World History Mid term Review #1

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What was the significance of Justinian's Code in the context of Roman law?

• It abolished all previous laws

• It codified existing laws

• It was only applicable to the Byzantine Empire

• It was a set of religious laws

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What were the reasons Iconoclasts objected to the use of icons?

• Old Testament prohibition

• Idolatry concerns

• Symbolic nature of images

• Dignity of created matter

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What does the term 'Iconoclasm' refer to in the context of Byzantine history?

• Destruction of images

• Creation of religious icons

• A type of Byzantine architecture

• A form of Byzantine literature

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How did the role of the Janissaries change over time in the Ottoman Empire?

• They became less military-focused and more involved in administrative roles.

• They transitioned from a volunteer force to a hereditary caste.

• They shifted from an elite military unit to a politically powerful group that could challenge the Sultan's decisions.

• They eventually became the main diplomatic corps of the empire.

Multiple Choice

What were the significant achievements of Otto the Great during his reign in medieval Europe?

• Unification of Germany

• Establishment of the Holy Roman Empire

• Conquest of Italy

• Promotion of the arts

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Charlemagne was considered by most scholars to be the greatest king of the Middle Ages, the reasons for his success were

• The fact that the Frankish Empire was centrally located in Europe and accessible by sea on two sides.
• He worked with the muslim empire which opened trade.
• He allowed education and worked with the Church.
•  He created a peoples government and allowed the people to take part in civic duties. 

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Which of these was NOT an accomplishment by the Holy Roman Emperor?

• Spread Christianity

• Extended the Frankish Empire

• Encouraged learning

• Wrote a code based on Hammurabi

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German king the pope declared emperor of the Holy Roman Empire

• fjord

• excommunicate

• Aachen

• concordat

• Otto I

Multiple Choice

Who was the most powerful Mayor of the Palace during the time of Clovis?

• Clovis

• Charles Martel

• Roman Emperor

• Frankish King

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What was the outcome of the Battle of Tours?

• Charles Martel stops the expansion of the Muslim empire into Europe

• Charlemagne further expanding the Frankish Empire

• The Crusaders take back Jerusalem from the Muslims

• The Vikings end the Carolingian dynasty

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What was the significance of al-Andalus in the context of education and culture during its time?

• It was a military stronghold

• It became a cultural and economic center

• It was known for its agricultural advancements

• It was primarily a trading post

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How was the Black Death originally spread?

• Soldiers on the battle field during the Crusades caught the germ from their attackers.

• Rats came on boats from overseas and bit humans.

• It was airborne, meaning it was spread through the air.

• Fleas on infected rats bit them and then jumped onto onto humans and bit them.

Open Ended

What were the significant impacts of the Black Plague on Europe's population and labor practices?

Multiple Choice

What were the main factors that contributed to the growth of towns in the 12th century?

• Trade routes

• Agricultural advancements

• Population decline

• Castle construction

Multiple Choice

What was the impact of the Hundred Years' War on the growth and development of national identity in England and France?

• Increased nationalism

• Decreased territorial rights

• Strengthened feudal lords

• Weakened the monarchy

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What is the significance of Murasaki Shikibu in the context of The Tale of Genji?

• She was the first female author in Japan

• She wrote the first novel in the world

• She was a famous poet

• She was a historical figure in Japan

Multiple Choice

Lady Murasaki Shikibu wrote the world's first novel, _____________________, about a young Japanese prince.

• The Tale of Genji.

• The Tale of Heike.

• A Shogun Tale.

• Samurai Warrior.

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The Tale of Genji is often called...

• the greatest work of Japanese poetry.

• the world's first novel.

• Japan's version of a Shakespearean play.

• the most beautiful painting in Japanese history.

Multiple Choice

A greta novel created in Japan was called

• Rokujo Lady

• Buddhism psalms

• The Bible

• The Tale of Gengi

Multiple Choice

Lady Murasaki Shikibu wrote this book

• The Tale of Genji

• The Tale of Heike

• A Shogun Tale

• Samurai Warrior

Multiple Choice

What were the three distinct classes in the feudal system under the shogunate?

• Ruling elite

• Warrior classes

• Peasant classes

• Merchant classes

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What were the main subjects that Avicenna wrote about?

• Philosophy

• Mathematics

• Biology

• Chemistry

Multiple Choice

Which statement is best supported by THE MAP?

• Byzantine culture can be found in Russian architecture and religious art.

• Byzantine culture was spread through trade routes, such as routes between the Black Sea and Baltic Sea

• The Byzantine empire was isolated from Easter Europe and Russia

• The Greek alphabet is used throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa

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How did the Crusades impact society and lead to the decline of the middle ages? 

• An increase in trade led to the end of manorialism
• More trade strengthened the power of the church 
• Many Europeans converted to Islam
• Kings became weaker 

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What was the significance of Pope Urban II's speech on November 27, 1095?

• It called for peace among Christians

• It initiated the Crusades

• It was a declaration of war against Muslims

• It focused on the importance of the Holy Land

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What was significant about the location of the Ghana Empire?

• 1. It had access to the Atlantic Ocean and therefore valuable shipping routes.

• 1. Most of the empire was located in the mountains overlooking other empires.

• 1. It was located between the gold mines in the south and valuable salt resources in the north

• 1. The empire was isolated from other empires, keeping it safe from attacks.

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What role do griots play in preserving the history and culture of their communities?

• They are entertainers only

• They memorize family histories

• They are only musicians

• They teach children in schools

Multiple Choice

What are the key significant economic, political, and social characteristics of Ghana as related to ancestral worship?

• Economic characteristics

• Political characteristics

• Social characteristics

• All of the above

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What were the significant economic and social characteristics associated with the kingdom of Mali during the 1200s?

• Control of gold and salt trade

• Decline of population

• Absence of trade with Egypt

• Lack of agricultural development

Multiple Select

What were the significant characteristics of Timbuktu in the 13th century?

• Major trading hub

• Center of Islamic Learning

• Over 150 schools

• Religious and ethnic tolerance

Multiple Choice

After Mansa Musa went to Mecca on his pilgrimage, this map was created by a county in Europe.

What significance did this have for the Kingdom of Mali in relation to the world?

• It had little to no significance because of their distance to Europe.

• It allowed for the world (Europe) to know about Mali's wealth and success - leading to more trade relations.

• It allowed for the Europe to know about Mali and take over the country.

• It held no significance as it nobody took the map seriously.

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