HS World History Semester 1 exam review

Multiple Choice

The Byzantine Empire was originally the

• western Roman empire

• eastern Turkish empire

• western Greek empire

• eastern Roman Empire

Open Ended

What is the Justinian Code and why was it important?

Multiple Choice

What were the main arguments of the Iconoclasts against the use of icons?

• They believed in the symbolic nature of images

• They objected to icon veneration for several reasons

• They supported the use of religious images

• They followed the Old Testament prohibition

Multiple Choice

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 religious worship

Multiple Choice

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?

• Military conquests

• Cultural advancements

• Religious reforms

• Economic policies

Multiple Choice

For which achievement is Charlemagne most remembered?

• He declared war against England.
• He became the first Christian ruler.
• He united much of Europe.
• He taught his people to write.

Multiple Choice

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

Multiple Choice

German king the pope declared emperor of the Holy Roman Empire

• fjord

• excommunicate

• Aachen

• concordat

• Otto I

Multiple Choice

What role did Clovis play in the transition of Europe from the Roman Empire?

• He was a weak ruler

• He was the King of the Franks

• He was the Mayor of the Palace

• He united all Frankish nobles

Multiple Choice

What was the significance of the battle of Tours in 732?

• It marked the end of the Frankish Empire

• It was a decisive victory for the Franks

• It led to the spread of Islam in Europe

• It resulted in the fall of Christianity

Multiple Choice

What was the significance of al-Andalus in the context of education and culture during the period of Muslim rule?

• It was a military stronghold

• It became a cultural and economic center

• It was primarily a religious site

• It had no impact on education

Multiple Choice

What were the main causes of the Black Death as depicted in the images?

• Fleas from rats

• Contaminated water

• Poor hygiene practices

• Airborne diseases

Multiple Choice

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

• Increased population

• Labor shortages

• Economic stability

• Political unity

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a major reason for the growth of towns and cities during the Middle Ages?

• Decline in agricultural productivity

• Increase in religious pilgrimages

• Expansion of trade and commerce

• Decrease in population

Multiple Choice

What themes are explored in The Tale of Genji?

• Love and nature

• War and peace

• Friendship and loyalty

• Science and technology

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.

Multiple Choice

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 are the three distinct classes described in the feudal system under the shogunate?

• Ruling elite

• Warrior classes

• Peasant classes

• Merchant classes

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What were the main subjects Avicenna wrote about in his works?

• Philosophy

• Mathematics

• Biology

• Chemistry

Multiple Choice

What were the trade routes from the Byzantine Empire to Spain as shown on the map?

• Land route

• Sea route

• Both land and sea routes

• No trade routes

Multiple Choice

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 

Multiple Choice

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.

Multiple Choice

"Whenever a griot dies, a library burns down." What is meant by that quote?

• people are so distraught when griots die, they wreck the town

• libraries are burned down when griots die as an act of respect

• when a griot dies, the stories they carry dies with them

Multiple Choice

What are the key characteristics of the belief in and veneration of ancestors in traditional African culture?

• Economic

• Political

• Social

• Cultural

Multiple Choice

What were the key economic activities that contributed to the rise of the Mali Empire during the 1200s?

• Gold mining

• Salt trade

• Agriculture

• Textile production

Multiple Select

Why is Timbuktu such as important city in West Africa?

• It was once the greatest trading city in sub-Saharan Africa

• Timbuktu became an educational and religious city after Mansa Musa visited Mecca

• Timbuktu was the capital of the Songhai Empire

• Timbuktu was the capital of the Mali Empire

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Evaluate the role of Mansa Musa's pilgrimage in altering the global perception of Africa during the 14th century.

• It reinforced stereotypes of Africa as a land of poverty

• It highlighted Africa's wealth and sophistication

• It had no impact on global perceptions

• It led to Africa being viewed as a military threat