Social Studies 8

What were the two main city-states in Classical Greece?

• Rome and Carthage

• Egypt and Mesopotamia

• Athens and Sparta

• Troy and Mycenae

Who was the famous philosopher known for his teachings and the Socratic method?

• Aristotle

• Plato

• Socrates

• Confucius

What form of government did Classical Greece develop?

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

• Communism

• Monarchy

What were the main reasons for the decline of the Roman Empire?

• Economic instability, military problems, political corruption, and invasion of barbarian tribes

• Religious conflicts, economic prosperity, strong military alliances

• Natural disasters, technological advancements, peaceful relations with neighboring empires

• Lack of entertainment, poor infrastructure, high literacy rates

What were the major achievements of the Roman Empire in engineering and architecture?

• Construction of roads, aqueducts, bridges, and monumental buildings

• Development of space travel and satellite technology

• Invention of airplanes and submarines

• Creation of modern skyscrapers and high-speed trains

What were the main characteristics of Mesoamerican civilizations such as the Maya, Aztec, and Inca?

• Primitive agricultural techniques, hierarchical social structures, basic architecture, and simple writing systems

• Advanced agricultural practices, complex social structures, monumental architecture, and sophisticated writing systems

• Limited agricultural practices, small social groups, no architecture, and no writing system

• Nomadic lifestyle, simple social structures, basic architecture, and no written language

What were the main religious beliefs and practices of the Mesoamerican civilizations?

• Polytheism, human sacrifice, and the worship of gods such as Quetzalcoatl and Huitzilopochtli

• Ancestor worship, fasting, and the worship of gods such as Odin and Thor

• Atheism, meditation, and the worship of gods such as Zeus and Athena

• Monotheism, animal sacrifice, and the worship of gods such as Buddha and Allah

What were the main economic activities of the Mesoamerican civilizations?

• Fishing and hunting

• Mining and metalworking

• Construction and architecture

• Agriculture, trade, pottery, and weaving

What were the main reasons for the decline of the Mesoamerican civilizations?

• Technological advancements, peaceful trade, and population growth

• Natural disasters, economic collapse, and political corruption

• Religious conflicts, social inequality, and cultural stagnation

• Environmental degradation, warfare, and European diseases

What were the major contributions of the Mesoamerican civilizations to art and architecture?

• Development of advanced sculpture and painting techniques

• Construction of monumental pyramids and temples

• Invention of modern art and architectural styles

• Creation of abstract art and futuristic architecture