History Claims and Evidence Flashcard

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What was the main purpose of the pyramids in ancient Egypt?

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To be tombs for pharaohs

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Which goods were commonly traded along the Silk Road?

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Silk and spices

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Who was allowed to vote in the Roman Republic?

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Only free men

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What was the main reason for building the Great Wall of China?

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To protect against invasions

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What was the Code of Hammurabi?

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A set of written laws

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What is democracy?

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Rule by the people

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How did the Nile River help ancient Egyptians?

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It provided water for crops

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How did the invention of the wheel benefit ancient Mesopotamians?

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It made transportation easier

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How did Greek religion influence their society?

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It influenced their art and literature

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How did the Magna Carta change the relationship between the king and his subjects?

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It limited the king’s power and gave rights to nobles.