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1
A valid conlusion drawn from these facts is that Roman women
could hold public office
were equal to men
had the right to vote
enjoyed some legal rights
2
What was the most important force in providing unity and stability in western medieval Europe?
inquisition
nobility
church
military
3
The illustration represents a society based on
accumulated wealth
political ability
social class
educational achievement
4
The five relationships taught by Confucius encouraged people to
serve the needs of religious leaders
improve their positions in life
maintain social and political order
respect and worship nature
5
A reason the Tigris, Indus and Nile river valleys were centers of civilization is that they had
the means for irrigation and transportation
rich deposits of coal and iron ore
borders and elevations that were easily defended
locations in regions of moderate climate and abundant rain
6
The Twelve Tables were the written laws of
ancient Greece
ancient Babylonia
the Mauryan Empire
ancient Rome
7
One way in which the 5 Relationships, 10 Commandments and Eightfold path are similar is that
they provide codes of behavior
they describe secularism
they promote polytheism
they establish gender equality
8
In Western Europe, feudalism developed after the
city of Constantinople fell
Roman Empire collapsed
Mongols invaded
Renaissance began
9
According to Buddhist principles, believers can end personal suffering by
eliminating selfish desires
doing good deeds
relying on divine help
making pilgrimages to Mecca
10
Since the 8th century, a major source of disunity among Muslims has been the
establishment of production quotas for oil
spread of Islam as a result of invasion and trade
differences in the religious teachings of Shiites and Sunnis
use of the human figure in art
11
One similarity found in both Egyptian and Sumerian civilizations is that each developed a
compass
monotheistic religion
ziggurat
written language
12
The caste system in India was characterized by
toleration for various religious beliefs
a lack of social mobility
the right of people to choose their occupation
equality between men and women
13
Which was true of food-gathering societies in pre-historic times?
The concept of private property was important
The population tended to be small
There was a system of mass production
Society was highly industrialized
14
One way in which the African kingdoms of Ghana, Mali and Songhai are similar is that they
improved their military through the use of gunpowder
opened trade routes to the Americas
established their wealth through trade
adopted Christianity as their major religion
15
Christianity and Islam are similar in that both
are polytheistic religions
have roots in Judaism
have practiced a strict code of nonviolence
have the same religious holidays
16
Based on this map, on which continent did humans first appear?
Europe
Africa
Asia
North America
17
The terms Brahma, dharma, and moksha are most closely associated with which religion?
Judaism
Hinduism
animism
Islam
18
Which society practiced direct democracy?
early Egypt
Gupta Empire
dynastic China
ancient Athens
19
A reason for the development of an early civilization in the Tigris Euphrates river valleys was
the rivers flowed directly into the Mediterranean Sea
the location protected people from land invasion
the rivers provided a direct trade route with Asia
periodic flooding left rich soil, that was ideal for farming
20
How did the geography of the Italian peninsula influence the development of the Roman Empire?
lengthy, rugged coast encouraged frequent invasions
unnavigable rivers in north protected them from neighbors
harsh climate prevented agricultural production
location of Rome contributed to control of Mediterranean
21
The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt were similar in that both cultures
established trade routes to China
used a hieroglyphic writing system
used the ziggurat form for their temples
developed along rivers
22
Which activity occurred during the Golden Age of Muslim culture?
major discoveries in math and science
beginning of pilgrimages to Mecca
destruction of books containing Greek and Roman ideas
opposition to freedom of thought and to foreign ideas
23
Which circumstance best describes a long-term result of the Crusades?
Feudalism began in Western Europe
Christians and Muslims achieved lasting peace
Cultural exchanges between the Middle East and Europe grew
Muslim control of Jerusalem ended
24
A similarity between the Western African kingdoms of Mali, Ghana and Songhai is that they
established economies based on trade
isolated themselves from contact with other cultures
limited the power of their rulers
practiced Christianity
25
Hammurabi's Code, Twelve Tables and Justinian's Code are examples of early developments in
literature
law
engineering
medicine
26
How did the introduction of agriculture affect early peoples?
societies became nomadic
birthrates decreased rapidly
civilizations developed
food production declined
27
Which was a major characteristic of democracy in ancient Athens?
Slaves were permitted to vote in major elections
All adult male citizens were eligible to vote
Women were allowed to vote in major elections
All residents were given voting rights
28
Which title best completes this graphic organizer?
Achievements of Medieval Europe
Changes resulting from the Counter Reformation
Developments in Ancient Ghana
Improvements under the Tokugawa
29
Which term is used to describe the spread of Buddhism from India through southeast Asia?
isolation
ethnocentrism
cultural diffusion
imperialism
30
What effect did the geography of ancient Greece have on its early development?
abundant natural resources encouraged self-sufficiency
lack of natural seaports limited communication
mountainous terrain led to creation of separate city-states
an inland location hindered trade and colonization
31
Which revolution led to the development of these civilizations?
Green
Industrial
Neolithic
Commercial
32
The term feudalism is best defined as a
process in which goods are traded for other goods
division of political power between three separate branches
system where land is given for military service & loyalty
holy war between Christians and Muslims
33
In China, Confucianism emphasized the idea that
individual goals should be placed ahead of the group needs
harmony is achieved by proper behavior of each person
salvation can be attained by good deeds
equality should exist between all members of society
34
Olympic Games, Homer, and Hellenistic culture are associated with which civilization
Greek
Phoenician
Roman
Egyptian
35
Confucianism had a strong impact on the development of China mainly because this philosophy
established a basic structure for military rule
provided a basis for social order
stressed the importance of the individual
contained the framework for a communist government
36
Early peoples who moved frequently, searching for the food they needed to survive are called
village dwellers
guild members
hunters and gatherers
subsistence farmers
37
Which belief system is considered monotheistic?
Judaism
Shinto
Daoism
Jainism
38
The religions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam share a common belief in
nirvana
reincarnation
monotheism
animism
39
According to Confucius, the key to the successful organization of society is that
ancestor worship should be discontinued
individuals should know and do what is expected of them
the ruler should be chosen democratically
the evil in humans must be eliminated
40
India's earliest civilizations were located in
coastal regions
dry steppes
river valleys
mountainous areas
41
Which document established the principle of limited monarchy in England?
Twelve Tables
Magna Carta
Balfour Declaration
Act of Supremacy
42
In a comparison of the city-states of Sparta and Athens, Sparta placed more emphasis on
education
family order
military service
human rights
43
A direct result of the Neolithic Revolution is that people
depended on hunting and gathering
used crop rotation to increase agricultural output
developed a nomadic way of life
began living in permanent settlements
44
Before towns and cities can develop in a society, the society needs to establish
a writing system
a democratic government
an agricultural surplus
an educational system
45
The middle ages in Europe was characterized by
absolute monarchies and strong central governments
decreased emphasis on religion in daily life
the manor system and the importance of land ownership
extensive trade with the Middle East
46
Which factor most influences person's social status in early Indian societies?
education
birth
geographic location
individual achievement
47
What was one effect of Alexander the Great's conquests?
formation of the Christian Church
increased support of Mayan leaders
expansion of Hellenistic culture
decreased importance of the Silk Roads
48
Which was a characteristic of feudalism?
unified national court systems were developed
Land was exchanged for military service and obligations
power rested in the hands of a strong central government
government was provided by a bureaucracy of civil servants
49
The Code of Hammurabi was a major contribution to the development of civilization because it
treated citizens and slaves equally
recorded existing laws for all to see
rejected the principle of filial piety
ended all physical punishment
50
During the feudal period in Europe, power and position in society were based on the
amount of money earned
number of slaves owned
level of education achieved
amount of land posessed
51
Which statement is supported by this excerpt from Hammurabi's Code of laws?
All men are equal under the law
Fines are preferable to physical punishment
Violence must always be punished with violence
Law sometimes distinguishes between social classes
52
Which characteristic was common to the Golden Age of Greece and the Italian Renaissance?
Prosperity led to the creation of many works of art
A strong military led to national unity
Written constitutions led to democratic governments
Political instability led to the formation of unified states
53
The routes shown on the map illustrate the
spread of Christianity
shift in European population
expansion of apartheid
pattern of the Bantu migrations
54
One way in which the Han Dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar is that both
developed a social system in which great equality existed
promoted unity and communication by building a road system
governed large areas around the Mediterranean Sea
created democratic societies where people elected officials
55
In traditional India, the caste system and the Hindu beliefs of karma and dharma led to
a strong emphasis on the acquisition of wealth
the rapid industrialization of the economy
the establishment of a set of rules for each individual
a strong belief in the importance of education
56
The philosophy of Confucius stresses the importance of
respect for authority
a classless society
religious beliefs
owning land
57
What was one direct result of the Crusades?
Alexander the Great became a powerful leader in Eurasia
Islamic kingdoms expanded into Europe
Arabs and Christians divided the city of Jerusalem
Trade increased between Europe and the Middle East
58
Which belief is shared by Hindus and Buddhists?
Material wealth is a sign of the blessing of the gods
The soul can be reincarnated
People should pray five times a day
Everyone should have the same social status
59
China under the Han dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar in that both grew wealthy because
they developed extensive trade networks
created classless societies
encouraged democratic ideals
established free-market economies
60
In ancient China, one effect of the teachings of Confucius was the high status of
merchants
soldiers
scholars
farmers
61
Both European medieval knights and Japanese samurai warriors pledged oaths of
devotion to their nation state
loyalty to their military leader
service to their church
allegiance to their families
62
The diagram illustrates the key concepts of which religion
Islam
Christianity
Hiunduism
Buddhism
63
Judaism, Islam and Christianity share a belief in
papal supremacy
an ethical code of conduct and monotheism
teachings of the Koran (Quran)
reincarnation and the Four Noble Truths
64
A major reason for the decline of the Roman Empire was
the abolition of slavery throughout the Empire
continued acceptance of traditional religions
a series of military defeats in Africa
political corruption and instability of the government
65
Which two belief systems teach that there are spirits in nature?
Hinduism and Confucianism
Shinto and animism
Islam and Buddhism
Judaism and Christianity
66
Which concept is most closely related to the main idea of the illustration?
isolation
urbanization
armed conflict
cultural diffusion
67
The early Russian civilization adopted the Eastern Orthodox religion and the Cyrillic alphabet
from Vikings from northern Europe
from missionaries from the Byzantine Empire
through contact with traders from China
from conquering Mongol invaders
68
Which belief system is associated with the terms Eightfold Path, 4 Noble Truths and nirvana
Christianity
Buddhism
Judaism
Shinto
69
Which leader is most closely associated with the accomplishment shown by the illustration?
Alexander the Great
Suleiman the Magnificent
Mansa Musa
Charlemagne
70
An immediate result of the fall of the Roman Empire was
the growth of cities and dominance by the middle class
a period of disorder and weak central government
an increase in trade and manufacturing
a renewed interest in education and the arts
71
The primary reason the Bantu-speaking people of West Africa migrated south and east was to
find land for farming and grazing
flee warfare
establish a colonial empire
seek religious freedom
72
Which action is most closely associated with polytheism
praying in a synagogue
accepting the Eight-fold Path
reading the Koran
worshipping many gods
73
One contribution of ancient Roman culture was the development of
a republican form of government
the printing press
the concept of zero
the process of making silk
74
Which economic system existed in Europe during the early Middle Ages?
command
manorialism
socialism
free market
75
Which concept best explains why most major religions have followers throughout the world?
cultural diffusion
ethnocentrism
secularism
cultural isolation
76
Which item best completes the graphic organizer?
Utilization of Cuneiform
Preservation of Greek and Roman culture
Creation of the Compass
Development of the wheel
77
The ancient Romans' most significant contribution to Europe has been in the area of
poetry
drama
law
economics
78
Which text is essential to the practice of Islam?
New Testament
Torah
Analects
Koran
79
Which practice is most closely associated with a person of the Islamic faith?
following the Eightfold path
worshipping many gods
refraining from eating meat on Fridays
praying five times a day