World History A Exam Review
Spain and Portugal competed over territory in the Americas as a result of the voyages of Ferdinand Magellan. Vasco da Gama. Bartolomeu Dias. Christopher Columbus.
Christopher Columbus.
Which explorer is known for being the first to circumnavigate the globe, yet died in Asia before completing his journey? Christopher Columbus Bartolomeu Dias Vasco da Gama Ferdinand Magellan
Ferdinand Magellan
What was the primary reason hunter-gatherers kept moving? Larger groups moved in and took over territory. Food sources became scarce. Smaller groups broke off from main groups and moved on. Water sources became scarce.
Food sources became scarce.
The Western Roman Empire finally collapsed when the final emperor was driven from power. Who forced the emperor from power? the Huns Germanic tribes the Byzantine Empire the Catholic Church
Germanic tribes
About ten thousand years ago, climate change began to impact early humans' lives. How did the climate change? It got colder. It got warmer. It got wetter. It got drier.
It got warmer.
Which describes how plague affected the Byzantine Empire? It killed many residents. It killed few residents. It killed Islamic invaders. It killed Emperor Justinian I
It killed many residents.
In what country did the Renaissance begin? Italy France Spain Germany
Italy
Which best states how major works produced during the High Renaissance, such as Mona Lisa, affected European culture? Major works produced during the High Renaissance emphasized beauty and led to a revival of classical influence. Major works produced during the High Renaissance emphasized spirituality and led to a revival of church influence. Major works produced during the High Renaissance emphasized naturalism and led to a revival of secular influence. Major works produced during the High Renaissance emphasized science and led to a revival of scientific influence.
Major works produced during the High Renaissance emphasized beauty and led to a revival of classical influence.
Buddhism originated during which empire? Aryan Indus Gupta Mauryan
Mauryan
Where do Muslim pilgrims travel to as part of their religion? Sharia Qur'an Mecca Islam
Mecca
Why were banks created in medieval England? The new middle class required small loans. People wanted a safe place to store expensive items. The increase in population meant an increase in currency. Merchants needed a place to exchange currency from other countries.
Merchants needed a place to exchange currency from other countries.
What was the earliest religion practiced in Japan? Buddhism Shintoism Confucianism Taoism
Shintoism
What was the reason for Julius Caesar's assassination? Many Romans wanted a strong leader instead of the weak Caesar. Influential Romans were opposed to the expansion of Rome's territory. Many people were unhappy with Caesar because of Rome's military defeats. Some people feared Caesar wanted to become king and destroy the republic.
Some people feared Caesar wanted to become king and destroy the republic.
The Peloponnesian War began after Sparta attacked Athens by land. Sparta attacked Athens by sea. Athens attacked Sparta by land. Athens attacked Sparta by sea.
Sparta attacked Athens by land.
Jesus of Nazareth eventually became known as Jesus Christ. Christ comes from the Greek word for "beloved." "godlike." "king." "savior."
"savior."
Which dynasty was in power during Islam's Golden Age? Abbasid Umayyad Persian Byzantine
Abbasid
Who wrote nearly half of the books of the New Testament? Jesus King James Matthew Paul
Paul
Which event immediately followed the storming of the Bastille? Peasants began attacking the aristocracy. Louis XVI stepped down. The Estates-General was dissolved. Government troops attacked the National Assembly.
Peasants began attacking the aristocracy.
What enabled the Mongols to invade Kiev? Russian rulers were not strong enough to reunify Kiev. The element of surprise worked in the Mongols' favor. Kiev's territory was far too enormous to defend. The Russian military gave up and surrendered.
Russian rulers were not strong enough to reunify Kiev.
Which group established Great Zimbabwe? Arab Zapotec Shona Swahili
Shona
Which city became the cultural center of the Hellenistic civilization? Alexandria Athens Babylon Byzantium
Alexandria
Which list states events in the rise of Macedonia in the correct chronological order? i. Philip II conquered Greece.ii. The Peloponnesian War ended.iii. Alexander III became king.iv. Athens and Sparta declined. i. Alexander III became king.ii. The Peloponnesian War ended.iii. Philip II conquered Greece.iv. Athens and Sparta declined. i. Athens and Sparta declined.ii. The Peloponnesian War ended.iii. Alexander III became king.iv. Philip II conquered Greece. i. The Peloponnesian War ended.ii. Athens and Sparta declined.iii. Philip II conquered Greece.iv. Alexander III became king.
i. The Peloponnesian War ended.ii. Athens and Sparta declined.iii. Philip II conquered Greece.iv. Alexander III became king.
Which of these is the most common characteristic of a political map? identification of cities, states, and countries presence of topography and boundaries labels for continents and oceans key for natural resources
identification of cities, states, and countries
A humanities curriculum is one that is taught only in Greek or Latin languages. emphasizes military tactics and strategies. focuses primarily on religious teachings. includes instruction in philosophy and history.
includes instruction in philosophy and history.
Which description best summarizes why the feudal system benefited all its members? courage interdependence self-sufficiency generosity
interdependence
With the creation of the cuneiform system, scribes were able to keep records of government. travel to distant lands. irrigate dry farmlands. halt the yearly river floods.
keep records of government.
Elements of Swahili culture such as ___________ continue to play a major role in modern Africa, especially in Kenya and Tanzania.
language
The Western Church and the Eastern Church differed in what area? beliefs leadership clergy artwork
leadership
The Twelve Tables of the Roman Republic were a written declaration of war. legal code. description of social classes. plan for government.
legal code.
Because of the Great Schism, the Church in medieval society lost domination of education. support of the emperor. political and cultural influence. income from lay investiture.
political and cultural influence.
Which invention helped spread the Italian Renaissance across Europe? bicycles printing presses carriages microscopes
printing presses
The main role of women in Sparta was to learn how to read and write. prepare for government service. raise warriors and instill Spartan values. run their estates if husbands went to war.
raise warriors and instill Spartan values.
Both girls and boys in Sparta had military training. received an education. prepared to serve in government. played sports but did not fight.
received an education.
A republic is a government run by generals. kings and queens. representatives of the people. religious leaders.
representatives of the people.
The working people of France were called the nobility. laborers. bourgeoisie. sans-coulotte.
sans-coulotte.
Both the Magna Carta and the Petition of Right addressed issues related to war. property. taxation. religion.
taxation.
What caused Europe's population to increase, to provoke its interest in trade, and provided its population with large amounts of gold and silver? the Commercial Revolution the Columbian Exchange the Triangular Trade the mercantilism economy
the Columbian Exchange
Which culture was the first Mesoamerican civilization? the Aztecs the Mayas the Olmecs the Zapotecs
the Olmecs
Early irrigation systems brought river water to forests. mountains. oceans. fields.
fields
The Roman Empire created the world's first irrigation system. network of roads. system of writing. firefighting brigades.
firefighting brigades.
Women in Roman society had the right to vote in elections. run for office. own property. choose who to marry.
own property.
The best definition of nationalism is devotion and loyalty to one's race. region. religion. country.
country.
Read this introduction to an argumentative essay. On election day, voters can go to the polls and cast their vote, or stay away and let others decide. In some countries, voters do not have that choice; they must go to the polls or face serious consequences. A compulsory voting law would require all citizens to cast a vote, but it would not require them to cast an informed vote. As a result, a compulsory voting law should not be passed in the United States because it would be bad for the electoral process. Which states the main argument of the essay? the first sentence the second sentence the third sentence the fourth sentence
the fourth sentence
The city of Jerusalem was significant to Muslims because it was the site of the ancient temple built by Solomon. a symbol of Islam due to their pope residing there. the place where Muhammad was said to have ascended to heaven. the place where Muhammad founded the Muslim religion.
the place where Muhammad was said to have ascended to heaven.
Which feature of Timbuktu helped make it a center of intellectual advances and culture? the library the mosque the museum the university
the university
Which leader was defeated by Francisco Pizarro? Bartolomé Montezuma Cortés Atahualpa
Atahualpa
In what way was the feudal system like the Roman Empire? Both were based on cooperation between rich and poor. Both emphasized education for all. Both centralized the European government. Both provided structure to people's lives.
Both provided structure to people's lives.
Which best explains how religious tolerance helped the Ottoman and Mughal Empires succeed? By showing religious tolerance, both empires maintained stability and earned loyalty from different peoples. By showing religious tolerance, both empires maintained power and earned new converts to Islam. By showing religious tolerance, both empires created new religions and earned loyalty from different peoples. By showing religious tolerance, both empires created new religions and earned new converts to Islam.
By showing religious tolerance, both empires maintained stability and earned loyalty from different peoples.
The Ottoman Empire grew and expanded after it conquered the Mughal Empire. Byzantine Empire. Gupta Empire. Roman Empire.
Byzantine Empire.
Which statement best defines the teachings of John Calvin? Calvin taught his followers that salvation could be achieved through faith, but not through good works. Calvin taught his followers that human beings needed to follow strict rules to overcome their nature and do good. Calvin taught his followers that they could reduce punishment for their sins by giving generously to the church. Calvin taught his followers that priests and popes were closer to God than their churchgoers.
Calvin taught his followers that human beings needed to follow strict rules to overcome their nature and do good.
One of the long-reaching effects of the Spanish conquest was the spread of what religion across the Americas? Buddhism Hinduism Catholicism Protestantism
Catholicism
How did Napoleon help to restore the Catholic Church in France? He allowed the Pope to nominate the bishops. He allowed exemption from taxes for all Catholics. He declared that only Catholics could serve in government. He declared Catholicism the official religion of France.
He declared Catholicism the official religion of France.
How did Robert de La Salle help extend France's influence in the New World? He explored and established colonies in Canada. He explored Hudson Bay, the Hudson River, and the Hudson Strait. He explored the Pacific Ocean and Hawaii. He explored the Mississippi River and built trading posts on it.
He explored the Mississippi River and built trading posts on it.
Which explains why sultan Suleiman I of the Ottoman Empire was called "Suleiman the Magnificent?" He created Istanbul during the early part of the Empire's history. He oversaw advances during a peak in the Empire's history. He built the Taj Mahal during a peak in the Empire's history. He conquered India during the early part of the Empire's history.
He oversaw advances during a peak in the Empire's history.
What caused Siddhartha Gautama to seek wisdom? He was taught the customs of the peoples he met travelling India. He saw suffering in the world and sought wisdom to end it. He was converted to Buddhism by Emperor Ashoka. He sought enlightenment after growing up in poverty.
He saw suffering in the world and sought wisdom to end it.
Read the quotation from Al Omari, an Egyptian historian. This man [Mansa Musa] spread upon Cairo the flood of his generosity: there was no person, officer of the court, or holder of any office of the Sultanate who did not receive a sum of gold from him. The people of Cairo earned incalculable sums from him, whether by buying and selling or by gifts. So much gold was current in Cairo that it ruined the value of the money . . .-Al Omari, Egyptian historian, 1336 What does the passage state about Emperor Musa? He was stingy with his wealth and kept it to himself. He was generous with his money and raised the value of Cairo's currency. He spent so much money that he actually lowered the value of Cairo's currency. He was a wise man who spread learning wherever he went.
He spent so much money that he actually lowered the value of Cairo's currency.
Why was Constantine's conversion to Christianity significant? His conversion signaled that Christianity was the official religion of the empire. His conversion marked the beginning of the persecution of other religions. His conversion meant that Christians would no longer be persecuted. His conversion moved the Roman Empire toward pacifism.
His conversion meant that Christians would no longer be persecuted.
Which best explains how humanism affected the way Europeans thought about themselves? Humanism helped Europeans believe in their own potential. Humanism helped Europeans strengthen their religious beliefs. Humanism helped Europeans create classical works of art. Humanism helped Europeans reject classical beliefs.
Humanism helped Europeans believe in their own potential.
Which statement best explains the importance of the Age of Discovery? The Age of Discovery was the beginning of globalization. The Age of Discovery established less efficient trade routes. The Age of Discovery covered a very short time in history. The Age of Discovery explained the rise of freedom movements.
The Age of Discovery was the beginning of globalization.
How did the Mongolian conquest of Persia affect that region's culture? The Mongolian conquest of Persia brought about a golden age, which was a peak period of Islamic literature, philosophy, medicine, and art. The Mongolian conquest of Persia ended a golden age, which was a peak period of Islamic literature, philosophy, medicine, and art. The Mongolian conquest of Persia resulted in the Mongols adopting a Persian style of artwork and architecture. The Mongolian conquest of Persia resulted in the Mongols adopting a Persian style of dress and celebration.
The Mongolian conquest of Persia ended a golden age, which was a peak period of Islamic literature, philosophy, medicine, and art.
What is the difference between the Torah and the Talmud? The Torah describes the basic laws of Judaism; the Talmud is a collection of opinions on legal issues. The Torah has been handed down for generations; the Talmud is a series of books. The Torah means "study"; the Talmud means "the Five Books of Moses." The Torah focuses on interpreting ideas and recommendations; the Talmud focuses on directions for daily living.
The Torah describes the basic laws of Judaism; the Talmud is a collection of opinions on legal issues.
Which statement correctly describes the Tang Dynasty? The dynasty was the first to establish civil service exams in China to identify the best workers for government positions. The dynasty created a vast empire that stretched from the East China Sea westward across China. The dynasty encouraged the growth of artisans in different fields to produce works that inspired a Golden Age of culture for China. The dynasty ended by the invasion and takeover of Kublai Khan and the Mongol Dynasty.
The dynasty encouraged the growth of artisans in different fields to produce works that inspired a Golden Age of culture for China.
What happened to the Roman Empire after Constantine's death? The empire collapsed and was overrun by invaders. The empire remained as-is for one hundred years. The empire stabilized and went on to flourish. The empire split, and the west fell into decline.
The empire split, and the west fell into decline.
Which event happened first in history? The epic poem Beowulf was written. The population of Europe peaked. The Hanseatic League formed. The Canterbury Tales was written.
The epic poem Beowulf was written.
Why is the Notre Dame Cathedral a symbol of the Church before the Great Schism? The construction was very costly and reflects the great wealth of the Church. The new type of architecture showed the progressive ideals of the Church. The large sculptures represents the complex but permanent ideals of the Church. The high towers over the city suggest the dominance of the Church over all people.
The high towers over the city suggest the dominance of the Church over all people.
Look at the picture of St. Basil's Cathedral in Russia, built in the 1500s. How does this Russian church reflect the influence of the Byzantine Empire? The use of a variety of colors reflects the influence of the Byzantine Empire. The onion-shaped domes reflect the influence of the Byzantine Empire. The intricate detailing of a variety of patterns reflects the influence of the Byzantine Empire. The number of towers surrounding the center tower reflects the influence of the Byzantine Empire..
The onion-shaped domes reflect the influence of the Byzantine Empire.
Which statement best explains the ideas of Baron de Montesquieu? Governments should respect the fundamental rights of humans. The absolute authority of government is essential to ensure safety. The powers of government should be separated into different offices. Governments take away the freedom of citizens and foster inequality.
The powers of government should be separated into different offices.
The map shows a divided Roman Empire in 284 CE. Judging by the map, which best explains why the empire's western half was hard to rule? The west suffered economically because it did not have adequate ports. The west covered a large territory and was at more risk of foreign invasion. The west had a more diverse population because it bordered three countries. The west did not have enough troops to protect its vast amount of territory.
The west covered a large territory and was at more risk of foreign invasion.
How did hunter-gatherers deal with their environmental conditions? They adapted to the local conditions They disturbed the local conditions. They controlled the local conditions. They upset the local conditions.
They adapted to the local conditions
Which of these is most likely a reason the early Bantu began to migrate to the south and east? They sought new land for agriculture. They wanted to expand their influence. They needed land for their growing population. They sought better access to the sea.
They sought new land for agriculture.
If Hindu troops won a major battle against their enemies, whom would they praise for his guidance? Brahma Buddha Shiva Vishnu
Vishnu
Which would not be included in a description of the Spartan military? It had the most powerful army in Greece. All men served until they were sixty years old. Soldiers lived in barracks, not with their families. Women fought alongside men in the army.
Women fought alongside men in the army.
The official religion of the Roman Empire was a form of paganism in which worshippers prayed to Roman gods and the emperor. In Judea, was there any freedom of religion under Roman rule? No, early Christians were persecuted. Yes, Jews were able to practice their religion. No, everyone was required to worship the emperor. Yes, all religions were tolerated if they incorporated Roman religion.
Yes, Jews were able to practice their religion.
The people of Mesopotamia were protected by the Tigris River. Euphrates River. Zagros and Taurus Mountains. Red Sea.
Zagros and Taurus Mountains.
What did the Mayas develop? intricate roads to connect different parts of their empire stone carvings that showed images of their rulers a calendar based on a solar year of 365 days an urban area with a system of canals
a calendar based on a solar year of 365 days
Read this outline for an argumentative essay. 1. Americans often interact with people in other nations for trade, manufacturing, and other business activities.A. High school students should study a foreign language for at least twoyears to compete in the global marketplace. 2. There are many benefits to studying Chinese, Spanish, or another foreign language.A. Students can learn about other cultures and perspectives.B. Speaking a foreign language can make it possible to work abroad.C. The government often employs workers who speak a second language. 3. Some educators believe it is not necessary to teach students foreign languages.A. They believe it can distract students from other subjects.B. However, studying a foreign language can improve a student's intellect.C. Knowing a second language can open up students to other perspectives. 4. Studying a foreign language can help high school students find work and achieve success in the future. The underlined sentence in the outline is the claim. the conclusion. a counterclaim. a supporting detail.
a counterclaim.
Which best describes the Incas? a large and rich empire in South America a small and poor indigenous tribe in Central America a large and rich empire in Mexico a small and poor indigenous tribe in South America
a large and rich empire in South America
Secondary sources would be valuable to a historian in order to provide the sights and sounds of an event. insights into the thoughts and feelings of participants in an event. a more thorough analysis of the impact on history of an event. an evaluation of opinions of people at an event.
a more thorough analysis of the impact on history of an event.
When the Han dynasty conquered Korea, the Han rulers established a new government. a new religion. universities. feudalism.
a new government.
Read the quotation from the Council of Trent in the 1500s. [W]ith God going before us . . . we may . . . deliberate and discuss . . . whatsoever is needful for repelling those assaults of barbarians and infidels, with which they seek the overthrow of all Christendom. What is the quotation most likely about? a refusal to accept the spread of Protestantism a vote of support for the Church of England a call to arms against the Catholic Church a desire to end the sale of indulgences
a refusal to accept the spread of Protestantism
By 900 CE, Kiev controlled the large area between the Baltic Sea and the Black Sea, which made Kiev difficult to rule. difficult to defend. a very powerful state. want to expand even further.
a very powerful state.
The Song Dynasty promoted trade across the Gobi Desert. down the Mekong River. along the Silk Road. on the Great Wall.
along the Silk Road.
Read this passage, which was written by a Spanish explorer in the 1500s. This great city of [Tenochtitlán] is situated in this salt lake . . . . There are four . . . entrances to the city, all of which are formed by artificial [walkways] . . . . The city is as large as Seville or Cordova; its streets . . . are very wide and straight . . . . All the streets at intervals have openings, through which the water flows . . . and at these openings, some of which are very wide, there are also very wide bridges, composed of large pieces of timber, of great strength and well put together; on many of these bridges ten horses can go abreast. This quotation describes an Aztec city. an Inca city. a Maya city. a Zapotec city.
an Aztec city.
The Reformation in England stemmed from a difference of opinion between an English priest and other church leaders. an English priest and one of his churchgoers. an English monarch and the Catholic pope. an English monarch and a German monarch.
an English monarch and the Catholic pope.
One result of the Great Famine in Europe was the persecution of Jews. a loss of religious faith. an increase in death rates. new types of warfare.
an increase in death rates.
What art style is this an example of? calligraphy astrolabe arabesque mosaic
arabesque
Renaissance art was strongly influenced by ancient Greek and Roman trade routes. politics. architecture. social life.
architecture.
The European plague of the 1300s was called the great pandemic. black death. great epidemic. black pandemic.
black death.
Study the progression of African societies. What are the final two progressions as a trading town continues to expand? city, then territory territory, then province province, then city city, then kingdom
city, then kingdom
Government positions under Hongwu were filled by appointment. election. civil service exams. officers in the military.
civil service exams.
The French king was able to defy the pope because the king inherited his authority from a powerful father. believed himself to be independent of the Church. conquered large territories and ruled with firm control. created a strong national identity and a central government.
created a strong national identity and a central government.
Trade spread the Italian Renaissance across Europe by helping merchants become patrons. helping monarchs become artists. helping merchants become politicians. helping artists become patrons
helping merchants become patrons.
Climate and environment affected what choice for hunter-gatherers? leaders language enemies housing
housing
Unlike during the Medieval period, church leaders commissioned works of art during the Renaissance to teach religious lessons. reward church supporters. demonstrate church wealth. decorate religious spaces.
decorate religious spaces.
Jan van Eyck contributed to Renaissance art by developing new, realistic techniques. painting realistic watercolors of animals. developing precise, stylistic techniques. painting realistic watercolors of landscapes.
developing new, realistic techniques.
Read this excerpt from an argumentative essay. Compulsory voting laws would create voter turnout issues that would have to be addressed. It is unfair to demand that people wait in line for hours to vote, or risk breaking the law and facing a penalty. The excerpt has an effective style and tone because it is formal and direct. casual and friendly. strong and passionate. subjective and opinionated.
formal and direct.
Read this passage about the peace treaty that ended the Third Crusade. Saladin agreed to confirm an ironclad peace agreement between Christians and Saracens [Muslims]. It guaranteed free passage and access to the Holy Sepulcher of the Lord, without the requirement of any tribute or fee. It also granted the freedom of bringing objects for sale through any land whatever and of exercising a free commerce. Which was a condition of the peace treaty? increased land sales to Christians increased tributes paid to Saladin and the Muslims Christian occupation of Jerusalem freedom of trade between Europeans and Muslims
freedom of trade between Europeans and Muslims
Louis XIV is considered a perfect example of an absolute monarch because he gave more political power to ordinary French citizens. reigned during a period of peaceful relations with France's neighbors. held all power in France and claimed to represent God on Earth. left the throne and called for free elections to choose a successor.
held all power in France and claimed to represent God on Earth.
Boyle's law explains the way to develop an idea and design an experiment. the impact of gravity on the motion of objects on Earth. the relationship between pressure and the volume of gas. the elliptical orbit of Earth and other planets around the sun.
the relationship between pressure and the volume of gas.
What was a main purpose of church orders? to create a group of laypersons to strengthen the role of the Church to encourage study and scholarship to train individuals for government jobs
to strengthen the role of the Church