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100
In the Middle East during neolithic times, the development of farming brought about A) the establishment of permanent settlements B) a return to a nomadic lifestyle C) the rise of hunting as an important occupation D) increased dependence on the exportation of oil
A) the establishment of permanent settlements
100
Which class of Sumerians held high positions in society because they learned how to write? A) merchants B) heads of households C) scribes D) artisans
C) scribes
100
How did the Nile River benefit Egyptians? A) Provided natural irrigation, fresh water, and fertilization B) Helped Egyptians sail to other nations to trade C) Flooded other nation’s fields D) Provided Egyptians with salt water to preserve fish
A) Provided natural irrigation, fresh water, and fertilization
100
Which of these actions did Ashoka take to spread Buddhism? A) He forced Hindu priests to convert to Buddhism B) He outlawed the practice of any religion other than Buddhism C) He sent missionaries throughout India and to other parts of Asia D) He required all Indians to become vegetarians and support charities
C) He sent missionaries throughout India and to other parts of Asia
100
Which of the following Chinese achievements was likely the most important to the development of trade? A) silk-making B) accurate calendar C) bronze artwork D) writing system
A) silk-making
200
Early peoples who moved frequently as they searched for the food they needed for survival are called A) Traders B) Farmers C) Archeologists D) Nomads
D) Nomads
200
Which was the main advantage of cuneiform script in the Mesopotamian social structure? A) It allowed laws to be written B) It permitted marriage registration C) It provided new ways to share technology D) It supported a system for tax records
A) It allowed laws to be written
200
For what is Egyptian civilization known? A) Kings, democracy, Hammurabi, and the Magna Carta B) Cave paintings, rock carvings, hieroglyphics, and mummies C) Farming, hieroglyphics, pharaohs, and mummification D) Wars, hunting and gathering, and the Declaration of Independence
C) Farming, hieroglyphics, pharaohs, and mummification
200
Which belief is most closely associated with the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha)? A) People are born into a specific caste B) Believers must follow the Ten Commandments C) Followers must fast during Ramadan D) People can overcome their desires by following the Eight-Fold Path
D) People can overcome their desires by following the Eight-Fold Path
200
Why did trading networks like the Silk Road develop? A) The trails were used for communication between groups B) People wanted to take land and to keep control of that land C) Travelers enjoyed exploring nearby lands after trading for spices D) Certain resources were not available in all areas
D) Certain resources were not available in all areas
300
What is the main reason the Neolithic Revolution is considered a turning point in world history? A) Fire was used as a source of energy for the first time. B) Spoken language was used to improve communication C) Domestication of animals and cultivation of crops led to settled communities D) Stone tools and weapons were first developed
C) Domestication of animals and cultivation of crops led to settled communities
300
The ancient Hebrews were the first religious tradition to practice which of the following? A) sacrifices B) ancestor worship C) holy pilgrimages D) monotheism
D) monotheism
300
For what did Egyptians use mummification? A) To be buried with all of the favorite things B) To attempt to live forever in the afterlife C) To make sure they were really dead D) To please to gods
B) To attempt to live forever in the afterlife
300
Which was a long-term effect of ancient trade routes? A) the spread of religions throughout the trade routes B) the spread of unifying systems of government C) colonization of weaker nations along the trade routes D) use of silk throughout ancient and modern societies
A) the spread of religions throughout the trade routes
300
What was the main purpose of the Great Wall of China? A) to create a boundary between China and its neighbors B) to serve as an observatory for astronomers and scientists C) to protect China from earthquakes and other natural disasters D) to spread the ideas of Chinese civilizations to the rest of the world
A) to create a boundary between China and its neighbors
400
Many archaeologists believe that early hunters and gatherers migrated from Asia to North America. What had the climate and Earth mostly likely entered during this time? A) a severe drought B) an era of global warming C) a long ice age D) an age of volcanic activity
C) a long ice age
400
Which of the following best proves Mesopotamian religion was polytheistic? A) They believed in one god B) They believed in hundreds of gods C) They used the plow for agriculture D) They believed in demons
B) They believed in hundreds of gods
400
Which type of writing did the Egyptians use on temples and tombs? A) Cuneiform B) Greek Alphabet C) Hieroglyphics D) Sanskrit
C) Hieroglyphics
400
Which belief is shared between Hindus and Buddhists? A) Everyone should have the same social status B) People should pray five times a day C) The soul can be reincarnated D) Material wealth is a sign of the blessing of the gods
C) The soul can be reincarnated
400
The term empire is best defined as A) a political unit that has a common religious faith B) a government ruled by the consent of the people C) an extensive territory under the rule of a single authority D) a country that requires conquered peoples to assimilate
C) an extensive territory under the rule of a single authority
500
What is one of the reasons that many historians study geography? A) It helps predict changes in government B) It shows connections between people and places C) It tells when events took place D) It explores the value systems of early people
B) It shows connections between people and places
500
Which of the following epics is the world’s oldest known story? A) Iliad B) Odyssey C) Epic of Gilgamesh D) Mahabharata
C) Epic of Gilgamesh
500
In what way does geography help explain the rise of both the Egyptian civilization and the Sumerian civilization? A) Both civilizations developed along the seacoast B) Both civilizations developed along river valleys C) Both civilizations developed near mountains D) Both civilizations developed on islands
B) Both civilizations developed along river valleys
500
According to Buddhist principles, believers can end personal suffering by A) doing good deeds B) eliminating selfish desires C) making pilgrimages to Mecca D) relying on divine help
B) eliminating selfish desires
500
What was the main contribution of Emperor Shi Huangdi to China? A) He established a public education system in China B) He required citizens to use the Mongol language C) He unified most of China under one government D) He encouraged acceptance of the Hindu religion
C) He unified most of China under one government