Identify the belief system that spread to China from India during the late Han period and appealed to the people during the turbulent times.
Buddhism.
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During the Gupta golden age, Aryabhata was known for
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writing great literature and poetry. establishing trade routes to China. discovering that Earth rotated on an axis. driving back a Roman invasion.
discovering that Earth rotated on an axis.
During which century did the White Huns invade India and contribute to the collapse of the Gupta Empire?
4th century BC 1st century BC 3rd century AD 5th century AD
5th century AD
Under which leader did the Gupta Empire prosper, with advancements in the arts, sciences, math, and technology? Ashoka Chandra Gupta II Chandragupta Maurya Samudra Gupta
Chandragupta Maurya
Which dynasty used the Legalist form of government, which was a centralized system that divided the country into 36 territories ruled by officials? Qin Dynasty Han Dynasty Mauryan Empire Gupta Empire
Qin dynasty
During the Qin Dynasty, silk became a product in such high demand that one punishment for revealing the secret of how it was made was death. True False
True.
Which Mauryan leader vowed nonviolence after several bloody battles at the beginning of his reign? Ashoka Bindusara Chandra Gupta I Chandragupta Maurya
Approximately how many terra-cotta warriors have been discovered in the pits designed to protect the tomb of Shi Huangdi? 200 1,600 8,000 12,000
Which of the following was NOT one of the actions Shi Huangdi took to maintain order in the Qin Dynasty? established Legalism as the form of government required that officials of the 36 territories enforce strict laws demanded Christian books be burned and forced all Chinese to practice Confucianism permitted only military and officials to possess weapons; those owned by citizens were confiscated
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Which Mauryan leader vowed nonviolence after several bloody battles at the beginning of his reign? -> Ashoka Approximately how many terra-cotta warriors have been discovered in the pits designed to protect the tomb of Shi Huangdi? -> 8,000 Which of the following was NOT one of the actions Shi Huangdi took to maintain order in the Qin Dynasty? -> demanded Christian books be burned and forced all Chinese to practice Confucianism
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Muhammad was born in which town that later became a religious and trade center, as well as the location toward which all Muslims pray? Medina Mecca Damascus Jerusalem
Islamic texts, such as the Qur'an and Sunna, addressed issues such as family life and marriage, and indicated that a husband became a woman's guardian after marriage. True False
Muhammad was born in which town that later became a religious and trade center, as well as the location toward which all Muslims pray? -> Mecca Islamic texts, such as the Qur'an and Sunna, addressed issues such as family life and marriage, and indicated that a husband became a woman's guardian after marriage. -> True
Which of the following identifies the basic belief of the Shia? Abu Bakr was the rightful successor to Muhammad. Shia means "way of the Prophet. Husayn should have been killed for rebelling against Mu'awiya's son Yazid. Ali should have succeeded Muhammad, as he was a blood relative.
Ali should have succeeded Muhammad, as he was a blood relative.
What young scholar identified that quarantining, or isolating, sick patients could prevent the spread of disease? Al'Kwarizmi Ptolemy Ibn Sina Ibn Khaldun
Ibn Sina.
UESTION 5 Which geographical term best describes the region of Arabia? peninsula island continent tundra
The texts from which empire were saved due to their translation to Arabic? Chinese Indian Greek Inca
Which geographical term best describes the region of Arabia? -> peninsula The texts from which empire were saved due to their translation to Arabic? ->Greek
The division of the Sunni and Shia Islamic parties was resolved after the Abbasid family gained power and eliminated the remaining Umayyads. True False
False
Select the incorrect statement about the Umayyad Dynasty. The capital was moved from Medina to Damascus, Syria. France became part of the Umayyad Empire after a victory in the Battle of Tours. Those conquered by the Umayyads were not required to convert to Islam, but had to pay a tax. Arabic became the official language.
France became part of the Umayyad Empire after a victory in the Battle of Tours.
As Islamic art does not typically contain representations of animals and humans, geometric patterns and interwoven swirling floral patterns, known as ___________, are common. Bedouin calligraphy arabesque Qur'an
Arabesque
Which is the pillar of Islam that refers to the pilgrimage Muslims must make to Mecca, if they are physically and financially able? Shahada Sawm Salat Hajj
Hajj
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What was unique about the Swahili city-states in East Africa? The city-states were known as the "land of the gold," with leaders adorned in the precious metal. The Arab presence resulted in a new language, marriage with native Africans, and the construction of mosques in which to practice Islam. Large stone buildings were constructed there without the use of mortar. Their leader, Mansa Musa, built the city-states into cultural centers.
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The Arab presence resulted in a new language, marriage with native Africans, and the construction of mosques in which to practice Islam.
Which word or phrase best describes the climate and terrain of the Sahara in northern Africa? tropical rainforest savanna hot, arid desert tundra
hot, arid desert
Which of the following was NOT one of the items traded by Africans to other civilizations? gold slaves ivory tomatoes
Why did the kingdom of Aksum decline? Muslim invaders gained control of the port city Adulis, cutting them off from trade. A leader named Mutota gained control in the 1400s and conquered the kingdom. Gold mines flourished to the south, creating competition, and resulted in their decline. A leader named Mutota gained control in the 1400s and conquered the kingdom.
Which culture was believed to be one of the first in Africa to develop the ironworking technology in about 500 BC, south of the Sahara? Ghana Benin Nok Songhai
Which of the following was NOT one of the items traded by Africans to other civilizations? -> tomatoes Why did the kingdom of Aksum decline? -> Muslim invaders gained control of the port city Adulis, cutting them off from trade. Which culture was believed to be one of the first in Africa to develop the ironworking technology in about 500 BC, south of the Sahara? -> Nok
Due to interaction and trade with other cultures, what religion became predominant in Africa, aside from traditional African beliefs? Christianity Buddhism Judaism Islam
Islam
QUESTION 7 All of the following statements about Africa are true EXCEPT: Africa is a country. Africa is the size of the United States, China, and Europe combined. Africa contains several climate regions such as desert, rainforest, and savanna. Camels were used as a mode of transportation across the Sahara Desert.
Which statement best explains how the trans-Saharan trade routes led to the development of great empires and other states in West Africa? The use of camel caravans helped merchants expand trade routes across the Sahara. The use of ships enabled West African merchants to sail to India, exchanging gold for salt. The Silk Road was a means for West Africans to trade with Portugal. Camel caravans prevented West African kingdoms from expanding trade south of Songhai.
Who was the leader of the Mali Empire that became famous for his pilgrimage to Mecca? King Ezana Mutota Mansa Musa Ewuare
The kings of Ghana forbade anyone else to possess large gold nuggets and limited the amount of gold to be traded, resulting in an increase in its value. True False
All of the following statements about Africa are true EXCEPT: -> Africa is a country. Which statement best explains how the trans-Saharan trade routes led to the development of great empires and other states in West Africa? -> The use of camel caravans helped merchants expand trade routes across the Sahara. Who was the leader of the Mali Empire that became famous for his pilgrimage to Mecca? -> Mansa Musa The kings of Ghana forbade anyone else to possess large gold nuggets and limited the amount of gold to be traded, resulting in an increase in its value. -> True
Which of the following statements is NOT true about the Mongols during the 1200s? They relied on sheep and goats for survival. Temuchin later became known as Genghis Khan, meaning "Universal Ruler. Kublai Khan conquered the Song Dynasty in southern China after he came to power in 1260. The Mongols were a peaceful people, and entered towns and villages seeking to help others improve their quality of life. Mongols only gained power with the approval of the village.
Which body of water served as a passageway for trading, connecting the Indian and Pacific Oceans? Grand Canal Sea of Japan Yellow River Malacca Strait
In which Chinese dynasty would we find Empress Wu, who was viewed as a ruthless yet effective leader? Sui Dynasty Tang Dynasty Song Dynasty Yuan Dynasty
Which of the following statements is NOT true about the Mongols during the 1200s? -> The Mongols were a peaceful people, and entered towns and villages seeking to help others improve their quality of life. Mongols only gained power with the approval of the village. Which body of water served as a passageway for trading, connecting the Indian and Pacific Oceans? -> Malacca Strait In which Chinese dynasty would we find Empress Wu, who was viewed as a ruthless yet effective leader? -> Tang Dynasty Fun fact, I'm helping you with your history work, while avoiding doing mine LOL
What is Angkor Wat, located in present-day Cambodia? a temple complex built by the Khmer Empire a library devoted to collecting classical Greek literature a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami a canal linking north and south China During the Yuan Dynasty, different laws and taxes were established to keep the Mongols and Chinese separated, and Mongols were highly discouraged from interacting with the Chinese. True False What was constructed under the direction of Yang Ti during the Sui Dynasty that enabled trade between north and south China? Great Wall of China Grand Canal Angkor Wat irrigation system spanning 12.5 million acres
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What is Angkor Wat, located in present-day Cambodia? -> a temple complex built by the Khmer Empire During the Yuan Dynasty, different laws and taxes were established to keep the Mongols and Chinese separated, and Mongols were highly discouraged from interacting with the Chinese. -> True What was constructed under the direction of Yang Ti during the Sui Dynasty that enabled trade between north and south China? -> Grand Canal
Korea introduced Chinese writing to Japan, after they had been conquered and colonized by China during the Han Dynasty. True False Which nation consisted of islands that formed an archipelago along the Ring of Fire? China Japan Korea India Which leader established the Yuan Dynasty in China and welcomed traders from foreign lands? Empress Wu Genghis Khan Kublai Khan Marco Polo Identify the loosely organized religion that believes all natural beings have a spirit called kami, and requires people pass through a torii prior to entering a shrine? Hinduism Buddhism Shinto Islam
Korea introduced Chinese writing to Japan, after they had been conquered and colonized by China during the Han Dynasty. -> True? I may be wrong on this one Which nation consisted of islands that formed an archipelago along the Ring of Fire? -> Japan Which leader established the Yuan Dynasty in China and welcomed traders from foreign lands? -> Kublai Khan Identify the loosely organized religion that believes all natural beings have a spirit called kami, and requires people pass through a torii prior to entering a shrine? -> Shinto
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Under the feudal system, who owned the land (known as a fief) provided to a knight in exchange for money and loyalty? caliph serf vassal lord
Emperor Justinian I of the Byzantine Empire was viewed as a __________, identifying his religious and secular roles. friar priest-king priest-king Muslim
In 1095, Pope Urban II called for Christians to take back the Holy Land from the Muslims. After a series of Crusades, the Christians were successful in driving out the Muslims and claiming the Holy Land for Christians. True False
Which of the following descriptions best identifies the storyline of Dante Alighieri's The Divine Comedy? a troubadour's travels through a medieval town a knight's courageous battle with an enemy the travels of Marco Polo a journey through hell, purgatory, and paradise
Which structure was constructed under the orders of Justinian I for use as a church, but was later turned into a mosque when Muslims conquered Constantinople? Notre Dame Cathedral Orthodox Church Hagia Sophia Shinto shrine
Which is NOT true about the Black Death? It was transmitted through flea bites. Trade between Europe, Asia, and other regions caused it to spread and kill millions of people. Once symptoms appeared, victims only lived a few days. Faith in the Church increased due to the Black Death.
Identify the individual who lived among the people and preached the word of the Church to counter and prevent heresy. friar priest-king monk Muslim
Choose the document that limited the rights of kings in England and became the foundation for U.S. documents, such as the Bill of Rights. Domesday Book Bible Magna Carta The Canterbury Tales
QUESTION 9 What did William the Conqueror order after taking the throne of England in 1066? all English convert to Islam more rights to the nobles and reduced taxes a survey to document the value of everyone's property the construction of the Hagia Sophia
Which two regions controlled most of the trade that occurred in Europe during the Middle Ages? France and Spain Italy and German towns Turkey and Greenland Portugal and France
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Under the feudal system, who owned the land (known as a fief) provided to a knight in exchange for money and loyalty? -> king/lord Emperor Justinian I of the Byzantine Empire was viewed as a __________, identifying his religious and secular roles. -> priest-king In 1095, Pope Urban II called for Christians to take back the Holy Land from the Muslims. After a series of Crusades, the Christians were successful in driving out the Muslims and claiming the Holy Land for Christians. -> False Which of the following descriptions best identifies the storyline of Dante Alighieri's The Divine Comedy? -> a journey through hell, purgatory, and paradise Which structure was constructed under the orders of Justinian I for use as a church, but was later turned into a mosque when Muslims conquered Constantinople? -> Hagia Sophia Which is NOT true about the Black Death? -> Faith in the Church increased due to the Black Death. Identify the individual who lived among the people and preached the word of the Church to counter and prevent heresy. -> friar Choose the document that limited the rights of kings in England and became the foundation for U.S. documents, such as the Bill of Rights. -> Magna Carta What did William the Conqueror order after taking the throne of England in 1066? -> a survey to document the value of everyone's property Which two regions controlled most of the trade that occurred in Europe during the Middle Ages? -> Italy and Germany
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In which region of early North America can the Serpent Mound, a burial mound that resembles an uncoiling serpent, be found? Great Plains Eastern Woodlands Far West Desert West
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The Kennewick Man refers to a discovery of skeletal remains of a man who was sacrificed to the Aztec gods. True False
To what did the Law of the Twelve Tables in ancient Rome refer? No more than twelve people could eat at a dinner table. Only twelve emperors could rule within a given dynasty. There were twelve large bronze tablets inscribed with laws. A gladiator would be set free if he won twelve consecutive tournaments.
Which early American civilization, whose descendants still dwell in the same area of the Yucatán peninsula of Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize, used the slash-and-burn technique to provide more land for agriculture? Inuit Maya Aztec Inca
Hey, I'm already giving you the answers which is against our rules in the first place >_> In which region of early North America can the Serpent Mound, a burial mound that resembles an uncoiling serpent, be found? -> Eastern Woodlands The Kennewick Man refers to a discovery of skeletal remains of a man who was sacrificed to the Aztec gods. -> False To what did the Law of the Twelve Tables in ancient Rome refer? -> There were twelve large bronze tablets inscribed with laws. Which early American civilization, whose descendants still dwell in the same area of the Yucatán peninsula of Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize, used the slash-and-burn technique to provide more land for agriculture? -> Maya
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All of the following are true about the Colosseum in ancient Rome EXCEPT: Each level used a different Greek architectural order. Water would occasionally fill the floor in order to hold mock sea battles. Gladiators and beasts would be held on the fourth level until the game started. Seventy-six exits were available for quick departure.
What was the primary cause of the Punic Wars in ancient Rome? Rome began a policy of imperialism to obtain more land. Roman officials felt threatened by Alexander the Great's conquest of Greece. The Aztecs invaded Rome, seeking more victims to sacrifice to the gods. Julius Caesar was stabbed and killed by his trusted adviser, Brutus.
All of the following are true about the Colosseum in ancient Rome EXCEPT: -> Gladiators and beasts would be held on the fourth level until the game started. What was the primary cause of the Punic Wars in ancient Rome? -> Rome began a policy of imperialism to obtain more land.
Which civilization created a number system using bars and dots, and based it on the number 20? Inca Aztecs Olmec Maya
Which emperor, known for his harsh rule and efforts to unite China, was the first emperor of China? Wudi Shi Huangdi Chandragupta Maurya Augustus Caesar
Which statement best explains where the Inca were located and how they adapted to their environment? They were located along the Yellow River in China and needed to build an irrigation system to bring water to the crops. Incas flourished along the Gulf of Mexico coast and grew crops along the coastline, which flooded each year. They settled along the Pacific Ocean in the northwestern territory of North America, and had to adapt by relying on sea animals for food. Incas settled along the Andes Mountains on the western coast of South America, and had to adapt by growing crops and raising animals based on the different ecological zones.
The terra-cotta warriors discovered in Xian, China, were created to protect the tomb of which emperor? Wudi Shi Huangdi Chandragupta Maurya Augustus Caesar
All of the following are accurate statements about the Han Dynasty (which controlled China from 202 BC-AD 220) EXCEPT: The emperor began a harsh Legalist form of government, dividing the region into 36 territories. The Han Dynasty began with a victorious rebellion led by a peasant named Liu Bang. The first leaders of the Han Dynasty promoted Confucianism, as it was believed they should be virtuous role models. The civil service system was developed during the Han Dynasty to provide the opportunity to enter the government based on merit
Which civilization created a number system using bars and dots, and based it on the number 20? -> Maya Which emperor, known for his harsh rule and efforts to unite China, was the first emperor of China? -> Shi Huangdi Which statement best explains where the Inca were located and how they adapted to their environment? -> Incas settled along the Andes Mountains on the western coast of South America, and had to adapt by growing crops and raising animals based on the different ecological zones. The terra-cotta warriors discovered in Xian, China, were created to protect the tomb of which emperor? -> Shi Huangdi
All of the following are accurate statements about the Han Dynasty (which controlled China from 202 BC-AD 220) EXCEPT: -> The emperor began a harsh Legalist form of government, dividing the region into 36 territories.
During Gupta India's golden age, many cultural and scientific achievements were made. What did Aryabhata contribute to this era? created great poetry and literature discovered that Earth rotated on an axis developed method to repair broken bones developed method for making silk
During Gupta India's golden age, many cultural and scientific achievements were made. What did Aryabhata contribute to this era? -> discovered that the earth rotated on an axis
What was the significance of Mt. Olympus in ancient Greek mythology? It was also called the Underworld, residence of Hades. This was the location where the Mycenaeans attacked Troy by hiding in the wooden horse. Mt. Olympus was the residence of twelve Greek gods, with Zeus as leader. Mt. Olympus was an open air theater used for dramatic performances of comedies and tragedies.
What was the significance of Mt. Olympus in ancient Greek mythology? -> Mt. Olympus was the residence of twelve Greek gods, with Zeus as leader.
Select the answer that best identifies the geography of Greece. subcontinent large, contiguous body of land several small islands one large island
several small islands
Which of the following is NOT part of the legacy left behind by the Roman Pax Romana? a system of approximately 50,000 roads connecting the cities of the Roman Empire concrete that was used to build aqueducts and buildings Italian, the official language of the Roman Empire; many English words have Italian roots Roman law, which inspired the civil law we use today
Italian, the official language of the Roman Empire; many English words have Italian roots
Which early American civilization founded their city, Tenochtitlán, on an island where an eagle was found sitting on a cactus, eating a snake? Inuit Maya Aztec Inca
What emperor issued the Edict of Milan, which permitted Christians to practice their religion without fear of persecution in Rome? Julius Caesar Augustus Caesar Nero Constantine
Which early American civilization founded their city, Tenochtitlán, on an island where an eagle was found sitting on a cactus, eating a snake? -> Aztec What emperor issued the Edict of Milan, which permitted Christians to practice their religion without fear of persecution in Rome? -> Constantine
How did the geography, climate, and environment affect what the early cultures of North America ate, the types of shelter constructed, and how the societies survived in that region? Provide specific examples for each region.
During the Hellenistic era, a library was built that held 500,000 scrolls and contained works relating to science and the literary arts. Where was this library located? Athens, Greece Rome, Italy Alexandria, Egypt Xian, China
Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations shared all of the following characteristics, EXCEPT: highly developed cities sea-related system of trading regular system of taxation women played a key role in society
Ancient Greek pottery was often black and red, as the iron in the clay caused the vessel to appear red, and then a black glaze was applied to the surface. True False
During the Hellenistic era, a library was built that held 500,000 scrolls and contained works relating to science and the literary arts. Where was this library located? -> Alexandria, Egypt Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations shared all of the following characteristics, EXCEPT: -> women played a key role in society Ancient Greek pottery was often black and red, as the iron in the clay caused the vessel to appear red, and then a black glaze was applied to the surface. -> True
Which Asian leader used a military of 600,000 soldiers and thousands of war elephants, cavalry, and chariots to extend the Indian Empire from Bengal to Afghanistan? Chandragupta Maurya Darius Shi Huangdi Kalidasa
Who was Alexander the Great? He commissioned the creation of terra-cotta warriors to protect his tomb. He vowed to govern using nonviolence after several bloody battles in his first year as emperor. He conquered most of Southwest Asia and the Near East, which resulted in the spread of Greek culture. He was the first emperor of the Roman Empire.
Which religion did Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan Empire convert to? Confucianism Daoism Buddhism Christianity
Which Asian leader used a military of 600,000 soldiers and thousands of war elephants, cavalry, and chariots to extend the Indian Empire from Bengal to Afghanistan? -> Chandragupta Maurya Who was Alexander the Great? -> He conquered most of the Western world, which resulted in the spread of Greek culture. Which religion did Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan Empire convert to? -> Buddhism
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Which of the following wars lasted from 431-404 BC and ended with the defeat of Athens? The Persian War The Peloponnesian War Hun Invasion The Punic Wars
The Olmec are considered the 'Mother Culture' of Mesoamerica. Where were they located? along the coast of the Gulf of Mexico near the Columbia River in Washington extending along the Andes mountain range in the Desert West
The Persian Wars successfully united which two civilizations to fight off outside invasions from Persia? Athens and Sparta Minoans and Mycenaeans China and India Rome and Turkey
Which of the following wars lasted from 431-404 BC and ended with the defeat of Athens? -> The Peloponnesian War The Olmec are considered the 'Mother Culture' of Mesoamerica. Where were they located? -> along the coast of the Gulf of Mexico The Persian Wars successfully united which two civilizations to fight off outside invasions from Persia? -> Athens and Sparta
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