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1
ideals developed in the Athens of Pericles and in Republican Rome influenced the development of
a communist government in China
a parliament in Britain
military juntas in Latin America
a theocracy in Iran
2
The Code of Hammurabi was a major contribution to the development of civilization because it
rejected the principle of filial piety
ended all physical punishment
treated citizens and slaves equally2
recorded existing laws for all to see
3
One reason for the growth and success of 9th C cities LIKE Baghdad and Ch'ang-an (Xian) was
were located on major trade routes
Tolerated religious diversity
traded only with people from their immediate region
were part of the Roman Empire
4
Which statement about the geography of Africa is most accurate?
The variety has served to promote cultural diversity
Much of the land in Africa is below sea level.
Africa has an irregular coastline with few natural harbors.
Much of the land in Africa is tundra and forest.
5
-Kushites adapted Egyptian Art - Arabs used Indian concept of zero.
These are examples of
ethnocentrism
filial piety
cultural diffusion
scientific research
6
Which statement about the Golden Age of Islam is a fact rather than an opinion?
Muslims were the best early mathematicians
Islamic society preserved Greek and Roman culture
Muslim artists had more talent than European artists
Islamic art was more abstract than Greek art
7
Which belief is most closely associated with the philosophy of Confucianism?
filial piety
reincarnation
nirvana
prayer
8
Which empire is most closely associated with split in Christianity?
Byzantine
Persian
Mughal
British
9
One way writers of the Renaissance were influenced by writers of Greece was Renaissance writers
produced few new scientific ideas
produced few new scientific ideas
stressed the power of human reason
showed little interest in secular affairs
10
Which statement describes how geography affected the growth of the ancient civilizations?
Access to the Atlantic Ocean provided trade routes
Large deserts provided many mineral deposits.
River valleys provided rich soil to grow plentiful crops.
Large savanna areas provided protection from invaders.
11
What is a major contribution of the Byzantine Empire to global history?
invention of writing
construction of the pyramids
preservation of Greek and Roman culture
expansion of equal rights
12
One way in which the Han dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar is that both
created democraticy in which people elected their officials
governed large areas around the Mediterranean Sea
developed a social system in which great equality existed
promoted unity and communication by building roads
13
Which belief or practice is connected to the caste system.
reincarnation
monotheism
fasting and prayer
rigid class structure
14
A major effect of the decline of the Roman Empire was that western Europe
entered a period of chaos and disorder
returned to a republic form of government
came under the control of the Muslims
was absorbed by the Byzantine Empire
15
Who introduced the Cyrillic alphabet, Orthodox Christianity, and domed architecture to Russia?
Byzantines
Muslims
Vikings
Mongols
16
One reason many historians study geography is to
show connections between people and places
explore the value systems of early people
tell when events took place
help predict changes in government
17
Which factor led to the development of civilizations in ancient Mesopotamia?
political harmony
favorable geography
universal education
religious differences
18
The main purpose of a time line is to show the
location of important places
causes and effects of wars
benefits of modern civilizations
chronological relationship between events
19
How did geography affect both Napoleon's invasion and Hitler's invasion of Russia?
The climate created obstacles to success
Warm-water ports prevented the flow of supplies.
Deserts made invasion possible
The tundra enabled the movements of troops.
20
Which factor most influenced a person’s social position in early Indian societies?
individual achievement
geographic location
education
Birth
21
The Pillars of Emperor Asoka and the Code of Hammurabi are most similar to the
ziggurats of Sumeria
Great Sphinx of the Egyptians
map projections of Mercator
Twelve Tables of the Romans
22
A major contribution of the Roman Empire to Western society was the development of
gunpowder
4. an effective legal system
the principles of revolutionary socialism
monotheism
23
One similarity in the rule of Julius Caesar, Genghis Khan, and Catherine the Great is that each
encouraged the spread of independence movements
required the use of Latin throughout the empire
engaged in territorial expansion
introduced the use of gunpowder in warfare
24
The exchange of silk and spices and the spread of Buddhism along the Silk Roads are examples of
desertification
self-sufficiency
ethnocentrism
cultural diffusion
25
One way in which the 8-fold Path and the 5 Pillars of Faith are similar is that they
stress the spiritual being in all natural objects
suggest a deep respect for nature and reincarnation
represent codes of behavior
restrict social mobility
26
An impact of geography on the history of the Korean peninsula?
Location has led to invasion and occupation by other nations
Large deserts have led to isolation
Lack of resources prevented development of manufacturing.
Lack of rivers has limited food production
27
In western Europe, the Middle Ages began after the collapse of which empire?
Mughal
Ottoman
Byzantine
Roman
28
One way the 5 Relationships, the 10 Commandments, the 8-fold Path are similar is that they
provide codes of behavior
1. promote polytheism
establish gender equality
describe secularism
29
Which geographic feature had the greatest influence on ancient civilizations?
mountain passes
smooth coastlines
river valleys
dense forests
30
citizens in Athens had right to attend Assembly and cast votes. This situation is an example of
parliamentary democracy
absolutism
direct democracy
totalitarianism3
31
One similarity between the Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire is that both
developed parliamentary governments
reached their height of power at the same time
declined because of corruption in government
ensured equality for women
32
Which historical events are in the correct chronological order?
Neolithic Revolution ->Roman Empire ->Crusades ->Renaissance
Renaissance ->Neolithic Revolution ->Crusades ->Roman Empire
Crusades >Renaissance >Neolithic Revolution>Roman Empire
Roman Empire ->Neolithic Revolution ->Crusades ->Renaissance
33
Which social scientist specializes in the scarcity of resources and availability of goods?
sociologist
economist
archaeologist
anthropologis
34
Which social scientist primarily studies how people change
resources into goods and services?
psychologist
economist
sociologist
archaeologist
35
What is the main reason the Neolithic Revolution is considered turning point in world history?
Stone tools and weapons were first developed.
Spoken language was used to improve communication.
Fire was used as a source of energy for the first time.
Farming and domestication of animals led to settledment.
36
In Japan, the martial arts, the tea ceremony, and flower arranging reflects the influences of
imperialism and militarism
Buddhism and Shintoism
capitalism and shintoism
mercantilism and animism
37
Hunting and gathering, subsistence agriculture, and the barter system are characteristics of a
mixed economy
command economy
market economy
traditional economy
38
Why did the ancient city-states of Athens and Sparta develop different political systems?
mountainous topography resulted in isolation of city-states
The Byzantine Empire dictated government policies.
Foreign travelers introduced new philosophies.
For over 3 centuries, civil wars raged in these city-states.
39
How did the introduction of agriculture affect early peoples?
Societies became nomadic.
Birthrates decreased rapidly.
Civilizations developed.
Food production declined.
40
Confucianism had a strong impact on the development of China mainly because this philosophy
provided a basis for social order
established a basic structure for military rule
stressed the importance of the individual
contained the framework for a communist government
41
Which factor explain scientific and literary achievements of the Muslims in their Golden Age?
innovations introduced in Renaissance
expansion of trans-Atlantic trade
legal equality of all people in the Islamic empire
cultural diversity accepted by many Islamic governments
42
Which document is an example of a primary source?
novel on the Age of Exploration
the diary of a WW I soldier
an encyclopedia article on religions of the Middle East
a textbook on Russian history
43
Which concept illustrated in Africa's traditional musical instruments made of gourds and shells
effect of artistic expression on religion
development of traditional government
role of education in the ancient world
impact of geography on cultural development
44
Hieroglyphic and cuneiform systems provided the basis for the development of
painting and sculpture
subsistence farming
oral traditions
recorded history
45
Which feature would most often be shown on a political map?
capital cities
levation
type of climate
topography
46
In China, Confucianism emphasized the idea that
harmony could be achieved by the proper behavior
equality should exist between all members of society2
individual goals should be placed ahead of the group
salvation could be attained by meditation and good deeds
47
Alexander the Great’s conquests of Greece, Asia Minor, Egypt and Persia led to the
spread of Hellenic culture
establishment of representative democracy
adoption of a feudal system3
spread of Islamic culture throughout Europe
48
On which continent did humans first appear?
Asia
Europe
Africa
North America
49
Early people who moved frequently as they searched for food they needed for survival are called
village dwellers3
subsistence farmers
hunters and gatherers .
guild members
50
Archaeological studies of the Indus Valley cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro show evidence of
monotheism
social equality
urban planning
dynastic rule
51
Han dynasty and Roman Empire were similar in that both grew wealthy because they
developed extensive trade networks
created classless societies
established free-market economies
encouraged democratic ideals
52
The golden ages of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires can be attributed in part to
distinct social classes
command economies
cultural isolation
stable governments
53
One reason early civilizations developed in China, Egypt, and Mesopotamia is because
vast mineral deposits existed for manufacturing
rivers contributed to nomadic lifestyles
natural barriers provided protection from invasions
climate and geography favored agriculture
54
One effect of rugged, mountainous geography on ancient Greece was the development of
absolute monarchies
extensive trade with the Persians
belief in one God
separate, independent city-states
55
In western Europe, feudalism developed after the
city of Constantinople fell
Roman Empire collapsed
Mongols invaded
Renaissance began
56
The concept of zero and the decimal system were introduced. Which empire is described ?
Persian
Maurya
British
Gupta
57
One aspect common to both Shinto and Taoism is a
belief in the reincarnation of souls
belief in one God
A unique aspect of religion in Japan is that
deep reverence and respect for nature
58
What was an important result of the Neolithic Revolution?
Populations declined
People became more nomadic
Food supplies became more reliable
New sources of energy became available
59
The caste system in India and the feudal system in Europe were similar in that both
established totalitarian governments
developed concepts of natural rights
promoted peace and prosperity
provided structure for society
60
The term "subsistence farmers" refers to people who grow
enough food to feed an entire village
food to sell in village markets
a single cash crop
just enough food to meet the needs of the immediate family
61
Which aspect of social science would a geographer most likely study in depth?
how location influences the way people live
how economic events influence history3
how people influence governmental decisions
how beliefs influence the behavior of a group of people
62
In ancient times, the Silk Road made the exchange possible between
China and the Roman Empire
Egypt and Greeck
Korea and Japan
Siberia and the Ottoman Empire
63
Which statement about Greek civilization is an opinion rather than a fact?
Many adults in Athens did not have the right to vote.
Boys in Sparta were trained to be soldiers.
Athens had a better culture than that of Sparta
Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle were Greek philosophers.
64
The terms Brahma, dharma, and moksha are most closely associated with which religion?
Islam
Hinduism
Judaism
animism
65
Culture is sometimes referred to as a “blueprint for living” because it
flourishes best in traditional societies
is determined by genetics
provides plans for exploration of new territory
includes things that contributes to a society’s development
66
The use of terrace farming by the Inca and Japanese cultures is an example of
adaptation to the surrounding geography
social change through assimilation
destruction of the environment
economic improvement through trade
67
Which geographic characteristic is shared by both Greece and Japan?
navigable rivers
abundant mineral resources
irregular coastline
tropical rain forests
68
One major characteristic of the Renaissance period is that the
Catholic Church no longer had any influence in Europe
major language of the people became Latin
classical cultures of Greece and Rome were revived
manor became the center of economic activity3
69
1. In which field of study do people learn about the development of early human beings?
anthropology
economy
cartography
political science