What was one effect of Alexander the Great’s conquests?

expansion of Hellenistic culture

What was one cause of the Protestant Reformation?

corruption among high officials of the Catholic Church

Which situation was a result of Pax Mongolia?

Trade increased between Europe and Asia.

In Europe, a major characteristic of humanism was

an appreciation for the basic work of individual achievement

A major contribution of the Byzantine Empire was the

preservation of Greek science and Roman culture

Believers of Hinduism are expected to

fulfill their dharma for a favorable reincarnation

Constantinople became the center of the Byzantine Empire because

its location made it the crossroads of Europe and Asia

Which statement about the geography of Japan is most accurate?

The irregular coastline has many natural harbors.

What was one of the most important contributions of the Greek city-state of Athens?

development of direct democracy

Traditional animistic beliefs in Africa, Asia, and Latin America are based on

an appreciation of the forces of nature

One result of the Neolithic Revolution was

the establishment of villages and the rise of governments

A major characteristic of European art during the Renaissance was the

lifelike portrayal of people and their environment

Martin Luther’s Ninety-five Theses were a call for

reforms within the Roman Catholic Church

Which is generally characteristic of a culture that is isolated from other cultures?

Changes in lifestyles occur slowly.

In the Middle East during Neolithic times, the development of farming brought about

the establishment of permanent settlements

Which was a major characteristic of democracy in ancient Athens?

All adult male citizens were eligible to vote.

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1
What was one effect of Alexander the Great’s conquests?
decreased importance of the Silk Roads
increased support of the Mayan leaders
expansion of Hellenistic culture
formation of the Christian church
2
What was one cause of the Protestant Reformation?
passage of the Act of Supremacy in England
revolt by the Moors in Spain
corruption among high officials of the Catholic Church
call for the Council of Trent by Pope Paul III
3
Feudal societies are generally characterized by
many economic opportunities
an emphasis on social order
the protection of political rights
a representative government
4
The terms Four Noble Truths, Eightfold Path, and nirvana are most closely associated with
Buddhism
Judaism
Shintoism
Islam
5
Which situation was a result of Pax Mongolia?
Trade increased between Europe and Asia.
Warfare between Japan and Vietnam escalated.
Europeans conquered the Aztecs and Incas
China became isolated from its neighbors.
6
The spread of Buddhist ideas and customs to China and Southeast Asia was the result of
the civil service system
economic dependence
cultural diffusion
the Mandate of Heaven
7
In Europe, a major characteristic of humanism was
a rejection of ancient civilizations and their cultures
an appreciation for the basic work of individual achievement
belief in supremacy of the state over individual rights
emphasis on social control and obedience to national leaders
8
A major contribution of the Byzantine Empire was the
preservation of Greek science and Roman culture
invention of the wheel and gunpowder
participation of citizens in government
diffusion of Hindu beliefs
9
During the early Middle Ages, western European societies were most influenced by
the Roman Catholic Church
the Byzantine emperor
national monarchies
elected parliaments
10
Believers of Hinduism are expected to
follow the Eightfold Path to achieve enlightenment
complete a pilgrimage to Mecca
obey the Ten Commandments
fulfill their dharma for a favorable reincarnation
11
The term "subsistence farmers" refers to people who grow
just enough food to meet the needs of the immediate family
food to sell in village markets
enough food to feed an entire village
a single cash crop
12
Constantinople became the center of the Byzantine Empire because
it was geographically isolated from surrounding empires
it was a religious center for Muslims
its location made it the crossroads of Europe and Asia
the pope had made it the capital of the Christian world
13
Which statement about the geography of Japan is most accurate?
Large plains are its primary physical feature.
Earthquakes do not threaten the islands.
Location has made it easy to invade.
The irregular coastline has many natural harbors.
14
The ancient Chinese and Egyptian civilizations were similar in that they
developed in river valleys
had little impact on later societies
had democratic forms of government
shared a universal language
15
Development of banking, insurance companies, and stocks were essential to the system of
capitalism
feudalism
barter
tributaries
16
The development of the concept of zero and the use of a decimal system are achievements of the
Roman Republic
Gupta Empire
Kingdom of Songhai
Inca Empire
17
What was one of the most important contributions of the Greek city-state of Athens?
creation of a writing system using hieroglyphics
diffusion of a monotheistic belief system
development of direct democracy
promotion of the equality of all humans
18
Which river system is found in Mesopotamia?
Ganges and Brahmaputra rivers
Tigris and Euphrates rivers
Yellow River
Nile River
19
Showing respect for parents and maintaining family honor are most closely related to
nirvana
animism
filial piety
hajj
20
Traditional animistic beliefs in Africa, Asia, and Latin America are based on
a willingness to accept ChristianityListen
an appreciation of the forces of nature
a written tradition
a desire for wealth
21
One result of the Neolithic Revolution was
a decrease in trade between cultural groups
the establishment of villages and the rise of governments
a reliance on hunting and gathering for food
an increase in the number of nomadic tribes
22
A major characteristic of European art during the Renaissance was the
lifelike portrayal of people and their environment
introduction of Gothic architecture
use of abstract designs
reproduction of prehistoric buildings
23
During the feudal period in Europe, power and position in society were based on the
level of education achieved
amount of land possessed
number of slaves owned
amount of money earned
24
Martin Luther’s Ninety-five Theses were a call for
reforms within the Roman Catholic Church
greater Papal authority
religious revolt against the German princes
crusades to spread Christianity
25
The ancient Romans’ most significant contribution to Europe has been in the area of
poetry
law
drama
economics
26
Which is generally characteristic of a culture that is isolated from other cultures?
There is a large foreign-born population
There are few distinctions based upon social class.
Changes in lifestyles occur slowly.
A wide variety of lifestyles exists.
27
In the Middle East during Neolithic times, the development of farming brought about
a return to a nomadic lifestyle
increased dependence on the exportation of oil
the rise of hunting as an important occupation
the establishment of permanent settlements
28
Which was a major characteristic of democracy in ancient Athens?
Women were allowed to vote in major elections.
All residents were given voting rights.
All adult male citizens were eligible to vote.
Slaves were permitted to vote in major elections.Listen
29
An economist who focused on ancient societies would most likely study the
role of religion in river valley civilizations
effect of fire on the lives of the people
development of trade
evolution of family patterns
30
In W. Europe, a long-term effect of the invention of Gutenberg’s printing press was that the
monarchies were restored to absolute power
development of new ideas was discouraged
literacy rate increased
feudal system declined

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