World History Semester 1 Exam, part 1

A historian using the skill of periodization will:

• explain why a historical event is still important today.

• figure out which historical events came first.

• break up historical events into units with distinct start and end points.

• decide whether a historical event is important or not.

The skill of periodization allows historians to:

• divide history into periods and eras with common features.

• decide which parts of history are important.

• put historical events in chronological order.

• explain how one historical event affects others.

Based on the graph, which period of European history could best be described as "Europe begins to recover from the Black Death"?

• 1200 – 1300

• 1400 – 1500

• 1300 – 1400

• 1600 – 1700

Based on the graph, which period of European history could best be described as "Europe fully recovers from the Black Death"?

• 1200 – 1300

• 1300 – 1400

• 1500 – 1600

• 1400 – 1500

Which region on the map has the largest population?

• Region 1

• Region 2

• Region 3

• Region 4

Which region on the map has the smallest population?

• Region 1

• Region 2

• Region 3

• Region 4

Which statement best completes the diagram showing the influence of classical governments on modern democracy?

• Modern democracies often let their citizens vote directly on policies.

• The rule of law is an important principle in modern democracies.

• Republican governments are the most widespread in the modern world.

• Modern democracies divide power between different branches of government.

Which statement best completes the diagram showing the influence of classical governments on modern democracy?

• Modern democracies divide power between different branches of government.

• Modern democracies often let their citizens vote directly on policies.

• Republican governments are the most widespread in the modern world.

• The rule of law is an important principle in modern democracies.

The purpose of government in a theocracy is to:

• guarantee rights for women.

• elect the most qualified leaders.

• promote a specific religion.

• reduce the total amount of taxes.

The purpose of government in a direct democracy is to:

• promote a specific set of religious beliefs.

• give all political power to one family.

• make sure every person makes enough money.

• represent its people's beliefs and interests.