Neolithic Revolution
Classical Era in the West
Classical Era in the East
The Middle Ages
Post Classical Asia
Who knows Thurman
100

This group of people created the 2nd law code, the Ten Commandments, that was the first law code based on right and wrong

Hebrews/Jews (Judaism)

100

These were created by the Persian Empire and later used by Rome

Roads

100

There are 5 major beliefs(Pillars) of Islam. Name 1

Confession of Faith, Prayer, Charity, Fasting, Pilgrimage

100

Justinian's Code was used by this Empire that remained after the Collapse of Rome

Byzantine

100

The Gold-Salt trade spread this religion throughout North Africa

Islam

100

What is Thurman's favorite superhero?

(A) Superman

(B) Batman

(C) Captain America

(D) The Incredible Hulk

(B) Batman

200

The Neolithic Revolution was transformative. Name 1 thing that changed as a result of the Neolithic Revolution.

Learned how to farm & Domesticate Animals. Developed Permanent Settlements

200

Name one of the architectural or engineering contributions of Rome.

Dome, Arches, Concrete, Aqueducts, Roads

200

This religion that started in India rejects the caste system and believes in the Four Noble Truths.

Buddhism

200

This is the branch of Christianity that has the Patriarch in charge

Eastern Orthodox

200

This monotheistic religion believes everyone is equal and is a combination of Hinduism & Islam

Sikhism

200

How old is Mr. Thurman

(A) 31

(B) 32

(C) 29

(D) 41

(A) 31

300

The Code of Hammurabi is an important law code from the River Valleys. What is the key phrase from this law code?

An Eye for an Eye

300

If Rome had Republic based on representatives, what kind of government did Athens have?

Democracy

300

This Classical East Civilization developed the concept of 0

The Gupta Empire

300

This helped cause the end of the Middle Ages by spreading trade

The Crusades

300

This horseback empire were great warriors that spread trade and invented the stirrup

The Mongols

300

What year did Mr. Thurman graduate High School?

(A) 2005

(B) 2009

(C) 2013

(D) 2018

(C) 2013

400

Mesopotamia was the first civilization. Name 1 of their other firsts

First Law Code, First Calendar, First Writing System, First Wheel

400

The United States took two legal concepts from the Roman Law Code the Twelve Tables. What are they?

All Equal under the Law, Innocent until Proven Guilty

400

Name 1 cultural contribution from the Islamic Caliphates

Geometric Designs in Art, Numbers

400

The Magna Carta limited the power of the King and granted people the right to this

Trial By Jury

400

This invention was created by the Tang Dynasty and was the first step towards creating cheaper books

Block Printing

400

How many years has Mr. Thurman taught at Molina 

(A) 2

(B) 6

(C) 10

(D) 5

(D) 5

500

All civilizations share the 5 traits of Civilization. Name ALL 5 Traits of Civilization.

Advanced Cities, Job Specialization, Complex Institutions (Religion/Government), Writing System, Advanced Technology-

500

The big 3 philosophers from Greece used Human Reason to understand the universe. Name them.

Socrates, Plato, Aristotle

500

The Roman Empire & The Han Dynasty collapse for similar reasons. List them

Too Big, Corruption, High Taxes, Invasions

500

This event helped cause the end of the Middle Ages by granting freedom & pay to peasants

The Black Death

500

Name the 4 inventions from the Song Dynasty

Paper Currency/Standardized Coins, Moveable Type Printing, Gunpowder, Compass

500

Who does THurman think is the best military general of all time?

(A) Napoleon Bonaparte

(B) Julius Caesar

(C) George Patton

(D)  

(A) Napoleon Bonaparte

600

The first group of people to systematically grow and store food lived during the ____________

Neolithic Age

600

Which factor most promoted the spread of ideas and products from ancient river valley civilizations of Egypt and Mesopotamia to the Greeks and Romans? 

A Disruption in Political Ties 

B Climate Change

C Trade Links

D Mountain Barriers

C Trade Links  

600

Match: African Gold Salt Trade 

1 Faith, Prayer, Charity, Fasting, Pilgrimage 

2 Under India, spread Islam through 

3 Muslims bring salt and leave with gold

 4 Muhammad, Koran, 5 Pillars 

5 Advances in Science, Treat Christians Well

3 Muslims bring salt and leave with gold

600

How did the Great Schism (1378 –1417) help bring an end to the Middle Ages in Western Europe?

A It greatly weakened the power and prestige of the Roman Catholic Church. 

B It prevented the Papacy from being moved from Rome to Avignon, France. 

C It led directly to a massive grain shortage, causing the starvation of millions of peasants. 

D It brought large numbers of European peasants under the direct control of the Catholic Church  

A It greatly weakened the power and prestige of the Roman Catholic Church

600

Identify the statement that best fits: Tang and Song

 1 Great Warriors, Spread Trade 

2 Invented Gunpowder, compass, paper currency, art is nature

3 Allowed European exploration to occur 

4 Everyone Equal, combination of Islam and Hinduism, from India

2 Invented Gunpowder, compass, paper currency, art is nature

600

Bonus 4000 points

What is Mr Thurman's Favorite christmas song?

I'll be home for christmas