HCDE 22-23 BM2 PT1

According to Mesopotamian religion, how did the gods influence everyday life in Sumer?

• It was believed that all gods deferred to the wishes of the Mesopotamian people.

• It was believed that all gods united to influence the Mesopotamian leaders.

• Specific gods were believed to have influence over different elements of society.

• Specific gods were believed to have created trade networks between civilizations.

How did the Persian control of Babylon impact Jewish people exiled in the region?

• Many Jewish people returned to Jerusalem.

• Many Jewish people were forced to flee into India.

• Many Jewish people adopted Islam as their primary religion.

• Many Jewish people were forced to study Hinduism.

Which phrases best complete this chart? The Ten Commandments

• created an alliance between Ancient Israel and Babylon

• described methods of meditation used in Jewish temples

• established religious laws in Ancient Israel

• formed the practice of annual pilgrimage to Jerusalem

• believed to be given to Moses by God

According to the Torah, this quote inspired which historical event? The Lord had said to Abraham, "Leave your country, your people and your father's household and go to the land I will show you."

• the settlement of Israelites in Canaan

• the conquest of Israel by the Egyptians

• the freeing of the Israelites by the Babylonians

• the Sumerian evacuation of Israel

Why was the construction of Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem significant to Ancient Israel?

• It prevented the expansion of monotheistic religion in Jerusalem.

• It further established Jewish control over Jerusalem and created a cultural hub in the region.

• It increased tensions with Egypt and led to the expansion of military powers in the region.

• It allowed the government of Ancient Israel to be separated from religious laws.

Why was the invention of the plow an important agricultural advancement in Ancient Mesopotamia?

• Plows helped transport crops to market.

• Plows helped cut plant stalks, making harvesting crops easier.

• Plows helped break up soil, making it easier to plant crops.

• Plows helped domesticate wild animals.

Based on this quote, what was one reason why Ancient Egypt was able to expand its economy and trade networks?

"Syria remained a popular destination for [Egyptian] trading fleets and caravans.... The Egyptians received...copper and cattle in exchange for...grains."

• It had developed several cattle farms.

• It had blocked all trade with Syria.

• It had conquered all nations that possessed copper.

• It had developed a surplus of grain that allowed it to trade crops.

According to this quote, what is true about the cities of the Harappan civilization?

"Inside the major blocks, the streets [of Mohenjo-daro] are well-aligned.... The walls along the streets and lanes may pinch in on the avenues that grow narrower and narrower, but curves are rare in the Mohenjo-daro system of roads."

• They were built around the natural shapes of geography.

• They were built with little planning.

• They were built to be difficult to invade.

• They were built on a loose grid system.

Which number correctly identifies the location of the Red Sea?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Based on this quote, how did the actions of David impact Ancient Israel?

"And David and all Israel went to Jerusalem. The inhabitants...said to David, "You will not come in here." Nevertheless, David took the stronghold...."

• They made Jerusalem the capital of Ancient Israel.

• They led to the military collapse of Ancient Israel.

• They isolated Ancient Israel from Jerusalem.

• They allowed Ancient Israel to expand.