World History
What is the earliest known writing system?
Cuneiform
How many amendments are there to the constitution?
27
What was the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation?
The Emancipation Proclamation was significant as it declared all slaves in Confederate-held territory to be free and allowed Black men to enlist in the Union army.
What were the 5 primary triggers of WWI?
Which West African king is famous for his 1324 pilgrimage to Mecca, during which he distributed so much gold that it caused inflation in Egypt?
Mansa Musa
What technological advancement sped up the weaving process, contributing to the Industrial Revolution?
What was the name of the First U.S. Constitution and what was wrong with it?
The Articles of Confederation, lack of strong central government, could not levy taxes, regulate interstate commerce, etc.
How many people died as a cause of the Salem Witch Trials?
25 (20 executed, 5 in jail)
Who was the primary architect of the Protestant Reformation in Europe?
Martin Luther
What medieval kingdom, located in modern-day Ethiopia, is considered one of Africa’s oldest Christian civilizations and home to the Ark of the Covenant (according to tradition)?
The Kingdom of Aksum
Which disease helped the Haitians win their independence from France and how?
Yellow Fever
Who is the only president to have also served as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?
William Howard Taft
What was the major concern for Northerners regarding the outcome of the Mexican-American War?
Expansion of slavery into newly acquired Western Territory
What was the main consequence of the Treaty of Versailles signed at the end of World War I?
The Treaty of Versailles imposed harsh reparations on Germany and redrew the map of Europe, leading to resentment and contributing to the conditions that fueled World War II.
Queen Amina, a legendary 16th-century warrior, ruled which Hausa city-state famous for its military expansion and walled cities?
Zazzau (in present-day Nigeria)
Which Chinese dynasty is often referred to as the "Golden Age" due to its advancements in art, literature, and technology?
The Tang Dynasty
Who decides the next president if there's a tie or if no candidate reaches 270 electoral college votes and what amendment decides this?
The House of Representatives, 12th
How did the Espionage Act affect civil liberties during WW1?
The Espionage Act significantly restricted freedom of speech and press by punishing individuals who criticized the government or hindered the war effort, leading to widespread suppression of dissent and curtailment of civil liberties.
What event is often regarded as the beginning of the Renaissance in Europe?
The fall of Constantinople to the Ottoman Empire in 1453 led to the migration of Greek scholars to Western Europe, sparking a renewed interest in classical learning and culture, thus marking the beginning of the Renaissance.
What East African trading civilization, blending Bantu and Arabic cultures, dominated coastal trade from the 10th–15th centuries and spoke Swahili?
The Swahili Coast city-states (e.g., Kilwa, Mogadishu)
During British colonization in India, what was the major technological advancement that helped the country?
An extensive railway system
What is horse race journalism and why is it harmful?
Extensive focus on candidate polls, reducing the complexity of political debate and tension.
How did the policies of the Jeffersonian era compare to the Jacksonian era?
The policies of the Jeffersonian era emphasized agrarianism, limited government, and strict interpretation of the Constitution, while the Jacksonian era saw a rise in populism, expansion of suffrage, and the promotion of westward expansion.
Who was the leader of the Norman conquest of England in 1066?
William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy, led the Norman conquest of England, resulting in the Battle of Hastings and the establishment of Norman rule over England.
The Kingdom of Kush, which conquered Egypt in the 8th century BCE, was located in what present-day African country?
Sudan