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One way writers of the Renaissance were influenced by writers of Greece was Renaissance writers
produced few new scientific ideas
stressed the power of human reason
showed little interest in secular affairs
produced few new scientific ideas
2
-Spread of Islam-Gold and salt trade-Timbuktu-Pilgrimage of Mansa Musa. These deal with
Egyptian
Kush
Benin
Mali
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
-Kushites adapted Egyptian art-Arabs used Indian concept of zero.
These actions are examples of
filial piety
scientific research
ethnocentrism
cultural diffusion
5
The caste system in India and the feudal system in Europe were similar in that both
established totalitarian governments
provided structure for society
promoted peace and prosperity
developed concepts of natural rights
6
China under theHan dynasty and Roman Empire were similar in that both grew wealthy because they
developed extensive trade networks
established free-market economies
created classless societies
encouraged democratic ideals
7
How did geography affect both Napoleon's invasion and Hitler's invasion of Russia?
Warm-water ports prevented the flow of supplies.
Deserts made invasion possible
The tundra enabled the movements of troops.
The climate created obstacles to success
8
One aspect common to both Shinto and Taoism is a
belief in one God
belief in the reincarnation of souls
deep reverence and respect for nature
A unique aspect of religion in Japan is that
9
One reason the cultures of North Africa is different from the rest of Africa was
Sahara Desert
Congo River Basin
Arabian Sea
Great Rift Valley
10
Which geographic feature had the greatest influence on ancient civilizations?
river valleys
dense forests
smooth coastlines
mountain passes
11
Before West African civilizations had contact with Europeans, these civilizations developed
art that included bronze, gold, and clay sculptures
social systems that emphasized the nuclear family
one system of government for the entire region
economies that did not rely on trade
12
Which belief or practice is expressed in this quotation?
rigid class structure
fasting and prayer
monotheism
reincarnation
13
1. In which field of study do people learn about the development of early human beings?
cartography
economy
political science
anthropology
14
The golden ages of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires can be attributed in part to
distinct social classes
command economies
stable governments
cultural isolation
15
How did the introduction of agriculture affect early peoples?
Birthrates decreased rapidly.
Societies became nomadic.
Civilizations developed.
Food production declined.
16
on which continent did humans first appear?
Europe
Asia
North America
Africa
17
Mansa Musa' journey to Mecca in the 1300's is evidence that
Islam had a major influence on the Mali Empire
European culture was the superior to cultures of W. Africa
the Crusades had a great influence on western Africa
most African leaders were educated in the Middle East
18
The Code of Hammurabi was a major contribution to the development of civilization because it
ended all physical punishment
recorded existing laws for all to see
rejected the principle of filial piety
treated citizens and slaves equally2
19
Who introduced the Cyrillic alphabet, Orthodox Christianity, and domed architecture to Russia?
Byzantines
Mongols
Vikings
Muslims
20
One similarity between the Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire is that both
ensured equality for women
reached their height of power at the same time
declined because of corruption in government
developed parliamentary governments
21
ideals developed in the Athens of Pericles and in Republican Rome influenced the development of
a theocracy in Iran
military juntas in Latin America
a communist government in China
a parliament in Britain
22
-Seafood is part of Filipino diet. Russians live west of Ural .
What completes the outline?
Geography Affects Human Behavior
Rivers Are Barriers to Interdependence
Economic Issues Influence National Goals
Governments Control the Actions of Citizens
23
Which feature would most often be shown on a political map?
levation
topography
capital cities
type of climate
24
Which statement about the geography of Africa is most accurate?
The variety has served to promote cultural diversity
Africa has an irregular coastline with many natural harbors.
Much of the land in Africa is below sea level.
Much of the land in Africa is tundra and forest.
25
Which social scientist primarily studies how people change
resources into goods and services?
archaeologist
sociologist
psychologist
economist
26
In western Europe, the Middle Ages began after the collapse of which empire?
Byzantine
Roman
Ottoman
Mughal
27
While Sahara was an obstacle for Europeans, it is a highway for Africans. It is due to
Trade between Africa and Europe decreasing.
Desertification reducing the amount of arable land
Europeans lacking the knowledge to travel in the desert.
African empires generally avoiding contact with Europeans.
28
One way in which the Han dynasty and the Roman Empire were similar is that both
developed a social system in which great equality existed
governed large areas around the Mediterranean Sea
created democraticy in which people elected their officials
promoted unity and communication by building roads
29
Which historical events are in the correct chronological order?
Crusades >Renaissance >Neolithic Revolution>Roman Empire
Renaissance ->Neolithic Revolution ->Crusades ->Roman Empire
Roman Empire ->Neolithic Revolution ->Crusades ->Renaissance
Neolithic Revolution ->Roman Empire ->Crusades ->Renaissance
30
The fall of the Byzantine Empire to the Ottoman Turks (1453) prompted Spain and Portugal to
extend religious tolerance to the Muslim peoples
seek new trade routes to East Asia
expand the Catholic Inquisition into the Middle East
reform their political systems
31
The Pillars of Emperor Asoka and the Code of Hammurabi are most similar to the
Great Sphinx of the Egyptians
map projections of Mercator
Twelve Tables of the Romans
ziggurats of Sumeria
32
. In China, Confucianism emphasized the idea that
salvation could be attained by meditation and good deeds
individual goals should be placed ahead of the group
equality should exist between all members of society2
harmony could be achieved by the proper behavior
33
Which activity occurred during the Golden Age of Muslim culture?
beginning of pilgrimages to Mecca
major discoveries in mathematics and science
opposition to freedom of thought by rulers
destruction of books containing Greek and Roman ideas
34
Hieroglyphic and cuneiform systems provided the basis for the development of
oral traditions
subsistence farming
painting and sculpture
recorded history
35
One effect of rugged, mountainous geography on ancient Greece was the development of
belief in one God
extensive trade with the Persians
absolute monarchies
separate, independent city-states
36
Why did the ancient city-states of Athens and Sparta develop different political systems?
mountainous topography resulted in isolation of city-states
Foreign travelers introduced new philosophies.
The Byzantine Empire dictated government policies.
For over 3 centuries, civil wars raged in these city-states.
37
Much of the wealth of the West African kingdoms of Ghana and Mali was gained from the
creation of colonies on the Mediterranean coast
sale of slaves to Europeans
taxation on goods brought by Indian merchants
control of the trans-Saharan trade in gold and salt
38
The term "subsistence farmers" refers to people who grow
food to sell in village markets
a single cash crop
enough food to feed an entire village
just enough food to meet the needs of the immediate family
39
One way in which the Eightfold Path and the Five Pillars of Faith are similar is that these rules
stress the spiritual being in all natural objects
represent codes of behavior
suggest a deep respect for nature and reincarnation
restrictsocial mobility
40
One way the Five Relationships,the Ten Commandments,the Eightfold Path are similar is that they
1. promote polytheism
provide codes of behavior
describe secularism
establish gender equality
41
Which phrase best describes Mali under the rule of Mansa Musa?
a period of political chaos
a decade of colonial unrest
a golden age
a poverty-stricken era3
42
Which document is an example of a primary source?
the diary of a WW I soldier
novel on the Age of Exploration
a textbook on Russian history
an encyclopedia article on religions of the Middle East
43
The exchange ofsilks and spices and the spread of Buddhism along the Silk Roads are examples of
self-sufficiency
desertification
cultural diffusion
ethnocentrism
44
In western Europe, feudalism developed after the
Renaissance began
Roman Empire collapsed
city of Constantinople fell
Mongols invaded
45
Alexander the Great’s conquests of Greece, Asia Minor, Egypt and Persia led to the
establishment of representative democracy
spread of Islamic culture throughout Europe
spread of Hellenic culture
adoption of a feudal system3
46
an impact of geography on the history of the Korean peninsula?
Lack of resources prevented development of manufacturing.
Large deserts have led to isolation
Lack of rivers has limited food production
Location has led to invasion and occupation by other nations
47
Which belief is most closely associated with the philosophy of Confucianism?
prayer
filial piety
reincarnation
nirvana
48
Which factor most influenced a person’s social position in early Indian societies?
education
individual achievement
geographic location
Birth
49
The concept of zero and the decimal system were introduced. Which empire is described ?
Maurya
Persian
Gupta
British
50
The terms Brahma, dharma, and moksha are most closely associated with which religion?
Islam
animism
Hinduism
Judaism
51
Which factor led to the development of civilizations in ancient Mesopotamia?
universal education
political harmony
favorable geography
religious differences
52
The golden ages of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires can be attributed in part to
command economies
distinct social classes
cultural isolation
stable governments
53
One major characteristic of the Renaissance period is that the
major language of the people became Latin
Catholic Church no longer had any influence in Europe
manor became the center of economic activity3
classical cultures of Greece and Rome were revived
54
Which statement about the Tang dynasty is a fact rather than an opinion
advances were greater
The emperors granted jobs to scholars who passed exams
the culture of the Tang dynasty was superior to Han dynasty
China's best emperors came from the Tang dynasty
55
One reason early civilizations developed in China, Egypt, and Mesopotamia is because
vast mineral deposits existed for manufacturing
natural barriers provided protection from invasions
rivers contributed to nomadic lifestyles
climate and geography favored agriculture
56
Early people who moved frequently as they searched for food they needed for survival are called
subsistence farmers
village dwellers3
hunters and gatherers .
guild members
57
Archaeological studies of the Indus Valley cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro show evidence of
dynastic rule
urban planning
social equality
monotheism
58
Which geographic characteristic is shared by both Greece and Japan?
tropical rain forests
abundant mineral resources
irregular coastline
navigable rivers
59
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
60
In ancient times, the Silk Road made the exchange possible between
China and the Roman Empire
Siberia and the Ottoman Empire
Egypt and Greeck
Korea and Japan
61
Which statement describes how geography affected the growth of the ancient civilizations?
Large savanna areas provided protection from invaders.
River valleys provided rich soil to grow plentiful crops.
Large deserts provided many mineral deposits.
Access to the Atlantic Ocean provided trade routes
62
Ibn Battuta and Marco Polo were similar in that both
converted thousands of people to Christianity
ruled over vast empires that included diverse peoples
fought to free their people from Mongol rule
produced written records of their extensive travels
63
citizens in Athens had right to attend Assembly and cast votes. This situation is an example of
direct democracy
totalitarianism3
parliamentary democracy
absolutism
64
Culture is sometimes referred to as a “blueprint for living” because it
provides plans for exploration of new territory
is determined by genetics
flourishes best in traditional societies
includes things that contributes to a society’s development
65
Tang Dynasty in China, the Gupta Empire in India during their golden ages were known as eras of
major industrial development
intense nationalism
economic poverty and political upheaval
artistic and intellectual achievement
66
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 beliefs influence the behavior of a group of people
how people influence governmental decisions
67
What was an important result of the Neolithic Revolution?
Populations declined
Food supplies became more reliable
New sources of energy became available
People became more nomadic
68
The use of the Silk Road and caravan routes in northern Africa and southwestern Asia encouraged
cultural isolation
cultural diffusion
ethnocentrism
self sufficiency
69
Which empire is most closely associated with
split in Christianity?
Persian
British
Byzantine
Mughal
70
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.
71
What is a major contribution of the Byzantine Empire to global history?
expansion of equal rights
preservation of Greek and Roman culture
construction of the pyramids
invention of writing
72
Confucianism had a strong impact on the development of China mainly because this philosophy
contained the framework for a communist government
established a basic structure for military rule
provided a basis for social order
stressed the importance of the individual
73
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
74
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
75
The use of terrace farming by the Inca and Japanese cultures is an example of
adaptation to the surrounding geography
economic improvement through trade
social change through assimilation
destruction of the environment
76
Hunting and gathering, subsistence agriculture, and the barter system are characteristics of a
traditional economy
market economy
mixed economy
command economy
77
Which statement about Greek civilization is an opinion rather than a fact?
Boys in Sparta were trained to be soldiers.
Many adults in Athens did not have the right to vote.
Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle were Greek philosophers.
Athens had a better culture than that of Sparta
78
Which social scientist specializes in the scarcity of resources and availability of goods?
anthropologis
economist
archaeologist
sociologist
79
Bantu-speaking people migrated southward and eastward was to
establish a colonial empire
find land for farming and grazing
flee warfare
seek religious freedom
80
Which statement about the Golden Age of Islam is a fact rather than an opinion?
Islamic society preserved Greek and Roman culture
Muslims were the best early mathematicians
Muslim artists had more talent than European artists
Islamic art was more abstract than Greek art
81
Which factor explain scientific and literary achievements of the Muslims in their Golden Age?
legal equality of all people in the Islamic empire
cultural diversity accepted by many Islamic governments
expansion of trans-Atlantic trade
innovations introduced in Renaissance
82
In Japan, the martial arts, the tea ceremony, and flower arranging reflects the influences of
mercantilism and animism
Buddhism and Shintoism
imperialism and militarism
capitalism and shintoism
83
Which concept illustrated in Africa's traditional musical instruments made of gourds and shells
effect of artistic expression on religion
development of traditional government
impact of geography on cultural development
role of education in the ancient world
84
The main purpose of a time line is to show the
location of important places
benefits of modern civilizations
causes and effects of wars
chronological relationship between events
85
A major contribution of the Roman Empire to Western society was the development of
gunpowder
monotheism
4. an effective legal system
the principles of revolutionary socialism