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1
One way in which the Eightfold Path and the Five Pillars of Faith are similar is that these rules
suggest a deep respect for nature and reincarnation
represent codes of behavior
stress the spiritual being in all natural objects
restrictsocial mobility
2
The caste system in India and the feudal system in Europe were similar in that both
provided structure for society
promoted peace and prosperity
established totalitarian governments
developed concepts of natural rights
3
The concept of zero and the decimal system were introduced. Which empire is described ?
Maurya
Gupta
Persian
British
4
Which factor led to the development of civilizations in ancient Mesopotamia?
political harmony
favorable geography
religious differences
universal education
5
Bantu-speaking people migrated southward and eastward was to
flee warfare
find land for farming and grazing
establish a colonial empire
seek religious freedom
6
Which social scientist primarily studies how people change
resources into goods and services?
archaeologist
psychologist
sociologist
economist
7
1. In which field of study do people learn about the development of early human beings?
political science
anthropology
cartography
economy
8
-Seafood is part of Filipino diet. Russians live west of Ural .
What completes the outline?
Economic Issues Influence National Goals
Geography Affects Human Behavior
Governments Control the Actions of Citizens
Rivers Are Barriers to Interdependence
9
The main purpose of a time line is to show the
benefits of modern civilizations
causes and effects of wars
location of important places
chronological relationship between events
10
-Spread of Islam-Gold and salt trade-Timbuktu-Pilgrimage of Mansa Musa. These deal with
Benin
Egyptian
Kush
Mali
11
Mansa Musa' journey to Mecca in the 1300's is evidence that
the Crusades had a great influence on western Africa
European culture was the superior to cultures of W. Africa
most African leaders were educated in the Middle East
Islam had a major influence on the Mali Empire
12
Ibn Battuta and Marco Polo were similar in that both
converted thousands of people to Christianity
ruled over vast empires that included diverse peoples
produced written records of their extensive travels
fought to free their people from Mongol rule
13
One major characteristic of the Renaissance period is that the
Catholic Church no longer had any influence in Europe
classical cultures of Greece and Rome were revived
major language of the people became Latin
manor became the center of economic activity3
14
The terms Brahma, dharma, and moksha are most closely associated with which religion?
Judaism
animism
Hinduism
Islam
15
Which phrase best describes Mali under the rule of Mansa Musa?
a decade of colonial unrest
a golden age
a poverty-stricken era3
a period of political chaos
16
Which empire is most closely associated with
split in Christianity?
British
Persian
Byzantine
Mughal
17
One similarity between the Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire is that both
ensured equality for women
declined because of corruption in government
developed parliamentary governments
reached their height of power at the same time
18
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
governed large areas around the Mediterranean Sea
promoted unity and communication by building roads
created democraticy in which people elected their officials
19
Which geographic feature had the greatest influence on ancient civilizations?
smooth coastlines
mountain passes
river valleys
dense forests
20
One reason for the growth and success of 9th C cities LIKE Baghdad and Ch'ang-an (Xian) was
were located on major trade routes
traded only with people from their immediate region
Tolerated religious diversity
were part of the Roman Empire
21
The use of terrace farming by the Inca and Japanese cultures is an example of
destruction of the environment
adaptation to the surrounding geography
social change through assimilation
economic improvement through trade
22
Tang Dynasty in China, the Gupta Empire in India during their golden ages were known as eras of
economic poverty and political upheaval
artistic and intellectual achievement
major industrial development
intense nationalism
23
ideals developed in the Athens of Pericles and in Republican Rome influenced the development of
military juntas in Latin America
a theocracy in Iran
a parliament in Britain
a communist government in China
24
A major effect of the decline of the Roman Empire was that western Europe
entered a period of chaos and disorder
returned to a republic form of government
came under the control of the Muslims
was absorbed by the Byzantine Empire
25
on which continent did humans first appear?
Africa
North America
Europe
Asia
26
Which concept illustrated in Africa's traditional musical instruments made of gourds and shells
impact of geography on cultural development
role of education in the ancient world
development of traditional government
effect of artistic expression on religion
27
What is the main reason the Neolithic Revolution is considered turning point in world history?
Stone tools and weapons were first developed.
Spoken language was used to improve communication.
Fire was used as a source of energy for the first time.
Farming and domestication of animals led to settledment.
28
Which social scientist specializes in the scarcity of resources and availability of goods?
sociologist
economist
anthropologis
archaeologist
29
China under theHan dynasty and Roman Empire were similar in that both grew wealthy because they
created classless societies
developed extensive trade networks
established free-market economies
encouraged democratic ideals
30
One way the Five Relationships,the Ten Commandments,the Eightfold Path are similar is that they
1. promote polytheism
provide codes of behavior
describe secularism
establish gender equality
31
Which belief or practice is expressed in this quotation?
fasting and prayer
reincarnation
rigid class structure
monotheism
32
an impact of geography on the history of the Korean peninsula?
Lack of rivers has limited food production
Lack of resources prevented development of manufacturing.
Large deserts have led to isolation
Location has led to invasion and occupation by other nations
33
Which statement about Greek civilization is an opinion rather than a fact?
Boys in Sparta were trained to be soldiers.
Athens had a better culture than that of Sparta
Many adults in Athens did not have the right to vote.
Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle were Greek philosophers.
34
In western Europe, the Middle Ages began after the collapse of which empire?
Roman
Byzantine
Mughal
Ottoman
35
One way writers of the Renaissance were influenced by writers of Greece was Renaissance writers
showed little interest in secular affairs
stressed the power of human reason
produced few new scientific ideas
produced few new scientific ideas
36
What was an important result of the Neolithic Revolution?
Food supplies became more reliable
Populations declined
New sources of energy became available
People became more nomadic
37
In ancient times, the Silk Road made the exchange possible between
China and the Roman Empire
Siberia and the Ottoman Empire
Egypt and Greeck
Korea and Japan
38
In western Europe, feudalism developed after the
Renaissance began
Mongols invaded
Roman Empire collapsed
city of Constantinople fell
39
A major contribution of the Roman Empire to Western society was the development of
gunpowder
4. an effective legal system
the principles of revolutionary socialism
monotheism
40
Which factor most influenced a person’s social position in early Indian societies?
individual achievement
geographic location
Birth
education
41
Which belief is most closely associated with the philosophy of Confucianism?
nirvana
filial piety
prayer
reincarnation
42
Which document is an example of a primary source?
a textbook on Russian history
novel on the Age of Exploration
the diary of a WW I soldier
an encyclopedia article on religions of the Middle East
43
Alexander the Great’s conquests of Greece, Asia Minor, Egypt and Persia led to the
establishment of representative democracy
adoption of a feudal system3
spread of Islamic culture throughout Europe
spread of Hellenic culture
44
In Japan, the martial arts, the tea ceremony, and flower arranging reflects the influences of
mercantilism and animism
Buddhism and Shintoism
capitalism and shintoism
imperialism and militarism
45
-Kushites adapted Egyptian art-Arabs used Indian concept of zero.
These actions are examples of
scientific research
filial piety
ethnocentrism
cultural diffusion
46
Which factor explain scientific and literary achievements of the Muslims in their Golden Age?
expansion of trans-Atlantic trade
innovations introduced in Renaissance
cultural diversity accepted by many Islamic governments
legal equality of all people in the Islamic empire
47
How did the introduction of agriculture affect early peoples?
Food production declined.
Societies became nomadic.
Birthrates decreased rapidly.
Civilizations developed.
48
Which aspect of social science would a geographer most likely study in depth?
how people influence governmental decisions
how location influences the way people live
how beliefs influence the behavior of a group of people
how economic events influence history3
49
Archaeological studies of the Indus Valley cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro show evidence of
urban planning
social equality
dynastic rule
monotheism
50
Hieroglyphic and cuneiform systems provided the basis for the development of
painting and sculpture
subsistence farming
oral traditions
recorded history
51
Which historical events are in the correct chronological order?
Crusades >Renaissance >Neolithic Revolution>Roman Empire
Neolithic Revolution ->Roman Empire ->Crusades ->Renaissance
Roman Empire ->Neolithic Revolution ->Crusades ->Renaissance
Renaissance ->Neolithic Revolution ->Crusades ->Roman Empire
52
One aspect common to both Shinto and Taoism is a
A unique aspect of religion in Japan is that
deep reverence and respect for nature
belief in the reincarnation of souls
belief in one God
53
Which activity occurred during the Golden Age of Muslim culture?
major discoveries in mathematics and science
opposition to freedom of thought by rulers
destruction of books containing Greek and Roman ideas
beginning of pilgrimages to Mecca
54
One reason early civilizations developed in China, Egypt, and Mesopotamia is because
natural barriers provided protection from invasions
rivers contributed to nomadic lifestyles
climate and geography favored agriculture
vast mineral deposits existed for manufacturing
55
The use of the Silk Road and caravan routes in northern Africa and southwestern Asia encouraged
cultural diffusion
cultural isolation
ethnocentrism
self sufficiency
56
Which statement about the geography of Africa is most accurate?
The variety has served to promote cultural diversity
Much of the land in Africa is below sea level.
Africa has an irregular coastline with many natural harbors.
Much of the land in Africa is tundra and forest.
57
Who introduced the Cyrillic alphabet, Orthodox Christianity, and domed architecture to Russia?
Byzantines
Mongols
Muslims
Vikings
58
. In China, Confucianism emphasized the idea that
individual goals should be placed ahead of the group
equality should exist between all members of society2
salvation could be attained by meditation and good deeds
harmony could be achieved by the proper behavior
59
The golden ages of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires can be attributed in part to
cultural isolation
command economies
stable governments
distinct social classes
60
Which feature would most often be shown on a political map?
capital cities
type of climate
levation
topography
61
The fall of the Byzantine Empire to the Ottoman Turks (1453) prompted Spain and Portugal to
reform their political systems
expand the Catholic Inquisition into the Middle East
extend religious tolerance to the Muslim peoples
seek new trade routes to East Asia
62
What is a major contribution of the Byzantine Empire to global history?
expansion of equal rights
invention of writing
construction of the pyramids
preservation of Greek and Roman culture
63
How did geography affect both Napoleon's invasion and Hitler's invasion of Russia?
The tundra enabled the movements of troops.
Deserts made invasion possible
Warm-water ports prevented the flow of supplies.
The climate created obstacles to success
64
Confucianism had a strong impact on the development of China mainly because this philosophy
stressed the importance of the individual
provided a basis for social order
established a basic structure for military rule
contained the framework for a communist government
65
The Code of Hammurabi was a major contribution to the development of civilization because it
treated citizens and slaves equally2
recorded existing laws for all to see
rejected the principle of filial piety
ended all physical punishment
66
Which statement describes how geography affected the growth of the ancient civilizations?
Large deserts provided many mineral deposits.
River valleys provided rich soil to grow plentiful crops.
Access to the Atlantic Ocean provided trade routes
Large savanna areas provided protection from invaders.
67
The term "subsistence farmers" refers to people who grow
enough food to feed an entire village
just enough food to meet the needs of the immediate family
food to sell in village markets
a single cash crop
68
Before West African civilizations had contact with Europeans, these civilizations developed
social systems that emphasized the nuclear family
art that included bronze, gold, and clay sculptures
economies that did not rely on trade
one system of government for the entire region
69
Which geographic characteristic is shared by both Greece and Japan?
abundant mineral resources
irregular coastline
navigable rivers
tropical rain forests
70
Hunting and gathering, subsistence agriculture, and the barter system are characteristics of a
traditional economy
command economy
market economy
mixed economy
71
The exchange ofsilks and spices and the spread of Buddhism along the Silk Roads are examples of
desertification
cultural diffusion
self-sufficiency
ethnocentrism
72
Early people who moved frequently as they searched for food they needed for survival are called
village dwellers3
hunters and gatherers .
subsistence farmers
guild members
73
One effect of rugged, mountainous geography on ancient Greece was the development of
separate, independent city-states
extensive trade with the Persians
belief in one God
absolute monarchies
74
One reason the cultures of North Africa is different from the rest of Africa was
Great Rift Valley
Arabian Sea
Sahara Desert
Congo River Basin
75
One similarity in the rule of Julius Caesar, Genghis Khan, and Catherine the Great is that each
introduced the use of gunpowder in warfare
encouraged the spread of independence movements
required the use of Latin throughout the empire
engaged in territorial expansion
76
One reason many historians study geography is to
help predict changes in government
show connections between people and places
tell when events took place
explore the value systems of early people
77
citizens in Athens had right to attend Assembly and cast votes. This situation is an example of
direct democracy
parliamentary democracy
totalitarianism3
absolutism
78
Which statement about the Tang dynasty is a fact rather than an opinion
advances were greater
The emperors granted jobs to scholars who passed exams
the culture of the Tang dynasty was superior to Han dynasty
China's best emperors came from the Tang dynasty
79
Much of the wealth of the West African kingdoms of Ghana and Mali was gained from the
taxation on goods brought by Indian merchants
sale of slaves to Europeans
creation of colonies on the Mediterranean coast
control of the trans-Saharan trade in gold and salt
80
The golden ages of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires can be attributed in part to
stable governments
command economies
distinct social classes
cultural isolation
81
Why did the ancient city-states of Athens and Sparta develop different political systems?
mountainous topography resulted in isolation of city-states
The Byzantine Empire dictated government policies.
Foreign travelers introduced new philosophies.
For over 3 centuries, civil wars raged in these city-states.
82
Which statement about the Golden Age of Islam is a fact rather than an opinion?
Muslims were the best early mathematicians
Islamic art was more abstract than Greek art
Muslim artists had more talent than European artists
Islamic society preserved Greek and Roman culture
83
The Pillars of Emperor Asoka and the Code of Hammurabi are most similar to the
Great Sphinx of the Egyptians
map projections of Mercator
ziggurats of Sumeria
Twelve Tables of the Romans
84
While Sahara was an obstacle for Europeans, it is a highway for Africans. It is due to
Europeans lacking the knowledge to travel in the desert.
Trade between Africa and Europe decreasing.
African empires generally avoiding contact with Europeans.
Desertification reducing the amount of arable land
85
Culture is sometimes referred to as a “blueprint for living” because it
provides plans for exploration of new territory
is determined by genetics
flourishes best in traditional societies
includes things that contributes to a society’s development