World Benchmark 2 2024

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Result of the publication of Justinian’s Code?

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Byzantine law became codified.

Answer explanation

The publication of Justinian’s Code resulted in the codification of Byzantine law, providing a structured legal framework that organized and clarified existing laws, making it the correct answer.

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What does the practice of the Eastern Orthodox religion and the use of the Cyrillic alphabet in Russia indicate?

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Russia was influenced by cultural diffusion.

Answer explanation

The practice of Eastern Orthodox religion and the Cyrillic alphabet in Russia shows cultural diffusion from the Byzantine Empire, indicating that Russia adopted these elements through interaction rather than isolation or conquest.

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What was the Great Schism of 1054?

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The split of the Christian Church into Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic

Answer explanation

The Great Schism of 1054 was a significant event that resulted in the split of the Christian Church into Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic branches, marking a major division in Christianity.

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What might explain why the fall of Constantinople would affect the rest of the world?

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Constantinople was an important trading center.

Answer explanation

The fall of Constantinople impacted global trade as it was a crucial trading center connecting Europe and Asia. Its loss disrupted trade routes, affecting economies and commerce worldwide.

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Which statement about the Mongols is supported by the information in the map?

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Kublai Khan and Genghis Khan extended Mongol influence to much of Asia.

Answer explanation

The correct choice highlights that Kublai Khan and Genghis Khan significantly expanded Mongol influence across Asia, as shown in the map, which illustrates the vast territories they controlled.

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Regions where Islam spread during its Golden Age: Southwest Asia, North Africa, Central Asia, The Americas, Europe, Central Africa

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Southwest Asia, North Africa, Central Asia

Answer explanation

During its Golden Age, Islam spread significantly across Southwest Asia, North Africa, and Central Asia, establishing a vast cultural and scientific influence in these regions, making this the correct choice.

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What was the catalyst of the split between the Sunni and Shi'a Muslims?

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the choice of caliph

Answer explanation

The split between Sunni and Shi'a Muslims originated from a disagreement over the rightful choice of caliph after the Prophet Muhammad's death, leading to differing beliefs about leadership in the Muslim community.

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How did the trade routes of the Muslim Empire impact their economy?

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The exchange of goods between countries made trade profitable.

Answer explanation

The exchange of goods between countries facilitated trade, leading to economic prosperity in the Muslim Empire. This interaction allowed for diverse products and wealth accumulation, making trade highly profitable.

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Which of the following was an invention of Islamic scholars? algebra, astronomy, the compass, the printing press

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algebra

Answer explanation

Algebra, developed by Islamic scholars like Al-Khwarizmi, is a significant mathematical invention. While astronomy was advanced by them, the compass and printing press were not Islamic inventions.

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What is shared by Judaism, Islam, and Christianity?

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An ethical code of conduct and monotheism

Answer explanation

Judaism, Islam, and Christianity all share an ethical code of conduct and the belief in one God (monotheism). The other options, such as papal supremacy and teachings of the Quran, are specific to certain religions.