Classical Civilizations Review

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Which type of government in early Greece often consisted of a small group of wealthy people in power?

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Oligarchy

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Zoroastrianism is an early monotheistic religion emerging from which classical civilization?

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Persia

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How did the Roman idea of citizenship facilitate political stability throughout Roman territories?

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Romans allowed conquered peoples to become citizens.

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Which of the following best describes the factors that contributed to the collapse of the Roman Empire and Han China? Options: Internal rebellions led by peasant groups eventually resulted in the overthrow of both empires, Corruption in the government, social instability, and the inability to manage vast borders eventually doomed both empires, A failure to standardize coinage along with high tariffs on trade resulted in a disruptive trade system and eventual decline of the two empires, Adoption of new religious practices among the elite political leaders created a vacuum of leadership and eventual decay of leadership in the empires.

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Corruption in the government, social instability, and the inability to manage vast borders eventually doomed both empires.

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As a result of the collapse of Roman rule in 476, western Europe experienced-

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a lack of political unity and stability

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Which characteristic of classical Greek civilization was Thomas Paine most likely referring to in the quote: "What Athens was in miniature America will be in magnitude." - Thomas Paine, The Rights of Man, 1791?

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The use of democratic elections

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The greatest influence of the ancient Greeks on modern Western political thought was the belief in the

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value of the individual

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What is the historical significance of Justinian's Law Code?

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It preserved the Roman legal customs for later Western civilizations.

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In ancient Sparta, which activity was a defining feature of citizenship for men? Options: Financial contribution to public-works projects, Attendance at religious ceremonies, Participation in public assemblies, Membership in the military

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Membership in the military

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What Roman legal concept is evident in legal proceedings in the United States today?

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The accused is innocent until proven guilty