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World History: Neolithic Revolution and River Valley Civilizations
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The practice of cutting down and then scorching a field in preparation for farming is known as
slash-and-burn farming
organic farming
terrace farming
torch-and-run farming
2
One of the main ideas in Confucianism -- respect for parents and elders
the Code of Hammurabi
the 10 Commandments
Filial Piety
the Four Noble Truth
3
Group in Indian society that was considered unclean and unworthy
unreachables
untouchables
undesirables
unlookables
4
The Egyptians believed the pharaoh was a god.
True
False
5
Symbol that represents the concept of the 2 opposing powers or forces in nature
the Swastika
the Star of David
the Crescent Moon and Star
the Yin Yang
6
Where are the origins of cuneiform?
India
Egypt
Mesopotamia
China
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These were used by ancient Chinese priests to communicate with gods and ancestors
Ouija boards
Oracle bones
Telephones
Crystal balls
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What was China’s First Emperor Shi Huangdi buried with?
his army made of terracotta
his entire extended family
his favorite pet dragon
his collection of Bibles
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Luxury item that was the most closely guarded secret in ancient China
Tea
Porcelain
Silk
Bronze
10
A dynasty is a...
dictator that gets elected
pharaoh
series of rulers from the same family
president
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The Neolithic Revolution occurred when people discovered how to...
fight wars using metal weapons
make stone temples for religious ceremonies
grow food and domesticate animals
trade with others in the same river valley
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Prior to the Neolithic Revolution, people spent most of their time...
Farming
Domesticating Animals
Writing
Hunting & Gathering
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Type of government where the ruler is viewed as a divine figure
oligarchy
theocracy
democracy
dictatorship
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Ditches that carried water from rivers to fields and served as flood control
irrigation
cuneiform
artisan
pharoah
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The river valleys were the birthplaces of civilization because...
had fertile soil, fresh water, and climates that enabled farming
had rich deposits of iron ore and coat
were isolated from other cultural influences
were easy to defend from invasion
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Monotheism refers to people who believe in...
Many Gods
One God
No Gods
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Building in ancient Mesopotamian cities that was the center of government, storage place, and temple
pyramid
citadel
obelisk
ziggurat
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He believed people could overcome their desires by following the Eightfold Path
Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha)
Laozi
Confucius
Shi Huangdi
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What does the "C" stand for in SCAAR?
Complex Resolution
Conservative Coalition
Complex Institutions
Complex Civilizations
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What did most early civilizations have in common?
They farmed wheat and barley
They were ruled by pharoahs
They buried their rulers in large pyramids
They began near a river valley
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Which civilization practiced mummification -- the embalming and drying of a corpse to prevent it from decaying?
China
India
Egypt
Mesopotamia
22
Cycle of birth, death, and rebirth – both Hindus and Buddhists believe this
reincarnation
filial piety
enlightenment
nirvana
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Name for the social class hierarchy in India
caste system
moksha
feudalism
filial piety
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Chinese scholar who believed that education and 5 relationships were key in restoring order in China
Confucius
Laozi
Shi Huangdi
Han Fei
25
The main teachings of Buddha are called...
the Filial Piety
the 10 Commandments
the Torah
the Four Noble Truths
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An archaeologist discovered hieroglyphics -- in which location was this writing most likely found?
Site B
Site A
Site C
Site D
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Chinese philosophy based on strict laws and harsh punishments to maintain control and order
Confucianism
Legalism
Polytheism
Daoism
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Neolithic refers to...
New Stone Age
Modern Age
Old Stone Age
Present Day
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What was the Code of Hammurabi?
The secret language of Sumer
Pharaoh's tomb
Chinese social classes
First written law code
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Paleolithic means...
New Stone Age
Ancient World
Modern Age
Old Stone Age
