rome
dispensing from Jewish customs
Actively opposing the teaching that Jesus was the Messiah
Following Mosaic law
30
The government in Ancient Egypt was considered a theocracy because...
it is run by a bureaucracy
the citizens lived without law
there was no separate between religion and government
it is run by the people
31
What were the consequences of the 1973 Oil Crisis?
Prices for oil increased, causing many to begin rationing
distrust between western nations and OPEC nations increased
research in alternative energy increased
All of the above
32
What type of government was established in Rome when the Etruscan kings were overthrown
dictatorship
republic
monarchy
democracy
33
How did Diocletian's rule change the Roman Empire?
He released the Israelite from slavery in Egypt
He made Judaism the official religion of Rome
He divided Rome into east and west.
He ruled the Persian Empire with the Standard Deal
34
How did the regular flooding of rivers contribute to the growth of an early civilization?
by removing impurities from the water
by providing an increased supply of fish
by creating a natural barrier for defense
by providing fertile soil for farming
35
The Babylonians developed a codified law system called
Hammurabi’s Code
the Ten Commandments
Draconian Law
the mandate from heaven