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Study for 6th Grade Final exam
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1
How did exploration and conquest in the middle ages affectrelations between ancient societies?
trade routes and communication opened between societies.
They caused empires to close access b/n their societies.
outbreaks of violence that closed all trade routes.
They caused long-lasting peace with the help of religion.
2
What was the role of the vassal in the feudal system society?
selling the fief for the lord and keeping part of the money
working in the kitchen of the lord's house
entertaining the lord and his guests
managing the fief and pledging loyalty to the lord
3
The Nile River was home to what two ancient civilizations?
ancient Egypt and ancient Nubia
ancient Phoenicia and Mesopotamia
ancient Greece and ancient Rome
ancient Egypt and ancient Phoenicia
4
The oldest known writing system was developed in Mesopotamia by the Sumerians and called
cuneiform
hieroglyphics
sumerian
punctuation
5
How did people in the mountains in South America farm?
grew crops in the valleys
used large animals to plow
moved to a new area every season
terrace farming
6
People who were hunter gatherers were nomads. What might have caused this to be the case?
They moved to follow the animals they hunted.
Invading tribes often forced them to move.
Ice ages made them find warmer climates.
Agriculture forced them to find more fertile soil.
7
How does this hymn reflect the values and beliefs of the ancient civilizations?
It demonstrates a respect for the forces of nature
It reveals that people were peaceful.
It shows that all plant and animal life was sacred.
It promotes the belief in life beyond death.
8
According to the excerpt, what caused Coronado to conquer this city?
He wanted to convert explorers in the area to Christianity.
He was seeking trade with the native people.
He wanted to Christianize the native population
He was searching for diamonds in the area
9
Whichstatement correctly compares the ancient and modern games?
The Olympics are still a competition, now women are allowed
Olympics only allow men, but now more people are allowed
The Olympics are held in Greece, but no longer religious
The Olympics still honor Zeus, but now winners get medals.
10
Which was a long-term effect of ancient trade routes?
use of silk throughout ancient and modern societies
colonization of weaker nations along the trade routes
the spread of unifying systems of government
the spread of religions throughout the trade routes
11
How was being a citizen of Sparta different from being a citizen of Athens?
Spartans showed off the wealth of Greece through feasts
Spartans were expected to honor the city through art
Spartans were expected to protect the city through military
Spartans were expected to be educated to be in government
12
Based on this quote, how were the legal rights of freemen changed?
Freemen could live w/out government interference.
Freemen gained the right to trial by a jury of citizens.
The king was granted the power to exclude freemen from laws
The king acquired the power to imprison freemen at his will.
13
Which of the following describes the government of Ancient Athens?
An emperor told everyone what to do.
Citizens voted on political issues.
Wealthy men made all the laws.
The king could only serve for two years.
14
According to the picture, how did societies change the environment tobring water into cities?
abacus
aqueducts
columns
sundial
15
Moses is important in the history of the Israelites because
he was the second king of Israel.
he was the father of the Israelites.
he was an important military leader.
he led the ancient Hebrews out of Egypt.
16
Which statement shows how trade routes influenced ancient societies?
travel became safe and easy
silk became commonly used in clothing
people shared cultural values and beliefs
trade by water became unnecessary
17
Which statement best describes what is shown on the map?
The Yuan Dynasty expanded eastward during its reign.
The Tang Dynasty focused on expanding into desert
Tang Dynasty′s territory matched the Yuan Dynasty.
Yuan Dynasty more than doubled the size of the Tang Dynasty
18
How did being in a low caste in India affect people's lives?
It provided a better education.
It limited job opportunities.
It gave them more free time.
It helped them start businesses.
19
What was one goal of the Crusades?
to build a church in every country
to attack the Mongols in China
to protect the Jewish people
to gain control of the Holy Land
20
Which of the following
best
completes the above diagram?
Hinduism
Judaism
Christianity
Islam
21
What did humans in the Paleolithic Era use to make their tools?
silver
bronze
stone
gold
22
What practice later replaced hunting and gathering for finding food?
owning stores
building fires
raising families
growing crops
23
By which river did the early Chinese civilization emerge?
Seine River
Yellow River
Tigris River
Volga River
24
Mansa Musa ruled the Mali Empire from 1312–1337. What was one effect of his rule?
Democracy was started in his kingdom.
The poor became more powerful.
The Islamic religion spread in the religion.
The empire moved to South Africa.
25
Based on the facts above, how were the beliefs of these societies similar?
rulers were buried in pyramids
ancient people believed in preparing for life after death
ancient people did not appreciate the arts
rulers or ancient societies seem humble in death
26
Which type of social structure divided its citizens this way?
caste system
feudalism
socialism
matrilinealism
27
How were the oldest civilizations in Central and South America similar?
They were large but not organized
They established extensive trade w/ Pacific Rim nations
They were strongly influenced by Asia and Africa
They were the first to create advanced societies in the area
28
Which of the statementsdescribes the government structure of an absolute monarchy?
The ruler has complete power over the citizens.
The citizens have an equal say in their government.
The citizens elect representatives to run the government.
The ruler has control of the gov, but citizens have rights
29
Which of these is the form of pictorial writing used by ancient Egyptians?
hieroglyphics
punctuation
cuneiform
painting
30
How did Egyptian myths reflect their values and beliefs about civilizations?
They told about great pharaohs
They told about Egyptian military battles
They told about the gods and goddess they worshiped
they told us about past leaders of Egypt
31
How did early Christianity spread around the world?
Christian sea captains sold fares to other Christians.
European monarchs practiced the religion when they traveled
Bibles were published in all languages.
Missionaries followed conquerors and colonists.
32
The split between the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church was known as
the Hundred Years War.
the Great Schism.
the Counter Reformation.
the Great Depression.
33
The list above relates to which religion?
Judaism
Buddhism
Christianity
Islam
34
Which is the likely purpose of this ancient proverb?
to discourage people from fighting in wars
to encourage people to obey government laws
to discourage people from defending their land
to encourage people to tend their fields
35
A legion is a military unit that was once utilized by
Egypt
Phoenicians
Ancient Greece
Roman Republic
36
The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt had which of the following in common?
They shared the same language.
They both developed along a river.
They used the same writing system.
They worshiped a single god.
37
Why did trade networks like the Silk Road develop?
certain resources were not available in all areas
the trails were used for communication between groups
travelers enjoyed exploring new areas while getting spices
people wanted to take control of land and keep it
38
How did technology change communication in the late thirteenth century?
It helped all citizens learn to read.
It helped people to improve the living conditions
It enabled people to get info about other places and ideas
It allowed people to quickly contact others in the world.
39
Confucianism and Taoism originated in which country?
China
Vietnam
Japan
India
40
Which statement explains the list above?
went from rule by nobility to being ruled by citizens
went from being governed by citizens to being ruled by kings
went from rule by rich merchants to rule by nobility
went from rule by army leaders to rule by the upper class
41
Why did people need to use irrigation techniques?
to decrease the umber of animals on the land
to decrease overcrowding of crops
to increase space for people to live
to increase farmland for growing crops
42
For early cultures, the resources on this list were all necessary for
migrating to North America.
hunting and gathering food.
developing agriculture.
domesticating animals.
43
There were many advancements during the Exploration. Which led to thesettlement of Americas?
better farming technology
better sailing technology
better printing technology
better military technology
44
Which of these mythologies is described in the box above?
Nubian
Greek
Roman
Egyptian
45
Why did some ancient civilizations write and publish laws?
to ensure that all politicians received a printed version
to record laws so historians can study them
to ensure the citizens can read and understand the laws
to allow patricians and plebeians to vote on all laws
46
Which statement explains changein government from absolute monarchy toconstitutional monarchy?
Kings and queens wished to maintain authority and control.
Citizens wanted a stronger voice in their government.
The divine right of kings to rule was reinforced.
The power of feudal lords was affirmed.
47
The legacy of ancient Greek epics, like the Odyssey, continues to provide people with
real stories of everyday life.
detailed, accurate historical events.
heroic figures and great adventures.
nonfiction depictions of ancient civilizations.
48
How did the economic factors listed affect the ancient empires?
Armies were sent to other lands to increase wealth.
Empires weakened and were eventually destroyed.
Armies searched other empires for new leaders to govern.
Empires forced wealthy citizens to forfeit money in taxes.
49
What led to the decline of the Mali Empire?
The Songhai Empire conquered their land.
The region suffered a terrible earthquake.
The European explorers brought disease.
The people left to live in the Sahara Desert.
50
What contributed most to the spread of Islam into Africa?
slavery
politics
trade
railroads
51
Which of these people is described in the box above?
Julius Caesar
Marco Polo
Charlemagne
Martin Luther
52
What was the basic structure of government for the Ancient Egyptians?
A group of representatives was elected by the citizens.
A group of rich men controlled the empire's government.
Local governors made new laws for their cities.
Pharaohs made decisions with the help of advisers.
