WHII - Unit 1 Review

During the 16th cent., Europe gained access to knowledge about astronomy, medicine, and mathematics because of the:

• Exploration of Africa
• Spread of manorial system
• Expansion of religion
• Growth of trade with Asia

By 1500, regional trade patterns linked Europe with Asia and Africa by the

• northern European link with the Mediterranean Sea

• maritime route across the Atlantic Ocean

• trans-Saharan route across Russia

• Silk Road

Which of the following is not a scientific advancement developed by the Chinese?

• paper

• silk

• number system

• porcelain

By the 1500s, which THREE continents were linked by routes like the Silk Road?

• Asia, Africa, Americas
• Africa, Australia, Asia
• Europe, Asia, Africa
• Europe, Americas, Australia

What description best matches that of the Incan Empire?

• Central Mexico
• North America
• Yucatan Peninsula
• South America

Why was the development of regional trading patterns around 1500 C.E. important?

• It established a hierarchy of eligible trading partners.

• It allowed for the development of imperialism.

• It discouraged specialization and created balanced wealth among the regions.

• It allowed for the exchange of products and ideas between regions.

Which trade route helped spread Islam through Africa?

• Silk Road

• Northern European

• Trans-Saharan

• Mediterranean Sea

A religion based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha, focusing on spiritual development and the search for enlightenment.

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Judaism

A major world religion centered on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, emphasizing love, forgiveness, and salvation.

• Islam

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Judaism

One of the oldest religions in the world, characterized by a variety of beliefs including the worship of many gods, karma, and reincarnation.

• Hinduism

• Islam

• Judaism

• Animism