LA History
LA Culture
LA Geography + Econ.
Europe History
Europe Culture
100
1.The indigenous people of Central America adopted Christianity and the Spanish language. This is an example of what? 6.1A
a. One way cultures of Central America were influenced by Spanish colonization
b. How influential the pope was in the colonial Central America
c. One way trade routes bring out cultural diversity
d. How the conquistadors eradicated the Aztec culture
a. One way cultures of Central America were influenced by Spanish colonization
100
7. Enslaved Africans greatly influenced the culture in the Caribbean. Which is an example of their cultural influence in the region? 6.2A
a. Mining became a primary economic activity
b. Mayan dances became popular
c. Origins of reggae music in the Caribbean region (example. Calypso)
d. Women gained more rights
c. Origins of reggae music in the Caribbean region (example. Calypso)
100
2. Which number indicates Panama Canal? 6.3C
2
100
1. *Leonardo Da Vinci (1452-1519)
*Raphael (1483-1520)
*Claude Monet (1840-1926)
*Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890)
*Pablo Picasso (1881-1973)
European culture was heavily influenced by the above listed men because they: - 6.2B
a. introduced new political ideas
b. created folktales and stories
c. composed famous symphonies
d. produced master works of art
d. produced master works of art
100
8. In which countries could you visit the Mediterranean Sea?
a. Germany, Norway, Finland
b. United Kingdom, France, Belgium
c. Poland, Russia, Ukraine
d. Italy, Spain, France
d. Italy, Spain, France
200
10. Cattle Ranching was introduced in South America during which event? 6.2B
a. Columbian Exchange
b. Louisiana Purchase
c. Destruction of the Mayan Empire
d. Growth of the Aztec Empire
a. Columbian Exchange
200
8. Over the years, several European languages replaced many indigenous languages in the Caribbean. This is an example of… 6.15D
a. Cultural diffusion
b. Conquering
c. Totalitarianism
d. Borrowing
a. Cultural diffusion
200
15. Enslaved Africans were responsible for the cultural diffusion of dance, foods, and music in South America. 6.15A
a. True
b. False
a. True
200
7. In many of the past centuries of Europe, the majority of European governments have been -
a. Anarchies
b. Democracies
c. Oligarchies
d. Monarchies
d. Monarchies
200
2. Europe is known as a tourist destination, visited by people around the world. Service industries that are supported by tourism include which of the following:
a. Railroads used for travel
b. Restaurants near landmarks and hotels
c. Guided tours of landmarks like the Colosseum
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
300
3. Ancient ruins like the picture above are found in Latin America. This means they likely belong to...
a. Ancient Rome
b. Cherokee American Indians
c. The Inuit of Canada
d. Mayans in Mexico
d. Mayans in Mexico
300
6. Many people in the U.S. speak Spanish. This is because
a. Many people immigrate from Mexico into the U.S.
b. Spanish is a beautiful language
c. Many documents are written in Spanish and English
d. Spanish is easier than other languages
a. Many people immigrate from Mexico into the U.S.
300
12. A feature is located in a tropical climate region, which indicates that it is located in latitudes that are--- WG.4A
a. near the equator
b. considered mid-latitudes
c. farthest from the equator
d. closest to the Atlantic Ocean
a. near the equator
300
9. American soldiers during WWII often brought home items from Europe like clothing and food. This represents a spreading of -
a. History
b. Language
c. Culture
d. Government
c. Culture
300
3. Blending cultures can have positive effects like food fusions and shared holidays. However, negative effects of cultural diffusion might include:
a. Neighborhoods with a variety of different cultural restaurants
b. Tensions and conflicts over different religious beliefs
c. Parades for cultural holidays like Carnival
d. Appreciation for different cultures and practices
b. Tensions and conflicts over different religious beliefs
400
9. The migration pattern in which significant numbers of enslaved Africans were brought to the Caribbean was created by—WG.7B
a. The need for a growing population
b. A diverse culture
c. The desire to colonize a new area
d. The introduction of sugarcane to Latin America
d. The introduction of sugarcane to Latin America
400
14. Cultural diffusion is -
a. A blending of ingredients to make a cultural dish
b. A blending of traditions, languages, and other elements from two or more cultures
c. Spreading of diseases across multiple continents
d. Spreading rumors from place to place
b. A blending of traditions, languages, and other elements from two or more cultures
400
4. Fill in the blank… 6.5C
Process of Land Uses in Central America
?
Farmers move in and grow crops
Farmers leave to make room for cattle
Cattle farmers use the land for graze
a. Homes are built on open land
b. Cattle are sold and exported
c. Reforestation begins
d. Cutting down rainforests to clear land for farming
d. Cutting down rainforests to clear land for farming
400
6. The European Union has benefited many European countries by:
a. Teaching the same languages
b. Supporting the economies of other European countries
c. Supporting an overthrow of governments they don’t like
d. Importing all essential goods from America
b. Supporting the economies of other European countries
400
4. Over the centuries, Europe has been a crossroads between the continents of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. This has resulted in -
a. Too many roads overlapping in a confusing mess
b. Everyone celebrates every holiday
c. Europeans learn multiple languages due to cultural diffusion
d. Everyone speaks the same language
c. Europeans learn multiple languages due to cultural diffusion
500
5. Diego Rivara is a well known Mexican painter throughout North and Central America. Here is an example of one of his artworks. His creations communicate what? 6.16B 6.19C
a. Women’s rights
b. Political corruption
c. Historical appreciation
d. Environmental conditions
c. Historical appreciation
500
11. Religion and language patterns changed significantly in South America due to… 6.3B
a. The colonization of Asia
b. The migration of European colonists
c. The vast number of enslaved Africans
d. Natives changing economic practices
b. The migration of European colonists
500
16.Which countries are culturally unique in Latin America because Spanish is not the primary language in either place —WG.5A
a. Guatemala and Honduras
b. Brazil and Haiti
c. Panama and Brazil
d. Honduras and Haiti
b. Brazil and Haiti
500
10. Which of the following demonstrates a “pull” factor for this region?
a. People moving to industrialized European cities for better jobs
b. Leaving Europe because of violent attacks
c. Farming in Europe for profit
d. Leaving Europe to live near family
a. People moving to industrialized European cities for better jobs
500
5. Literacy rate describes -
a. The number of people who can do math
b. The number of people who speak English
c. The number of people who can read and write
d. The smartest people in the world
c. The number of people who can read and write