Martin Luther's "95 Theses" were a call for

reforms within the Roman Catholic Church

In what way did Leonardo da Vinci represent the Renaissance Man?

He was a painter, sculptor, inventor, and scientist.

The Sepoy Rebellion in India and the BoxerRebellion in China were similar in that both were

revolts against foreign influence

Which statement best summarizes Plato's vision of an ideal government?

He supports democracy because all citizens may have a choice

How was SALT of 1972 a departure from normal Cold War relations between US and USSR?

began a period of cooperation in terms of limiting missile #

The Napoleonic Code was important because it

became the foundation of legal system of many Euro. nations

The events that led to the overthrow of the Tsar in 1917 and Gorbachev resigning in 1991 show

Economiccrises often lead to political change

TheTiananmen Square massacre in China was a reaction to

Students’ demand for rights andfreedom of expression

What factor did NOT lead to the success of the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia?

failure of the Third Estate to write a constitution

Why did Henry VIII establish the Church of England during the English Reformation?

The Pope refused to grant a divorce to the King.

The tide of WW2 in the Russian theater turned in favor of the Russians when

Germans were surrounded & captured at battle of Stalingrad

Which of the following was NOT a provision of the Treaty of Versailles?

Russia was required to pay the cost of damage done to Allies

How did the Industrial Revolution encourage Imperialism?

It created a need for raw materials and new markets.

What is a common factor that contributed to the downfall of both the Inca and the Aztecs?

Spanish invasions, exposed to diseases and better weapons

What was a major effect of the Crusades on Europe?

Trade between Europe and Middle East was expanded

How did the Scientific Revolution change thinking about the physical universe?

Scientists used observation and experimentation

Which of the following was NOT discussed at war time conferences such as Yalta or Potsdam?

the use of the atomic bomb on Japan

The purpose of the Marshall Plan was to

help rebuild war-torn Europe with lots of money

Fascism in Europe during the 1920s and 1930s is best described as a

form of totalitarianism; glorified state above individuals

Hammurabi's Code was an important legal achievement because it

was the first major collection of laws

Mohandas Gandhi is best known for his

use of passive resistance to achieve Indian independence

Which of the following conditions during the Industrial Revolution supported Karl Marx's ideas?

There were few wealthy businessmen while majority were poor.

Which of the following best reflects Machiavelli's philosophies?

rulers should do whatever necessary to maintain power

What was the "spark" that ignited the start of World War I?

assassination of Archduke Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary

How did the Opium War affect how the Chinese interacted with the West?

Forced China to open up trade to the West.

The destruction of the Berlin Wall in 1989 represented the

end of the Soviet domination of Eastern Europe

Which of the following was a significant result of the French Revolution of 1789?

The French middle class gained more power.

Which of the following was a contribution of both ancient Greece and the Roman Republic?

government based on democratic ideals

The major conflict between Palestinians and Jews in Palestine have centered around

the claim by both groups that is was their homeland

Which statement best characterizes the period of apartheid in SouthAfrica?

racist ideas of ruling minority were adopted into laws

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1
Martin Luther's "95 Theses" were a call for
greater Papal authority
religious revolts against the German princes
Crusades to spread Christianity
reforms within the Roman Catholic Church
2
The development of OPEC and the WTO are both an example of what modern phenomenon?
Terrorism
Nationalism
Internationalism
Globalization
3
Which of the following is a legacy of the Phoenicians?
runes
cuneiform
the alphabet
hieroglyphics
4
In what way did Leonardo da Vinci represent the Renaissance Man?
He was a painter, sculptor, inventor, and scientist.
He painted the famous ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
He lived in France during the 1500s when art flourished
He was the first to use color in religious paintings
5
Which empire ensured the survival of Christianity when Europe was too weak to do so?
Ottoman
Mongol
Hellenistic
Byzantine
6
Who talked about "consent of governed," "right of revolution," and "natural rights?"
Rousseau
Voltaire
Montesquieu
Locke
7
The Sepoy Rebellion in India and the BoxerRebellion in China were similar in that both were
revolutions against traditional monarchs
attempts to improve foreign trade
nonviolent resistance efforts
revolts against foreign influence
8
Which statement best summarizes Plato's vision of an ideal government?
He supports democracy because all citizens may have a choice
He supports a theocracy due to the importance of religion
He rejects democracy & proposes a ruler with total authority
He rejects an autocracy there should not be a sole ruler
9
Suleyman, Tokugawa Ieyasu, Peter the Great, King Louis XIV are all examples of what?
mercantilism
natural rights
scientific theory
absolutism
10
This group led the revolt against France in Haiti.
Creoles
Peninsulares
Mulattoes
Slaves
11
How was SALT of 1972 a departure from normal Cold War relations between US and USSR?
marked immediate escalation of arms race
It marked the end of Cold War & breakup of USSR
began a period of cooperation in terms of limiting missile #
It began a period of espionage that increased tensions.
12
What three nations were a part of the Axis powers in World War 2?
Japan, China, Germany
Germany, Italy, USSR
US, Great Britain, USSR
Germany, Italy, Japan
13
The Napoleonic Code was important because it
created code of discipline for military officers in Europe
ended the French Revolution
established Napoleon as Emperor of France
became the foundation of legal system of many Euro. nations
14
The events that led to the overthrow of the Tsar in 1917 and Gorbachev resigning in 1991 show
Russianabsolutism continued into the 1990s
Russiais an ethically unified nation
Internationalconflicts often strengthen the power of leaders
Economiccrises often lead to political change
15
Which of the following groups finally conquered the Byzantine Empire?
Seljuk Turks
Ottoman Turks
Arabs
German Christians
16
TheTiananmen Square massacre in China was a reaction to
Students’ demand for rights andfreedom of expression
Deng Xiaoping's plan to revive the Cultural Revolution
China's decision to seek western investors
Britain's decision to return Hong Kong to China
17
What factor did NOT lead to the success of the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia?
food shortages and famine
excessive loss of lives during WWI
the Tsar's refusal to allow democratic reform
failure of the Third Estate to write a constitution
18
The split between Sunni and Shiite Muslims began with a disagreement about
the role of women in Islam
designating Mecca as a holy city
Whether or not Muhammad was a god
choosing Muhammad's successor
19
Which leader was assassinated on 15th of March, 44 B.C.?
Augustus Caesar
Marc Antony
Marcus Aurelius
Julius Caesar
20
Why did Henry VIII establish the Church of England during the English Reformation?
The Queen was arrested and beheaded.
The Pope fined the King for immoral behavior.
Luther convinced the King that the Church was corrupt
The Pope refused to grant a divorce to the King.
21
The tide of WW2 in the Russian theater turned in favor of the Russians when
Hitler refused to send supplies to Germans near Moscow
Germans mutinied & abandoned the siege of Leningrad
Germans were beaten by Russians in Poland
Germans were surrounded & captured at battle of Stalingrad
22
Which of the following was NOT a provision of the Treaty of Versailles?
Germany was to pay reparations to the the Allies
The League of Nations was established
Germany accepted sole responsibility for starting WWI
Russia was required to pay the cost of damage done to Allies
23
How did the Industrial Revolution encourage Imperialism?
It made westerners feel obligated to improve human species.
It created a need for land.
It created a need for raw materials and new markets.
It made Europeans feel sorry for their "little brothers."
24
What is a common factor that contributed to the downfall of both the Inca and the Aztecs?
Mysterious disappearance with no historical record
British invasions exposed them to disease and better weapons
Peaceful ways, left them unprepared for invading forces
Spanish invasions, exposed to diseases and better weapons
25
What was a major effect of the Crusades on Europe?
Europeans maintained a lasting control over Middle East
Islamic influence dominated Europe
all are correct
Trade between Europe and Middle East was expanded
26
The creation of Israel in 1948 led to an ongoing conflict between the Jewish people and the
Palestinians
Ottoman Turks
Balkan Serbs
Russian Bolsheviks
27
How did the Scientific Revolution change thinking about the physical universe?
Scientists used observation and experimentation
Scientists now used common sense to guide their theories.
Scientists relied on religious teachings to prove theories.
Scientists now based theories on writings of Ancient Greeks.
28
Which of the following was NOT discussed at war time conferences such as Yalta or Potsdam?
division and governing of Germany
establishment of the United Nations
the use of the atomic bomb on Japan
future government of Poland
29
The purpose of the Marshall Plan was to
avoid mistakes the Versailles Treaty made
discourage communism in western Europe
all are correct
help rebuild war-torn Europe with lots of money
30
Which event was NOT a factor that set off widespread revolts in Latin America in early 1800s?
uprisings in the Balkans
Napoleon's invasion of Spain
the French Revolution
the American Revolution
31
Fascism in Europe during the 1920s and 1930s is best described as a
form of totalitarianism; glorified state above individuals
set of humanist ideas that emphasized worth of individuals
demonstration of laissez-faire capitalism
type of economic system that stressed a classless society
32
Hammurabi's Code was an important legal achievement because it
ended capital punishment
treated men and women as equals
was the first major collection of laws
rejected the principle of "an eye for an eye"
33
Which of the following was not a new military technology used for the first time in WWI?
poisonous gas
machine guns
atomic bomb
airplanes
34
Mohandas Gandhi is best known for his
opposition to Hindus holding political office
desire to establish an Islamic nation
encouragement of violence to end British rule
use of passive resistance to achieve Indian independence
35
The Jesuits are associated with
all are correct
sending out missionaries to Asia, Africa, & the Americas
setting up schools to teach Humanist & Catholic beliefs
attempts to spread the Catholic faith
36
Which of the following conditions during the Industrial Revolution supported Karl Marx's ideas?
People left the countryside and moved to the cities.
More material goods were available and they were affordable
There were few wealthy businessmen while majority were poor.
People were no longer threatened by famine.
37
The Code of Justinian later served as the basis for most
African trade agreements
Chinese government principles
European legal systems
Indian religious ceremonies
38
Which of the following best reflects Machiavelli's philosophies?
free elections are best way to select rulers
rulers should do whatever necessary to maintain power
rulers should respect rights and freedoms of its subjects
monarchs should only be allowed to rule for 20 years
39
Feudal relationships defined land ownership and protection agreements between
kings and queens
lords and vassals
merchants and serfs
serfs and peasants
40
What was the "spark" that ignited the start of World War I?
assassination of Archduke Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary
Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor
Napoleon's defeat at Battle of Waterloo
U.S. interception of Zimmerman telegram
41
Who invented the printing press?
Johannes Gutenberg
Thomas Edison
Sebastian Bach
Isaac Newton
42
How did the Opium War affect how the Chinese interacted with the West?
They expanded Shintoism and Buddhism to the West.
Forced China to open up trade to the West.
Expanded Protestant Christianity to China
forced China to close off trade to the West
43
What is the vast global exchange between the Old World and the New World called?
the Food Network
mercantilism
globalization
the Columbian Exchange
44
The most lasting achievement of Alexander the Great was the
Macedonian dynasty
unity of his empire
library in Alexandria, Egypt
spread of Greek culture
45
The destruction of the Berlin Wall in 1989 represented the
fall of the Weimar Republic
declining power of NATO
end of the Soviet domination of Eastern Europe
collapse of the European Union
46
Which of the following was a significant result of the French Revolution of 1789?
The Roman Catholic Church increased its power & wealth.
The revolution had little impact outside of France.
The French middle class gained more power.
It achieved its goal of establishing peace & justice for all
47
Which of the following is NOT an example of detente?
Cuban Missile Crisis
tensions between US and USSR decreased
SALT I and II
Nixon visited Communist China and the USSR
48
Which of the following was a contribution of both ancient Greece and the Roman Republic?
scientific method of inquiry
systems of agricultural irrigation
modernization of roadways
government based on democratic ideals
49
The major conflict between Palestinians and Jews in Palestine have centered around
the claim by both groups that is was their homeland
disagreements over borders
the role of the British in Palestine
differences in religion
50
Which statement best characterizes the period of apartheid in SouthAfrica?
the Boers attempted to conquer Nigeria
racist ideas of ruling minority were adopted into laws
the majority of thepopulation had the right to vote
French was declared the official language of the nation

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