Flashcard on Roman and Islamic History

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What was Pax Romana?

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A period of 200 years of peace in Rome

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What statement best describes a reason for the decline of the Roman Empire? Options: The value of Roman currency greatly increased. Governing the huge empire became too difficult to handle. The government did not place enough taxes on people. Changing emperors became a difficult process.

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Governing the huge empire became too difficult to handle.

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Which of the following helped the Byzantine Empire prosper? Bodies of water protected it from Germanic invasion. Mediterranean climate supported farming. Rejection of Roman culture led to peace with Persians. Empire located at a crossroads of trade.

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Empire located at a crossroads of trade.

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What was the East-West Schism?

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A separation within the church.

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On what belief did Muhammad base the religion of Islam? Options: The belief that there were many gods. The belief that conquered people should convert to Islam. The belief that there is only one God. The belief that all Muslims had to worship in Mecca.

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The belief that there is only one God.

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What do Muslims believe the Qur’an contains?

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Flawless words of Allah

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How are Islam, Judaism, and Christianity alike?

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All three consider Abraham an important prophet.

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How could the climate of the Sahara Desert best be described?

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Dry with hot summers and warm winters

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What was Mansa Musa known for?

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His support of the arts, learning, and Islam