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1
What belief was common between both Hinduism and Buddhism?
no gods
asceticism
caste system
reincarnation
2
In which area did the Justinian Code have the most lasting impact?
war
religion
taxation
law
3
The Gupta Empire was most notably characterized by its role in the —
spread of Buddhism
introduction of Islamic rule
flourishing of Hindu culture
construction of Harappan cities
4
Early Chinese believed a king must rule justly, benevolently, & honestly in order to keep this
Classical Truths
Mandate of Heaven
Vision of Righteousness
Three Classics
5
Which of the following contributed most to the spread of Reformation ideas?
foreign invasion
trade
compass
printing press
6
Which empire was ruled by satraps, used a standardized monetary system, and used a Royal Road?
Assyrian
Persian
Egyptian
Kush
7
these historical structures show that
ancient societies needed large buildings to store food
ancient civilizations possessed advanced building techniques
the ancient Egyptians frequently traded with the Chinese
religion was not considered important in ancient societies
8
Which practice was a defining characteristic of feudalism in medieval Europe?
Guilds supervised the work done by craftsmen
Universities granted degrees to qualified students
Lords granted land to vassals in return for military service
Bards performed concerts in town halls in return for food
9
Which political system has its origins in ancient Greece under Pericles?
monarchy
democracy
autocracy
oligarchy
10
Which Eastern philosophy contributed to the dev. of classical civil. during the Han Dynasty?
Sikhism
Stoicism
Confucianism
Shintoism
11
How did the emergence of medieval feudalism in Europe influence the Christian Church?
The Church adopted Latin as the official language.
The Church encouraged voyages of exploration.
The Church served as the unifying power in society.
The Church published the Bible in the vernacular.
12
Complete the Neolithic Era sequence: Domestication of Animals, Farming, Food Surpluses, ???
serfs
religions
trade
empires
13
What was the most important way that Silk Road trade was similar to gold-salt trade in Africa?
It was conducted mainly by Asians and Africans.
It transmitted knowledge, culture, and ideas.
It was a continuation of ancient trade routes.
It included slaves as products for trade.
14
The Aztecs built their empire through trade and —
war
law
education
religion
15
What was the major political effect on Europe of the Reformation?
The Catholic church was splintered into different sects.
Authority was transferred from the church to the state.
Dissention and intolerance brought religious fighting.
Women began to gain social status in the communities.
16
Why did trade flourish across Asia under the Mongol Empire?
Mongols leaders protected merchants and traders.
Political alliances with Europe blocked outside competition.
Religious conversion of Indian merchants created spice trade
Economic sanctions on African goods created monopolies.
17
Immediately after the fall of____ there was little education. This period was known as the ____
Normandy...Dark Ages
Rome...Dark Ages
Rome...Crusade
King John...Roman Empire
18
Which is the
best
resource or strategy for a historian studying this time period?
using limited evidence
making unfounded hypotheses and predictions
relying on a famous, but biased, secondary source
searching primary sources
19
What institution, used torture to rid the Catholic Church of what it considered heresy?
the Diet of Worms
the Reign of Terror
the Court of the Inquisition
The Consistory of Geneva
20
What invention of the Song Dynasty increased the spread of learning?
Philosophy
Neo-Confucianism
printing techniques
social interaction
21
Which slave trade started before, and was on a smaller scale than the Atlantic Slave Trade?
Arabic Slave Trade
Mongol Slave Trade
Chinese Slave Trade
Virginia Slave Trade
22
Which development allowed people the ability to keep records and to express themselves?
a library collection
a writing system
a harvest calendar
a government structure
23
The development of early river valley civilizations was most dependent on
high mountains of the river valleys
vast deserts of the river valleys
smooth coastlines of the river valleys
fertile soils of the river valleys
24
Greece influenced Rome in all of the following EXCEPT _______
Christianity
philosophy
art/architecture
language
25
What lifestyle change during the Neolithic Revolution contributed to the development of cities?
the shift from hunting to farming
the shift from writing to drawing
the shift from animism to monotheism
the shift from monarchy to democracy
26
How did the kings during the Hundred Years’ War influence the people of France & England?
It created a tradition for cultural diversity.
It created an era of technological creativity.
It created an incentive for overseas exploration.
It created a sense of national identity.
27
Which of the following was most important in the emerging of the first civilizations?
road building
division of labor
irrigation
metalworking
28
which areas were most affected by the spread of both Islam and Buddhism?
Indian subcontinent
Coastal towns of China
Arabian Peninsula
Japan
29
Which describes how the development of farming affected river valley civilizations?
state ownership of common lands became popular
Farming required the damming of rivers
farming became the only way to make a living
a surplus of food allowed a division of labor
30
This building is an example of architecture from which ancient civilization?
Assyrian
Greek
Roman
Babylonian
31
Ancient Egypt was a theocracy because—
the people considered their ruler to be a god.
the people considered their faith to be monotheistic.
the pharaoh handed down the monarchy to his children.
the pharaoh served as head of the military.
32
Which of the following is true of the Crusades?
all of the above
growth of a middle class
decline in papal prestige
increased trade
33
Daoism originated in __________and is known for its emphasis on__________.
India; meditation
China; rehabilitation
China; balance of opposites
India; reincarnation of life
34
The work of Islamic mathematicians, philosophers, and scientists played a great role in the____
Reconquista
Renaissance
Crusades
Reformation
35
Which farming technique was developed by the Incas?
fallow fields
floating gardens
grain cultivation
terrace planting
36
What was developed by an ancient civ., & later used by classical civs. for their law codes
Sumerian Body of Laws
Egyptian Justice Code
Justinian's Code
Hammurabi's Code
37
What information does the graphic provide us about ancient Egyptian society?
social mobility was unrestricted in ancient Egypt
religion was not very important in ancient Egypt
women and men had equal status in ancient Egypt
the social structure of ancient Egypt was hierarchical
38
Which external factor did Han China & the Roman Empire both face that contributed to decline?
lack of a strong military
threat of nomadic groups
decentralization of government
lack of a common language
39
In what way did humanists differ from traditional medieval philosophers during the Renaissance?
they focused primarily on the importance of the individual
they rejected ancient Greek and Roman culture
they focused primarily on the spiritual nature of life
they rejected Christian teachings and values
40
How did the Great Schism contribute to the end of medieval Europe?
It greatly reduced the population because of the wars.
It placed all religious Papal powers in Constantinople.
It greatly reduced the power of the Catholic church.
It allowed other religions to replace weakened Christianity.
41
Republican Rome functioned as an oligarchy. Therefore, power rested with a —
small group of citizens
military leader
religious leader
large group of women
42
What term do archaeologists use for the human-made items shown in the image?
Artisans
Fossils
Cultures
Artifacts
43
Which statement describes the political philosophy of Niccolo Machiavelli?
The ends justify the means.
Majority rules in all things.
The best government is no government.
All people are created equal.
44
Which technological innovation did the ancient Romans introduce?
compass
aqueduct
gunpowder
telescope
45
Which of the following is considered one of Genghis Khan’s greatest achievements?
He encouraged the expansion of Buddhism across Asia
He let Muslims gain control of Saharan caravan routes.
He copied the culture developed by the Japanese samurai.
He united the tribes of Central Asia to form a vast empire.
46
How did the practice of selling indulgences for forgiveness of sins lead to the Reformation?
Calvin argued publicly that faith could not be perfect.
Thomas More argued publicly that greed couldn't be forgiven.
Zwingli argued publicly that indulgences could not be banned
Luther argued publicly that salvation could not be earned.
47
Why were Christianity and Buddhism so appealing to the masses of people in Europe and Asia?
both elevated women to a higher class
both offered freedom to slaves
both offered solace, safety, and guidance
both stressed obedience to the government
48
What major contribution to classical civilizations came from the ancient Jewish tribes?
monotheism
unitheism
secularism
polytheism
49
Humanism influences Renaissance art and scholarship by advocating a return to —
feudal traditions of medieval Europe
monastic traditions of Spain and Italy
classical traditions of Greece and Rome
aristocratic traditions of ancient Persia
50
In what way was the feudal system in Europe similar to the traditional caste system in India?
both systems established totalitarian governments
both systems allowed for a high degree of social mobility
both systems provided structure for their civilization
both systems were based on the idea of inalienable rights
