Rise and Fall of Empires

Who was the leader of the Vandals, a Germanic tribe known for their military prowess?

• Gaiseric

• Hotu Matu'a

• Ahmad Ibn Fadlan

• Abbas Ibn Firnas

What was the estimated population of Rome at its peak during the Roman Empire?

• One million

• Two million

• Five million

• Ten million

Which ancient civilization was responsible for the establishment of a new religion known as Islam, which has had profound impacts on the socio-political and cultural landscapes of various regions around the world?

• Arabs

• Vikings

• Romans

• Polynesians

Which groundbreaking invention is Abbas Ibn Firnas credited with attempting to create during the 9th century?

• An early prototype of a flying machine

• An ancient version of a water clock

• A primitive form of the magnifying glass

• An early model of a planetarium

What did the Vikings call themselves?

• Rus

• Norsemen

• Spear King

• Men Who Row

What did the Vikings use to navigate the vast Pacific Ocean?

• Charts

• Compasses

• Celestial navigation

• GPS

Who is credited with the establishment of the civilization on Easter Island?

• Hotu Matu'a

• Gaiseric

• Abbas Ibn Firnas

• Ahmad Ibn Fadlan

What is the primary material utilized in the construction of Viking longships during the Viking Age?

• Oak

• Bamboo

• Cedar

• Pine

What type of monumental structures did the Polynesians carve on Easter Island, which are known as Moai?

• Statues

• Houses

• Boats

• Temples

What was the primary objective of the Viking funeral described by the Arab traveler Ibn Fadlan?

• To pay tribute to the deceased chieftain

• To provide amusement for the community

• To commemorate a military triumph

• To appease the Norse deities