Classical Asia Test Review

Before the use of the Silk Road, how did geography affect early China?

• The northwestern region provided many fertile areas suitable for farming

• The three major river systems provided barriers against invasion.

• The mountains and deserts slowed expansion, trade, and the exchange of ideas.

• The lack of a coastline meant people were trapped inland.

What was a significant result of the exchanges along the Silk Road routes?

• elimination of all traditional beliefs

• cultural diffusion between different societies

• increased isolation

• fewer people trading goods

Which continents were most affected by the Silk Road?

• Asia, Africa, Europe

• Asia, America, Africa

• America, Africa, Europe

• Australia, Europe, Asia

What was the original purpose for building the Great Wall of China?

• To show off the Shi Huangdi's great power

• To create a special tomb for Shi Huangdi

• To standardize and centralize the Chinese government.

• To protect China from invasions

Which action is most closely associated with polytheism?

• praying in a synagogue

• accepting the Eightfold Path

• worshipping many gods

• a belief in karma

"For centuries, this has dictated almost every aspect of Hindu religious and social life, with each group occupying a specific place in this complex hierarchy. Even though it's illegal today, we all know the Untouchables still get the worst jobs..." What is being described in this quote?

• The Caste system in India

• Taoism in China

• Judaism in Israel

• A Golden Age

"After living a life of luxury in his palace, this prince finally left. One day, seated beneath the Bodhi tree (the tree of awakening) he became deeply absorbed in meditation, and reflected on his experience of life, determined to penetrate its truth. He finally achieved Enlightenment and became the Buddha." Who is being described in this quote?

• Ashoka the Great

• Chadragupta Maurya

• Confucius

• Siddhartha Gautama

Which choice is NOT a common belief in both Hinduism and Buddhism?

• reincarnation

• karma

• thousands of gods

• all life is sacred

Which was NOT spread by the Silk Road routes?

• diseases

• silk

• Buddhism

• lions

The Great Wall of China is about the same length as

• The Western Hemisphere

• The continental United States

• Five football fields

• Brazil