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Early civ- great Empires Review ACE 1 Ms. Bach
Early civ- great Empires Review ACE 1 Ms. Bach
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A study review for the global I units 1-8.
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Religous symbols are often
unimportant to most
only in christianity
only used to promote the religion
reflective of the poitical leader
2
Africa had great architecture and education prior to European Colonialism
True
False
3
the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem and the Great Pyramid in Egypt are examples
The influence of Buddhist architecture on conquered Nations
cultural diffusion on complimentary architecture
Architectural accomplishments reflecting religious beliefs
Ancient architectural monuments no longer in use
4
The Pax Romana was a period of 200 years in which Roman society...
declined
was constantly losing Wars
suffered a decrease in population
experienced relative peace
5
The governing system used by people of Athens was best known as
Empire
Republic
Dynasty
Democracy
6
Worship of the dead based on a belief that the deceased, have the ability to influence fortune
Daoism
Christianity
Ancestor Worship
Influenza
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the key to the successful organization of Society according to Confucius, is that
democratic elections
eliminating evil
know your place and do what is expected
Ancestor worship discontinued
8
Mansa Musa was
The richest man in the world
The leader of the Mali empire
All of the above
An African Muslim King
9
Where did the Eastern Orthodox religion originate?
Byzantine Empire
India
Israel
China
10
Aqueducts, fair treatment under the law, and Latin language
Roman Empire
Mesopotamia
Greece
Gupta Empire
11
Which aspect of a nation's culture is most directly influenced by the physical geography?
Form of government
Social class system
Population distribution
Religious
12
One effect of mountain ranges, rainforests and river systems have had on Latin America is/was
encourage cultural diffusion
allow the development of large amounts of farmable land
limit development of transportation + communication systems
permit the nation of the area to use a single form of gov't
13
Where did Judaism originate?
Mesopotamia
China
The Roman Empire
India
14
A river that runs through northern China
tigris
"River of Sorrow"
China River
tao river
15
The success of the Mali and Ghana Empires in Africa were based on
Few economic opportunities
An emphasis on the gold and salt trade
A representative government
The protection of political rights
16
The first written law of the Sumerians in Mesopotamia
Mohenjo - Daro
Narmer Palette
Mandate of Heaven
Code of Hammurabi
17
This is an offshoot of Hinduism but does not believe in the caste system
Imperialism
Buddhism
Capitalism
Hinduism
18
Feudalism in Western Europe was similar to feudalism in Japan in that
monotheism
equality among social classes
direct democracy
power was based on class relationships
19
Empress Wu from china was
Buddhist
The only female leader China ever had
all of the above
a Great ruler during a golden age
20
A marshy region formed by deposits of silt at the mouth of a river is commonly known as
Delta
River Area
Silted Area
Dynastic Cycle
21
The Five Pillars are the foundation for
Buddhism
Judaism
Islam
Shinto
22
In Europe a long-term effect of the Crusades was
The adoption of Islamic religious practices
An increased demand for goods from the East
Increased European isolation
The strengthening of the feudal system
23
The early civilizations of the Nile, Meso, and Yellow River valley, were most similar because
they depended on fertile land
monotheistic
they were industrialized societies
they depended on each other for trade
24
Which characteristic was common to any Golden Age?
Prosperity, stability, technological advancements
All rulers were female
A strong military led to democracy
poverty and devistation
25
Korea greatly influenced the development of early Japan by
Acting as a bridge for ideas from China
serving as a barrier against Chinese aggression
protecting Japan from early European exploration
providing Japan with the technology for industrialization
26
In Chinese culture ___ philosophy had a big impact on social order and political organization
Confucianism
taoism
Shintoism
Communism
27
Which classical Society is typically associated with Plato, Aristotle, and Socrates
Sparta
Han China
Rome
Greece
28
A group that is religouly tolerant, focuses on education, math, and science
Shintos
Buddhists
Serfs
Muslims
29
In European Feudal society, an individual's social status was determined by
marriage
education and training
birth
individual abilities
30
Which religion does not believe in heaven or hell
Islam
Christianity
Judaism
Hinduism
31
One way in which Eastern Orthodoxy, Roman Catholicism, and Protestantism are similar is that each
Accepts the supreme authority of Pope
Was once the official religion of the Byzantine Empire
Is a branch of Christianity
Rejects the Old Testament as part of the Bible
32
Which of the following terms best describes Athens and Sparta
Theocracy
Republic
City state
Oligarchy
33
The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt were similar in that both cultures
developed along river valleys and were polytheistic
Used a hieroglyphic writing system
Established trade routes to China
used the ziggurat form for their temples
34
The Middle Ages in Western Europe were characterized by
Absolute monarchies and strong central governments
Extensive trade with Asia and the Middle East
Decreased emphasis on religion in daily life
The manor system and the importance of land ownership
35
Which economic system existed in Europe during the early Middle Ages?
manorialism
free market
socialism
command
36
In chinese history, the divine approval thought to be the basis of royal authority
Mandate of Heaven
Anthropology
Polythesism
China Worship
37
The Western Empire fell; the eastern part became known as the
Frankish Kingdom
Byzantine Empire
Gupta Empire
Persian Empire
38
filial piety in Confucian China and citizenship in ancient Athens are similar in that both
Emphasize duties and responsibilities in society
Required that legalist principles be followed
promoted respect for the physical environment
Encourage the development of advanced technology
39
The Ming Dynasty eventually distrusted foreigners which led to
poverty
democracy
isolationism
expansionism
40
What aspects did the early civilizations that developed along river valleys have in common?
urban communities were built using iron and steel
each society's religious beliefs were based on monotheism
The form of gov't was based on male sufferage
trade and communication were promoted by fertile soil, water
41
The Buddhist religion teaches that salvation is earned by
Following the Ten Commandments
Being baptized and confirmed
Learning to give up selfish desire
Worshipping Allah as the one true God
42
A sultan is a
leader of the Jewish religion
general in the army
Ruler in an Islamic nation/empire
dancer
43
In most societies, works of art and architecture generally serve to
Satisfy the needs of the leader
Limit the influence of religion
Express opposition to the government in power
Reflect the values of that Society
44
During the Middle Ages, Europeans did not eat potatoes or corn because these vegetables
Were forbidden by the Catholic church for religious reasons
We're believed to be poisonous
We're too expensive to import from China
Had not yet been introduced
45
A multi-stepped pyramid that formed part of a Sumerian temple is known as a
Palace
Ziggurat
Zebra
Temple
46
Both the ancient Romans and the ancient Chinese view foreigners as barbarians. This is known as
Ethnocentrism
Imperialism
Cultural diffusion
Materialism
47
Geographic diversity in the Middle East led to
unequal standards of living
uniform living
common economic systems
similar political systems
48
A system of writing with wedge-shaped symbols, invented by the Sumerians
Cuneiform
Confucianism
Sumeriform
Hieroglyphics
49
The Roman Catholic Church during the Middle Ages in Europe can best be described as
Avoided involvement in Social and educational matters
A stabilizing influence
Favored separation from secular governments
A weak force
50
The height of the Islamic Golden age
only expanded through war
expansion through peaceful means, religious tolorance and trade
spread hinduism
stayed isolated
51
One similarity between the five pillars of Islam and the Ten Commandments is that both
Encourage the use of statues to symbolize God
Support a belief in reincarnation
Provide a guide to proper ethical and moral Behavior
Promote learning as a means to Salvation
52
Which of the following functions as the economic system in Western Europe during the Middle Age
Mercantilism
communism
Canan law
Manoralism
53
Muhammad promoted
fair treatment of women
Hinduism
Christianity
unfair treatment of women
54
Empire that introduced the Eastern Orthodox Church & Cyrillic alphabet to Russia
Persian Empire
Rome
Greece
Byzantine Empire
55
Asoka achieved
take over by force, no religious tolorance
constant war and little scientific accomplishments
focused on sptreading Judaism
hospitals, rest stops on trade routes, and the spread of Buddhism
56
Which of the following terms are best associated with the Egyptian civilization
Tigris River, summer, cuneiform
Nile River, Hieroglyphics polytheism
Mohan Dario, roadways, Indus River
Hieroglyphics, the dynastic cycle, ziggurats
57
The Gupta Empire was best known for
gunpowder
mathematics and medicine
aqueducts
inventiing the printing press
58
Early civilizations worshiped many gods and were
monotheistic
polytheistic
59
The similarity between the Mughal, Safavid, and Ottoman Empires is
They used gunpowder, firearms and cannons
Art contained religious themes
The church was no longer influential
Economic activity declined
60
Russia adopted the Orthodox Religion due to the influence of
Iran
France
The Byzantine Empire
China
61
The European feudal system
was supported by the labor of peasants
promoted political and economic equality
had opportunities for social Mobility
Controlled by a powerful middle class
62
The ancient Romans most significant contribution to Europe has been in the area of
Drama
Law
Economics
Poetry
63
Christianity, Islam, and Judaism are all similar in that
Call God by the same name
All believe in reincarnation
Are polytheistic
Are based on the teachings of Abraham
64
The Indus Valley Civilization was different from the other civilizations because they
Had little class distinction
Were located in the Americas
Were the most violent
were less technologically advanced
65
The ancient Athenians are credited with
Inventing and using the wheel
Eliminating slavery
Establishing governments that have Democratic elements
Inventing the printing press
66
The teachings of Confucius encouraged people to
Reject government Authority
Follow a code of moral conduct
Put their own interest first
Believe in reincarnation
67
Recent archaeological studies suggest the theory that
The earliest humans evolved in the Great Rift Valley
Farming societies developed before hunting societies
The wheel was used by all ancient societies
All the continents were settled at about the same time
68
Jewish religion and cultural identity has been greatly influenced by
The Torah and the diaspora
The Quran and the code of Bushido
Ramadan and the concept of reincarnation
The New Testament and the Four Noble Truths
69
A major contribution of the Roman Empire to Western Society was the development of
The principles of revolutionary socialism
Monotheism
An effective legal system
Gunpowder
70
bone used by Shang priests to tell the future
Rosetta Stone
Narmer Palette
Oracle Bone
Ziggurat
71
The MAIN reason for the development of early civilizations in Mesopotamia river valley was that
The location protected the people from land invasion
These rivers flowed into the Mediterranean sea
these rivers provided a trade route between Europe and Asia
periodic flooding left rich soil which was ideal for farming
72
Where did Christianity originate?
Roman Empire
Byzantine Empire
Mesopotamia
China
73
What are the two rivers located in Mesopotamia called?
Yellow and Brown
Yellow and Ming
Tiger and Euploid
Tigris and Euphrates
74
The Golden Age of Muslim culture was best known for its
Policies to reduce trade between the Middle East and China
Advances in mathematics, science, and medicine
Attempts to colonize North America
Frequent conflicts between Christians and Jews
75
The Neolithic Revolution
from nomadic to farming
herding was discontinued
Factory systems
from farming to nomadic
76
Which answer below shows the proper chronological order of the three religions listed
Judaism, Islam, Christianity
Islam, Judaism, Christianity
Christianity, Judaism, Islam
Judaism, Christianity, Islam
77
Indus Valley government promoted
War
Slavery
Monotheism
The importance of water collection
78
Which statement best describes the results of the Crusades
Europeans tolerance of non-christian religion
trade between Europe and Middle East was expanded
Europeans maintained a lasting control over the Middle East
Islamic Influences dominated Europe
79
The code of Bushido of the Japanese samurai is most similar to
belief in reincarnation and karma of Hindu
The practice of chivalry by European knights
theory of natural rights of the enlightenment writers
teachings of Judaism
80
The historical pattern of the rise, decline, and replacement of dynasties in China
Rise and Fall Cycle
Polythesism
The Dynastic Cycle
Mandate of Heaven
81
Which is an accurate statement about Japan's natural resources
Japan has extensively used the Seas for fishing
reserves of petroleum are located in northern part of Japan
Japan has a fertile crescent plain suitable for growin grain
Large coal and iron deposits are located in the mountains
82
Ming and Ottoman Empires both
decreased their population
originally traded with Europe
became isolated
limited their number of provinces
83
Taoism stresses
Adhering to the five Confucian relationships
Following the Eightfold Path
Developing Harmony between humans and nature
Believing in one God
84
In China, the development of ethnocentrism was most influenced by
A long history of democratic government
It's historic Reliance on foreign Nations
A strong belief in Christianity
It's geographic isolation
85
In Japan between 1603-1868, the most notable action taken by the Tokugawa Shogunate was the
virtual isolation of the country from the outside world
formation of cultural links with Europe
military conquest of China
development of extensive trade with the Americas
86
Where did Hinduism originate?
Mesopotamia
India
China
Byzantine Empire
87
The Eightfold Path, and the concept of Nirvana are associated with the religion of
Buddhism
Islam
Shinto
Judaism
88
One major contributor to the wealth and success of the Ottoman Empire
Monks writing books
Mongolian power
extensive trade
the Christian religion
89
Animism is the belief that
All living things are connected
The only way to Salvation is through Good Deeds
There is a cycle of Life, Death, and rebirth
All people need to believe in the same God
90
The height of the Mongol Empire is marked with?
Religious uniformity
total annihilation of all
Religious tolerance and expansion
Emphasis on individualism
91
Prior to colonization by Europeans Mali, Axum, Kush and Songhai in Africa
had a long history of trade
All of the above
advanced architecture and more
developed strong economic and social lives
92
The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt were similar in that both cultures
Developed along rivers
Establish trade routes to China
Used a hieroglyphic writing system
Used the ziggurat form for their temples
93
Where did taoism originate?
Israel
India
China
Mesopotamia
94
What document is an example of a primary source
a textbook
an encyclopedia
a diary
a novel
95
One way in which The Vedas the Bible and the Quran are similar is that these religious books
Support political rebellion to overthrow existing governments
Provide guidelines that govern the behavior of believers
Encourage Strife between segments of believers
Deny the existence of a Supreme Being who rules the universe