Neolithic Revolution
The development of agriculture during the Neolithic Revolution directly led to:
The establishment of permanent settlements
Which feature is shared by all early river valley civilizations?
Dependence on seasonal flooding
In ancient Athens, women were primarily responsible for:
Domestic and household tasks
How did the Hundred Years’ War contribute to the decline of feudalism?
It led to the rise of standing armies controlled by monarchs, reducing the power of nobles.
Judaism is distinct among ancient religions because of its:
Belief in a single, all-powerful God
Why were early civilizations often located near rivers?
For transportation, fertile land, and water supply
What made the Indus Valley Civilization unique compared to others?
Large, planned cities with advanced drainage systems
What is a core principle of Roman law that influenced the idea of "innocent until proven guilty"?
Everyone is presumed innocent until evidence demonstrates guilt.
Which innovation from the Song Dynasty revolutionized trade and commerce in China and beyond?
The use of paper money for the first time
What religion emphasizes the Five Pillars, including daily prayer and fasting during Ramadan?
Islam
In many ancient civilizations, the family structure was:
Patriarchal and centered on male authority
Why was record-keeping important for early civilizations?
To track trade, taxes, and laws
Where did Buddhism originate, and who founded it?
India; Siddhartha Gautama
What major impact did the Mongol invasions have on China?
The establishment of the Yuan Dynasty by Kublai Khan
An innovation attributed to the Song Dynasty is:
Moveable type printing
What was the primary change in human life brought about by the Neolithic Revolution?
Humans transitioned from hunting and gathering to agriculture.
A key characteristic of theocracy is:
Rule by religious leaders or principles
Which democratic principle, originating in classical Greece, is central to the American political system?
Citizen participation in government through voting
How did the Crusades weaken the feudal system in Europe?
Nobles and knights sold land or lost wealth while funding Crusade campaigns.
Why were rivers essential for the growth of ancient civilizations?
They provided resources for agriculture and trade.
Which of the following best describes the significance of domestication during the Neolithic Revolution?
It allowed humans to settle in one place by raising animals for food and labor.
The Huang He (Yellow) River in ancient China was also called the "River of Sorrows" because:
Its floods often caused destruction and death
What key feature of Roman government influenced the structure of the U.S. government?
A system of representatives elected by citizens to serve in a legislative body
How did the Black Death challenge the authority of the Catholic Church?
Many people lost faith in the Church due to its inability to prevent or explain the plague.
What was a key good traded by West African kingdoms in the gold-salt trade?
Salt/gold