World Studies A Exam Review

The main purpose of the pyramids of Egypt was to function as

• palaces

• temples

• tombs

The process of mummification was connected to the Egyptian belief in

• multiple gods.

• magic.

• an afterlife.

In Buddhism, the release from selfishness and pain is known as

• nirvana.

• dharma.

• moksha.

The holy book for Jews is known as

• the Old Testament.

• the Ten Commandments.

• the Torah.

Both Hindus and Buddhists believe in

• the caste system.

• reincarnation.

• sacredness of cows.

Which Carolingian leader reunited Western Europe and was crowned Emperor by Pope Leo III?

• Charlemagne

• Clovis

• Charles Martel

What was a lord's estate called?

• fief

• manor

• castle

Which code were knights expected to follow?

• chivalry

• canon law

• martial law

What was the body of rules and regulations governing religious practices such as marriage?

• excommunication

• canon law

• inderdict

What was the act of taking away a person's right to membership in the Church?

• excommunication

• interdict

• heresy