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1
As Islam spread from the seventh to the twelfth centuries, Muslim culture tended to—
prohibit traditions of local cultures.
blend elements of local cultures.
persecute mathematical scholars.
discourage international trade.
2
All of the following were accomplishments of the T’ang Dynasty
EXCEPT _______ .
evolution of various sects of Buddhism
reestablishment of a strong government
expansion of the Chinese empire
construction of the Great Wall
3
The ________________used ______________ to carry trade goods along the Sahara Desert.
Chinese / camels
Berbers / camels
Egyptians / chariots
Berbers / elephants
4
Which of the following led to a major schism within Islam?
lack of a common language in the Muslim Empire
disillusionment over the Crusades
tension with other religious groups in Spain
disagreement over the rightful caliph
5
Ghana had a lot of _____, which they traded with Muslim merchants for textiles, horses, &_____.
silk / spices
gold / tea
salt / gold
gold / salt
6
Which of the following is probably
TRUE
about first interactions between Muslims and Hindus?
They were difficult because of differing views of Allah.
They begun with the invasion of India in the 700 C.E. era.
They were peaceful with traders exchanging goods and ideas
They were friendly because the 2 religions are very similar.
7
Algebra, the astrolabe, & translations of Plato & Aristotle are all contributions of whom?
Scientific Discoveries of the Aztecs
Contributions of Early Muslim Scholars
Achievements of Renaissance Humanists
Academic Work of Medieval Monastics
8
The interaction between Muslim merchants & African traders & Islam's spread is an example of
Silk Roads trading
Islamic wars
Hijrah
cultural diffusion
9
What other trade became a major part of the gold-salt trade in Africa?
dates
horses
slaves
silk
10
Why did trade flourish across Asia under the Mongol Empire?
Peaceful relations among Mongol rulers encourage safe travel
Political alliances with Europeans blocked competition.
Economic sanctions on African goods created monopolies.
Religious conversion of Indian merchants created friends.
11
Which of the following is considered one of Genghis Khan’s greatest achievements?
He united the nomadic tribes of NE Asia 2 form a vast empire
He enabled Muslims to gain control of valuable trade routes.
He popularized the warrior culture of the Japanese samurai
He encouraged the expansion of Buddhism across Asia & Europe
12
What was the most important way that Silk Road trade was similar to the African gold-salt trade
It included slaves as products for trade.
It was a continuation of ancient trade routes.
It transmitted knowledge, culture, and ideas.
It was conducted mainly by Asians and Africans.
13
Which trade route facilitated the spread Buddhism throughout India and China?
Burma Road
Royal Road
Amber Road
Silk Road
14
What was a major effect of the gold-salt trade in Africa?
Diseases were spread from North Africa southward.
Slavery became unpopular in Northern Africa.
Exotic products from the East made salt very valuable.
Islam was spread by the Berbers from North Africa.
15
What strategy did the Mongols primarily use to conquer cities?
economic power
fear tactics
anger brigades
religious zeal
16
The magnetic compass & paper money of the Tang & Song dynasties influenced Chinese society by-
improving government efficiency
limiting foreign invaders
increasing crop yields
making trade easier
17
The Tang dynasty is referred to as China's Golden Age primarily because of its developments in-
art
democracy
religion
science
18
In the ninth century the city of Cordoba in Spain was significant because—
people of many faiths coexisted there peacefully.
feuds over political power led to widespread destruction.
the Black Death wiped out the population.
the Crusades began there.
19
The Arabic slave trade came before the Atlantic slave trade, but was-
on a much smaller scale
ok because the slaves were Christian prisoners
on a much larger scale
ok because the slaves were Muslim prisoners
20
Who was the first group to export enslaved people from Africa?
Spanish conquistadors
Portuguese explorers
Mongol invaders
Arabic traders
21
Learning increased during the Song Dynasty largely because of what?
Philosophy
social interaction
printing techniques
Neo-Confucianism
22
Who were the "people of the book" according to Muhammad?
Christians & Jews
Jews & Hindus
Jews & Buddhists
Hindus & Christians
23
After the fall of the T’ang Dynasty, what happened to China?
The Buddhist period, when it became the only religion.
a period of technological advancements like Western Europe.
a long period of stability characterized by great artworks.
China fragments and the period of Five Dynasties ensued.
24
The Song Dynasty was the first gov't in history to accomplish all of the following
EXCEPT
begin civil service examinations
establish a permanent standing navy
issue banknotes or paper money
determine true north on a compass
25
Which is an effect of cultural diffusion along African gold-salt trade routes?
the introduction of Islam
the discovery of Atlantic monsoons
the spread of gunpowder
the invention of the printing press