Classical Geography Review

The classical civilization that bordered the Himalayas was

• the Gupta Empire.
• Ancient China.
• the Greek Empire.
• the Roman Empire.

The ______ River provided the Gupta Empire with a rich and abundant water supply for agriculture.

• Ganges
• Tiber
• Yangtze
• Yucatan

The Axum Empire was located on the continent of

• Asia.
• Africa.
• Central America.
• Europe.

All of the following civilizations had access to trade routes EXCEPT

• the Roman Empire.
• the Greek Empire.
• the Mesoamerican civilizations.
• the Gupta Empire.

Access to water was an important geographical feature of a civilization because (check all that apply)

• it helped transportation.
• it provided irrigation for agriculture.
• it was a boundary that enemies could not cross.
• it provided a source of hydroelectricity.

In general, mountain ranges served as

• protective barriers against foreign invasions.
• ideal locations for massive farming operations.
• a gateway to other cultures and civilizations.
• excellent spots for ski resorts.

Which civilization experienced distinct cultures and rivalries among city-states as a result of the mountainous terrain?

• the Greek Empire
• the Roman Empire
• the Axum Empire
• the Gupta Empire

The _____ Desert acted as a natural barrier for Ancient China, making it difficult for nomadic groups to invade the region.

• Yangtze
• Gobi
• Sahara
• Ethiopian

Which of the following civilizations were located on the European continent? (check all that apply)

• Gupta Empire
• Axum Empire
• Roman Empire
• Greek Empire
• Mesoamerican Empires

Which empire's geography was affected by the "Seven Hills"?

• Greece
• Rome
• Axum
• China