AP World History: Unit 1 Review Quiz

What is the time period covered in Unit 1 of AP World History?

• Circa 1100 to 1400

• Circa 1200 to 1450

• Circa 1300 to 1600

• Circa 1000 to 1500

What does 'state' refer to in the context of AP World History?

• A collection of loosely connected territories

• A specific region like Ohio or Delaware

• A territory politically organized under a single government

• A community with shared cultural practices

Which dynasty was in power in China from 960 to 1279?

• The Song Dynasty

• The Ming Dynasty

• The Qing Dynasty

• The Yuan Dynasty

What philosophy did the Song Dynasty emphasize to maintain and justify its rule?

• Confucianism

• Buddhism

• Legalism

• Daoism

What is Neo-Confucianism?

• A sect of Buddhism influenced by Confucian thoughts

• A political ideology based on Western philosophies

• A new religion that replaced Confucianism

• A revival of Confucianism that incorporated some changes

What role did the Imperial bureaucracy play in the Song Dynasty?

• Promoting religious ceremonies

• Conducting trade negotiations

• Leading military expeditions

• Enforcing the emperor's rules

Which crop innovation contributed to population growth in Song China?

• Champa rice

• Wheat

• Corn

• Soybeans

What was the primary purpose of foot binding in Song China?

• It was used for medical reasons

• It was a religious practice

• It was a status symbol among the elite

• It was a form of punishment

Which empire is known for its complex tribute system in Mesoamerica?

• The Aztec Empire

• The Inca Empire

• The Maya Empire

• The Olmec Empire

What was the primary method of expansion for Dar al-Islam from 1200 to 1450?

• Military conquest

• Peaceful trade

• Scientific collaborations

• Cultural exchange programs