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Review #2 for the Final Examination
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1
What was one of the most important contributions of the Greek city-state of Athens?
creation of a writing system using hieroglyphics
promotion of the equality of all humans
development of direct democracy
diffusion of a monotheistic belief system
2
Which river system is found in Egypt?
Ganges and Brahmaputra Rivers
Nile River
Tigris and Euphrates Rivers
Yellow River
3
The spread of Islam from the Middle East to Spain is an example of
self-sufficiency
ethnocentricism
cultural diffusion
desertification
4
Mansa Musa of Mali grew in wealth and power by controlling the trading of
sugar and ivory
oil and coal
gold and salt
timber and fish
5
One way in which Kublai Khan, Suleiman, and Justinian are similar is they
supported democratic reforms in their countries
controlled large empires at the height of their power
attempted to colonize the Americas
tried to make Christianity the dominant religion of Asia
6
Which empire did the following: Built the Hagia Sophia; preserve Greek and Rome culture
Ottoman
Byzantine
Mongol
Persian
7
Who started the Protestant Reformation by speaking against indulgences and papal abuses?
Sulieman the Magnificent
John Calvin
King Henry VIII
Martin Luther
8
Trade along the Silk Roads and the Trans-Saharan trade routes resulted in
isolation
the Columbian Exchange between Europe and the Americas
elimination of all traditional beliefs
cultural diffusion
9
In what way does this artifact represent the culture of the Tang Dynasty
Decorative ceramics were imported
Farmers used camels to plow fields in the Gobi Desert
Camels were used by traders along the Silk Road
Iron stirrups were developed and traded by the Mongols
10
Which famous family ruled Florence from behind the scenes by controlling the banking industry?
Pazzi
Sforza
Borgias
Medici
11
The influence of Greek and Roman culture on Renaissance art is reflected in
focus on abstract art
a realistic portrayal of the human body
competition promoted between northern and southern artists
challenges made to ancient religious ideas
12
Which factor influenced the development of ancient civilizations along river valleys?
dense rain forests
fertile soil
dry climate
oil-rich tundra
13
What is a major reason the Renaissance began in the Italian city-states?
The favorable climate of Italy led to a reliance on crops
Their Mediterranean location encouraged trade
Rhine River provided power to German industries
The Alps isolated the city-states from Africa
14
Which continents were part of the Roman Empire
Europe, Asia, and Africa
Germany, Italy, and England
North America, South America, and Europe
Australia, Asia, and Africa
15
Which areas did the Mongols conquer and incorporate into their empire?
Spain, France, and Egypt
China, Russia, and Iran
Japan, India, and eastern Europe
Axum, Zimbabwe, and West Africa
16
Which period began as a result of the actions shown in this cartoon?
Neolithic Revolution
Protestant Reformation
The Middle Ages of Europe
Industrial Revolution
17
Based on the information in the map, which statement is a valid conclusion?
These trade routes united Asia with North America
Indian Ocean trade existed before European Age of Explorers
The Indian trade network ended in 750 AD
African cities were isolated from overseas trade
18
The caste system in India was characterized by
people could choose their own occupation
toleration for various religious beliefs
a lack of social mobility
equality between men and women
19
Which religion practiced Fasting, Praying five times daily & taking a pilgrimage to Mecca
Islam
Buddhism
Christianity
Animism
20
Which statement best describes the benefit of studying past events from many points of view?
Looking at roles of individuals determines contributions
Using primary sources allows historians access to records
Examining different perspectives provides a better picture
Viewing history chronologically shows how eras overlap
21
Mandate of heaven, silk, and reverence for ancestors are characteristics associated with
West Africa
Greece
India
China
22
Which geographic feature hindered the expansion of the Guptas into modern-day China?
Deccan Plateau
Thar Desert
Bay of Bengal
Himalayan Mountains
23
Which source of information is considered a primary source?
dictionary of English words adapted from Latin
textbook about the Crusades
travel diary of Ibn Battuta
modern novel about the Golden Age of Islam
24
What is a characteristic of a feudal society?
rigid class structure
high literacy rate
rapid social change
industrial-based economy
25
A primary goal of European Crusaders fighting in the Middle East was to
Halt the advancement of Mongol armies
Secure access to Christian holy sites in Jerusalem
rescue Pope Urban II form the Byzantines
Establish a market for Italian merchants
26
The Renaissance and the Protestant Reformation were similar in that both were
stimulated by a spirit of questioning
supported by the working class
limited to Italy, France, and China
encouraged by the success of the French Revolution
27
Which two continents were directly connected by the Silk Road
Europe and South America
Asia and Europe
Africa and Australia
Europe and North America
28
The Code of Hammurabi, the Twelve Tables, and Justinian's Code are examples of
written laws
religious edicts
epic poems
democratic constitutions
29
What was one reason for the decline of both the Han dynasty and the western Roman Empire?
outbreak of war between religious groups
lack of a common currency
inability to force back foreign invaders
efforts of the middle class to gain power
30
The leadership of Kublia Khan, the use of the stirrup all contributed directly to
defeat of Tokugawa Japan
rise and domination of the Mongol Empire
collapse of Silk Road trade
beginning of European exploration
