APW W.1

After the expansion of Islam into Africa, an organized Christian presence remained in...

• Egypt and Ethiopia

• Morocco

• Mauritania and Tunisia

• Algeria

The photograph of Angkor Wat in Cambodia is an example of...

• the spread of Islam to Southeast Asia

• the wealth created by the spice trade

• Hindu influence of Southeast Asia

• Japanese architecture

Which of the following accurately describes the political system of Western Europe during the period of 1000-1300?

• Western Europe developed multiple monarchies

• Western Europe maintained a single empire.

• Western Europe concentrated on maritime law.

• Western Europe adopted representative democracy.

Which of the following accurately describes the political system of China during the time period 1000-1300?

• China developed multiple monarchies.

• China maintained a single empire.

• China adopted a representative democracy.

• China was concentrated on maritime trade.

Which of the following statement regarding the tenets of Islam is accurate?

• Islam is a monotheistic religion

• Muslims worship Muhammad

• Pilgrimage to Mecca commemorates the birth of Muhammad.

• Friday is an obligatory day of rest for Muslims.

Which of the following staple crops is most associated with the rise of Mesoamerican civilization?

• Manioc

• Maize

• Potatoes

• Rice

The term "samurai" describes men in feudal Japan who were most liek the men in feudal Europe known as...

• lords of the manor

• Catholic bishops

• merchants

• knights

Which of the great religious systems were characterized by monotheism combined with a sacred text and a strong missionary thrust?

• Buddhism and Confucianism

• Buddhism and Hinduism

• Christianity and Islam

• Islam and Judaism

Why was Buddhism considered disruptive to society in South Asia?

• It encouraged larger family size.

• Its followers were incorporated into the Brahman caste.

• It challenged hierarchies based on caste.

• It reinforced the idea of obedience to the emperor as a means to salvation.

Which of the following was most responsible for the initial spread of Islam to West Africa?

• Soldiers who fought on behalf of the Abbasid caliphate

• Officials in Sudanese empires

• Merchants on the trans-Saharan trade routes

• Muslims fleeing persecution on the Iberian peninsula