WEST AFRICA 1
MESOAMERICA
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WEST AFRICA 2
100
Which conclusion can be drawn from a study of the early civilizations of Mali, Songhai, and Great Zimbabwe?
These societies had a long and rich history before their first contact with Europeans.
100
One of the most accomplished Incan rulers was Huayna Capac who ruled shortly before the arrival of the Spanish. Like the Incan rulers before him, Huayna Capac continued building and improving the system of roads that connected the various areas of the Incan Empire.
Which statement best describes the primary achievement of Huayna Capec based on this description?
Expanding the empire
100
Elements of Olmec Culture
- early writing system
- calendar with zero
- ballgame with rubber balls
- primitive compass
Based on the information, which conclusion about the Olmec culture can be reached?
The Olmec laid much of the foundation for Meso-American cultures that followed
100
The trans-Saharan trade carried out by West African civilizations was primarily based on an exchange of what?
Gold and Salt
200
Why was Timbuktu a good location?
It was located near major trade routes.
200
When comparing the Aztec and Incan civilizations and considering the differences in domesticated animal usage, which of the following statements can be concluded?
The Mesoamerican culture used water and slaves to transport goods. The South American culture took advantage of domesticated animals and the technology of the wheel.
200
Which statement describes the reign of Pacal the Great?
Pacal ruled the Maya during a time of flourishing of art and architecture.
200
In the 14th century a famous hajj took place resulting in serious inflation affecting economies all along the long-distance trade routes. Which is the correct leader/region for this event?
Mansu Musa/ Sub-Saharan Africa
300
Which statement best explains the long-term effects the spread of Islam had on slavery in Africa?
Islamic laws resulted in emancipating slaves after a master's death.
300
What duty did priests have in Aztec, Inca, and Mayan civilizations?
They offered sacrifices to please the gods.
300
Which statement best describes the significance of the “rightly-guided” caliphs?
The rightly guided caliphs were the first Islamic leaders after Muhammed.
300
In which way were Swahili city-states similiar to West African empires such as Ghana, Mali and Songhai?
They implemented a system of taxation.
400
What were the main sources of government income for the Songhai Empire?
tribute from the five provinces and taxes on trade
400
Which feature of religious worship did the Aztecs and Incas share?
Both cultures used human sacrifices to please the gods.
400
Which statement is one of the core beliefs of Sunni Muslims?
Sunni Muslims believe Abu Bakr was the rightful successor of Muhammad.
400
How did the fall of Timbuktu symbolize the downfall of all the West African empires?
Timbuktu, like all the West African empires, fell due to a desire to possess control over the gold and salt trade.
500
Which factor led to the fall of the Mali Empire?
the desire of smaller states to break free of the empire
500
What was the title of the political leader of both the Aztec and Incan societies?
Emperor
500
Study the information in the textbox and answer the question below.
• had rituals conducted by priests
• believed in human and animal sacrifices
• believed that the most important deity was the sun god
• believed that the forces of heaven and earth intersected at Tenochtitlán
Which Mesoamerican religious group is described in the box?
Aztec
500
What caused the fall of the Ghana Empire in the mid-1200s?
Muslim raiders wanted converts and control of the trade routes.
600
Which type of political rule was common in sub-Saharan Africa prior to the rise of ancient empires?
familial
600
This movie takes information from what two Mesoamerican civilizations?
Aztec and Maya
600
When comparing the Aztec and Incan civilizations regarding the role of women, which of the following statements is correct?
Aztec women received high honor for bearing warrior sons, and Incan leaders selected virgin women to serve the ruler.
600
Which statement best explains the reason Islam developed in ancient Ghana?
It was brought by Muslim merchants wanting to conduct trade.