AP World History Unit 1

What is the basic idea of unit 1 in AP World History?

• To study the major civilizations around the world

• To focus on the rise and fall of empires

• To analyze the impact of trade routes

• To examine the development of technology

How did the Song Dynasty maintain and justify its rule?

• By emphasizing Confucianism and expanding the Imperial bureaucracy

• By promoting Buddhism and implementing a feudal system

• By adopting Legalism and enforcing strict laws

• By relying on military power and conquest

What was the main change in Neo-Confucianism during the Song Dynasty?

• A revival of Buddhism's influence

• A shift towards Legalism's principles

• A rejection of hierarchical society

• A focus on filial piety and family values

How were women's rights affected during the Song Dynasty?

• Women gained more legal rights and social freedom

• Women were treated equally to men in all aspects

• Women were stripped of legal rights and faced social restrictions

• Women were given more opportunities for education and employment

What was the role of the Imperial bureaucracy in Song China?

• To enforce strict laws and maintain social order

• To promote religious tolerance and cultural diversity

• To oversee economic development and trade

• To carry out the will of the emperor and maintain state control

How did Chinese traditions influence neighboring regions like Korea, Japan, and Vietnam?

• They adopted Confucianism and expanded their bureaucracies

• They embraced Buddhism and rejected their own cultural practices

• They developed independent political systems

• They resisted Chinese influence and maintained their own traditions

What were the main beliefs of Buddhism?

• Belief in multiple gods and reincarnation

• Belief in one God and salvation through righteous action

• Belief in the cycle of death and rebirth and the pursuit of Nirvana

• Belief in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the resurrection

What were the major economic developments in Song China?

• The rise of a feudal system and increased agricultural production

• The expansion of trade routes and the commercialization of the economy

• The implementation of a barter system and the decline of urban centers

• The reliance on slave labor and the growth of the mining industry

What were the major political developments in the Song Dynasty?

• The establishment of a constitutional monarchy

• The adoption of a democratic system

• The implementation of a theocratic government

• The centralization of power under the emperor

How did the Song Dynasty contribute to advancements in science and technology?

• By promoting the study of astronomy and developing accurate calendars

• By focusing on the development of military technology

• By discouraging scientific research and innovation

• By relying on foreign inventions and discoveries