Greece
Which of the following was a Greek achievement?
A. Alphabet
B. Gunpowder
C. Drama and theater
D. Castles
C. Drama and theater
What did assemblies and tribunes do?
Protected the rights of common people
What is the Safavid Empire known for?
Its contributions to art and culture in Persia
What river helped early African civilizations thrive?
Niger
Explain Japanese Feudalism.
Diamyo (Japanese landowners) hired samurai to protect their land. The samurai might have peasants farm the land for them.
What are the principles of Confucianism?
Ren & Li
What started the Peloponnesian War?
Athens tried to control all of Greece
What was the purpose of the Senate?
Advise leaders and control finances
What is the Ottoman Empire known for?
Controlling trade routes between Europe and Asia
What made Ghana rich?
Salt & Gold
Why did people turn to Pure Land Buddhism?
It was easier and cheaper
What is Neo-Confucianism?
A form of Confucianism that emphasized good behavior but was more spiritual
How did Sparta differ from Athens?
Sparta focused on military
What role did magistrates play in Roman government?
Enforced laws and led the army
Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?
A. Giving to charity
B. Fasting during Ramadan
C. Praying five times daily
D. Studying the Bible
D. Studying the Bible
What is oral history?
History passed down by word of mouth
What is Pure Land Buddhism?
A simple form of Buddhism focused on faith
What philosophy influenced Chinese government?
Confucianism
Who fought in the Persian Wars?
Persia and Greece
What is a republic?
Rule by elected leaders
What is the name of the god Muslims worship?
Muhammad
What is animism?
The belief that bodies of water, animals, trees, and other natural objects would have spirits.
What did Japan borrow from China?
Government and writing
Why did Buddhism lose influence in China?
Confucian scholars criticized it
What made Cyrus the Great different from other rulers?
He allowed people to keep their customs
Why is Rome's early history a mystery?
It was passed down by legends
What type of religion is Islam, monotheistic or polytheistic?
Monotheistic
What is a griot?
Storyteller
What did the Shinto religion teach?
Respect for nature and ancestors
What religion came to China from India?
Buddhism