Human Evolution and Migration Quiz

What was the purpose of the civil service exam introduced by the Han Dynasty?

• To select well-educated individuals for government jobs

• To train military leaders

• To promote trade

• To develop new technologies

What was the Warring States period characterized by?

• Instability and decentralization

• Economic prosperity

• Technological advancements

• Peace and stability

What was Rome famous for building to transport water to cities?

• Bridges

• Aqueducts

• Roads

• Tunnels

What contributed to the diaspora, or spreading, of Jews to lands throughout northern Africa and Europe?

• Roman persecution of Jews

• Jewish refusal to recognize any deity but their own

• The teachings of Jesus

• The rise of Christianity

What type of religion was Christianity, meaning it actively sought converts and was easily adaptable to areas outside its place of origin?

• Monotheistic

• Universalizing

• Polytheistic

• Localized

Which region is referred to as Mesoamerica in the text?

• South America

• Mexico and Central America

• North America

• Europe

What was the time period during which the Mayans reached their height of population and wealth?

• 100 C.E. to 500 C.E.

• 250 C.E. to 900 C.E.

• 500 C.E. to 1000 C.E.

• 750 C.E. to 1200 C.E.

What was one of the reasons for the decline in trade during the decline of classical empires?

• Decreased access to foreign goods and markets

• Increased technological advancements

• Overpopulation

• Excessive wealth

Which civilization had Ashoka as an important individual and developed a sophisticated bureaucracy?

• Qin/Han

• Mauryan and Gupta

• Persian

• Byzantine

Which civilization's government appointed religious leaders?

• Byzantine

• Greek

• Mauryan and Gupta

• Roman