Vocabulary WH 6

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Which of the following was a primary cause of the Punic Wars? A. Roman expansion into the Mediterranean and competition with Carthage, B. Carthaginian invasion of Gaul, C. Dispute over control of the Silk Road, D. Conflict over religious differences between Rome and Carthage

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Roman expansion into the Mediterranean and competition with Carthage

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The Pax Romana refers to which of the following? A. A period of peace and stability across the Roman Empire, B. The reformation of the Roman military, C. The economic decline of Rome, D. A significant increase in military conflicts within Rome

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A period of peace and stability across the Roman Empire

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The term "Golden Age" often refers to a period marked by what characteristics?

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Significant achievements in arts, science, and literature

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In ancient Rome, a "triumvirate" refers to:

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A group of three military leaders sharing power

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Which innovation allowed Roman aqueducts to carry water over long distances?

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Gravity and precise engineering

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Constantinople was strategically located because it:

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Had access to major trade routes between Asia and Europe

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Political boundaries are often influenced by: Natural landforms, cultural differences, and historical conflicts, Ocean currents and climate changes, The alignment of stars and planets, Religious homogeneity alone

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Natural landforms, cultural differences, and historical conflicts

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What was one long-term impact of Justinian’s Code of Law?

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It influenced the development of European legal systems

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Manorialism was an economic system based primarily on:

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Self-sufficient agricultural estates

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In Islamic governance, a "caliph" refers to:

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A religious and political leader considered the successor to Muhammad