Neolithic Revolution
Were Hunter-gatherers nomadic or sedentary?
Nomadic
What are some of the achievements of Ancient Rome?
A sophisticated road system, bridges, aqueducts and buildings with arches
Which two religions did Judaism serve as the foundation for?
Christianity and Islam
In the feudal system, what did the king provide to his Barons?
Land
What is the practice of bandaging women's feet in China to make them less mobile called?
Footbinding
Where did civilizations begin to develop?
River-Valleys
What geographical features made Ancient Greece rely on trade to make a living?
Hilly Terrain/Many Islands/Rocky Soil/Coast
Which practice/beliefs main idea is that the importance of having a good moral character, which can then affect the world around that person through the idea of “cosmic harmony.” If the emperor has moral perfection, his rule will be peaceful and benevolent.
Confucianism/Confucius
What is the main factor that led to both the fall of Han and the fall of Rome?
Invasion
What was the series of wars fought between Christians and Muslims for control of the Holy Land during the Middle Ages called?
Crusades
What were the main two factors that led to the neolithic revolution?
Farming(agriculture) and domestication of animals
Which ancient civilization used the mandate of heaven to determine rulers?
Ancient China
Who founded Buddhism?
Siddhartha Gautama
What is the great schism of 1054?
The separation of the church into two branches: Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox due to different beliefs and practices.
What two products were being traded in northwest Africa?
Gold and Salt
Name the missing civilization from the period: China, Indus, Egypt, and ___________
Mesopotamia
Who spread Greek culture across Europe and Asia?
Alexander the Great
What is the major difference between Shi’a Islam and Sunni Islam?
Who should serve as the leader, Caliph
Why did feudalism and manorialism develop in Europe during the Middle Ages?
A need for stability and protection after the Fall of Rome
What are some inventions from the Tang and Song Dynasties?
Gunpowder/Compass/Papermaking/Crossbow/Block Printing/etc.
What are the 6 characteristics of a civilization?
Religion, Art, Writing, Cities, Government, Social Structures
Which ancient civilization developed the concept Rule of law?
Ancient Rome
What are the five pillars of Islam?
Prayer/Pilgrimage/Faith/Charity/Fasting
What document ensured that the King of England had to give each man the right to due process and trial by jury?
Magna Carta
What impact did the Black Death have on Europe?
1/3 population lost/anti-Semitism grew/labor shortage/serfs escaped land and went to cities to find jobs