6 Week Challenge Exam W. History Classical Eras in the W & E

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Which society was the first to practice direct democracy?

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city-state of Athens

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One effect of rugged, mountainous geography on the civilization of ancient Greece was the development of -

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separate, independent city-states

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____________________ refers to the long period of peace that Rome enjoyed when Caesar Augustus took over.

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Pax Romana

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Athenian women were -

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not considered citizens and limited to their homes and raising children.

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_______________ refers to the fusion of Greek culture with cultures of the Middle East and India. Spread by Alexander the Great.

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Hellenistic Culture

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What was one thing that both the Persians and Romans did to encourage trade throughout their empires?

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Built up extensive roads and trade routes.

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A religion native to India, featuring belief in many gods and reincarnation

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Hinduism

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The rebirth of a soul in a new body

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Reincarnation

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Means "Enlightened One." He is said to have renounced his worldly possessions and taught of a way to overcome suffering.

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Buddha

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Longest dynasty in Chinese history

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Zhou Dynasty