What condition made direct democracy possible in ancient Athens?

the small size of the community

During the mid 600s BC, Greek city states turned to tyrant rule. Which statement is NOT correct

Tyrants frequently made dynasties until being overthrown

How did Octavian become Rome's first emperor, Caesar Augustus?

He defeated his rivals in battle

India experienced a "golden age" under the Gupta Empire. Which statement BEST exemplifies that?

they achieved great artistic and scientific advancements.

What is shown in this scene?

Roman senators attempting to save the Roman Republic

What is a polytheistic religion?

a religion that teaches belief in many gods

Which was NOT one of the purposes of ancient Greek mythology?

to provide an organized religion to unite the Greeks

Roman citizens kept themselves entertained by:

attending gladiatorial events in the Colosseum

Which answer choice correctly describes the Hellenistic period?

Greek culture dominated Europe and Southwest Asia

How were senators chosen in the Roman Republic?

they were appointed by consuls or censors

Why did the Qin dynasty build fortifications that became the Great Wall of China?

to protect against invaders from the north

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1
Who is credited for ushering in the Hellenistic Period?
Xerxes of Persia
Alexander the Great
Phillip II of Macedon
Darius the Great
2
Influence of which ancient culture had a lasting impact on Western educational philosophies?
ancient Greek culture
Eastern Orthodox culture
Han Chinese culture
early Islamic culture
3
What condition made direct democracy possible in ancient Athens?
the power of temple priests
the wealth of the community
the power of the military
the small size of the community
4
Ancient trade route helped merchants export cloth, porcelain, salt, and other goods from China.
the Silk Road
the Via Maris
the Amber Road
the Spice Route
5
During the mid 600s BC, Greek city states turned to tyrant rule. Which statement is NOT correct
Tyrants were supported by middle class looking for change.
Wealthy and aristocratic citizens lost power to them
Tyrants were military leaders promising more citizen rights
Tyrants frequently made dynasties until being overthrown
6
Dynasty when the Mandate of Heaven become an important factor in Chinese government/society?
Han
Tang
Qin
Zhou
7
How did Octavian become Rome's first emperor, Caesar Augustus?
He was elected by the people
He married Cleopatra of Egypt
He was crowned by Julius Caesar
He defeated his rivals in battle
8
Set of laws in ancient Rome
the Code of Justinian
the Magna Carta
the Code of Hammurabi
the Twelve Tables
9
Who is the twin shown in the picture, that founded Rome?
Romulus
Numitor
Aeneas
Remus
10
India experienced a "golden age" under the Gupta Empire. Which statement BEST exemplifies that?
huge gold rush led to the creation of many boom towns
India adopted democratic reforms demanded by the people
the country expanded westward and defeated the Roman Empire
they achieved great artistic and scientific advancements.
11
What is shown in this scene?
Roman senators hastening the decline of the Roman Empire
Roman senators attempting to save the Roman Republic
Roman senators attempting to overthrow the Roman Republic
Roman senators attacking the emperor of the Roman Empire.
12
Why did the ancient Greeks hold the Olympic games?
to honor the god Zeus
to celebrate the leaders of Greece
to honor the goddess Athena
to celebrate the victory over the Perisans
13
Which ancient Greek politician introduced the concept of "equality under the law"?
Pericles
Socrates
Aristotle
Hippocrates
14
What is considered the MOST NEGATIVE aspect of exchange along the Silk Road trade route
horses
religion
disease
silk and spices
15
What is a polytheistic religion?
a religion that teaches belief in many gods
religion that teaches belief in only one god
religion that teaches belief in predestination
religion that teaches belief in life after death
16
Greece played a role in laying the foundations for all of the following EXCEPT:
the Age of Exploration
the Scientific Revolution
the Renaissance
The Crusades
17
A major technological advancement of ancient Rome that proved to be of great significance was:
arch
all are correct choices
road system
aqueduct
18
What was one way the ancient Greeks tried to win the favor of the gods?
they constructed huge temples
they conquered neighboring civilizations
they studied philosophy
they treated all people equally well
19
Which was NOT one of the purposes of ancient Greek mythology?
To provide examples of heorism and morality to aspire to
to provide an organized religion to unite the Greeks
to explain the causes of natural phenomena
to explain the origins of Greek heroes and city-states
20
Roman citizens kept themselves entertained by:
taking long walks on the beach
playing PS4 or Xbox One
attending gladiatorial events in the Colosseum
knitting
21
Feature of ancient Greek and Roman governments that we adopted to use for modern governments.
concentration of government power
separation of church and state
representative democracy
civilian control of the military
22
Which answer choice correctly describes the Hellenistic period?
The Delian League reached the height of its power.
The Roman Empire reached its greatest height
Greek culture dominated Europe and Southwest Asia
The Catholic church controlled the lives of most Europeans
23
How were senators chosen in the Roman Republic?
they were appointed by the emperor
hey were elected by male Roman citizens
they were appointed by consuls or censors
they were elected by all Roman citizens
24
Why did the Qin dynasty build fortifications that became the Great Wall of China?
to serve as a memorial for fallen soldiers
to protect against invaders from the north
to provide employment for the peasantry
to separate warring kingdoms within China
25
Greek philosopher whose method of teaching made students question logic and authority
Herodotus
Dante
Plato
Socrates
26
What was the 200 year period of stability in Rome, beginning with the reign of Caesar Augustus?
the Pax Romana
The Hellenistic Period
The Christian Ascendancy
The Julian Era
27
Who were usually the highest ranking elected officials in the Roman Republic?
the king
the consuls
the senators
the emperor

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