Fall Semester Exam Review 2024

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Throughout history, why did early civilizations settle along rivers?

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for farming, travel, & trade

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Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE about Hinduism AND Buddhism: A. both relied on the caste system, B. both began in India, C. both are still practiced today, D. both believed in reincarnation

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both relied on the caste system

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Confucianism's major focus was on __________________.

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improving society through managing core relationships & performing their duty

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Confucianism, Daoism, and Legalism all had the same goal: the creation of a well-run and peaceful society.

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True

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Acupuncture is an example of Chinese ______________

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medicine.

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Why do the Chinese call the Huang He (Yellow River) “China’s Sorrow”?

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because its flooding has drowned many people & ruined crops

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Which definition best explains filial piety? Options: A. an exam the Chinese took to be part of the Civil Service, B. a form of Chinese medicine to cure pain, C. showing utmost respect to family, especially parents

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showing utmost respect to family, especially parents

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According to the Mandate of Heaven, a king’s right to rule came from _____________________.

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the gods.

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What is the primary reason archaeologists study objects and fossils from the past? A. to learn if artifacts are real or fake, B. to learn what life was like in the past, C. to learn about modern life in the region

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to learn what life was like in the past

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Which statement best explains why Paleolithic people were largely nomadic? A. humans had to follow the animal herds that were their main source of food, B. the crops that they grew spoiled during the winter months, C. domesticated animals drove hunters-gathers out of the territory

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humans had to follow the animal herds that were their main source of food