Culture, Identity, & Skills
What helped West African kingdoms become rich?
Trade
Which invention of China helped spread ideas more quickly?
The printing press
What does it mean to be an absolute monarch?
a king or queen who has total power or control over their people's lives
What does it mean for a country to "industrialize"?
To make things by machine in factories
Which country was forced to take the blame for World War 1 and pay reparations?
Germany
Which West African kingdom was known for its great wealth and the ruler Mansa Musa?
Mali
What was the purpose of the civil service exam in Chinese society?
To select government officials
Which of the following groups in the feudal system held ownership over a medieval manor?
Nobles
Who is responsible for answering the three BIG economic questions in a Communist system?
The Government
World War II began when Germany invaded—
Poland
Why were roads so important to the Incas?
helped with travel, communication, and trade
Which city became a major center of learning during the Islamic Golden Age?
Baghdad
Which concept argues that a government's power comes from the approval of the people, not from God, kings, or armies?
Consent of the Governed
Which of the following describes a motivation for European Imperialism during the late 1800s?
Find new markets and sources of raw materials
During World War Two, which countries were part of the Axis Powers?
Germany, Italy, Japan
Which farming method was used by the Incas in the Andes Mountains?
terrace farming
This exchanged goods, animals, and diseases across the Atlantic Ocean.
Columbian Exchange
What did Louis XIV mean when he said, "I am the State?"
the king was the government and held all the power
What happened to cities as a result of the Industrial Revolution?
Urbanization or cities Exploded in growth with little to no planning
“The United States entered World War II after Japan attacked Pearl Harbor.” Where is Pearl Harbor located?
Hawaii
Which religion proclaims the Muhammed is the final prophet of God?
Islam
What was a major purpose of the Triangular Trade?
The exchange of goods and slaves.
Absolute monarchs often claimed their authority came from where?
divine right or God
Which countries are still Communist today?
China, Vietnam, North Korea, Cuba
Which event ended World War II in the Pacific?
The atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.