Unit 1B Test Review

Who controlled the region shaded on the map in the third century BCE?

• The Indus River Valley civilization

• The Mauryan Empire

• The Huang He River Valley civilization

• The Zhou Empire

"In the third century BCE, Emperor Ashoka’s experiences with war led him to reject violence. He embraced Buddhism and constructed stupas, supported missions, and led his empire in accordance with his Buddhist beliefs."

Which empire is described in the text?

• The Qin Empire

• The Han Empire

• The Gupta Empire

• The Mauryan Empire

What major advancement was made by intellectuals during the Gupta Empire?

• The mathematical concept of “0” (Zero)

• The wheel

• A strong sail that allowed ships to sail against the wind

• A pump that was able to move water more than 100 feet for irrigation

Approval to rule from the gods is known as the Mandate of Heaven. What might cause a ruler to lose that approval from heaven?

• Failing to rule wisely and justly.

• Failing to have a son.

• Practicing Confucianism instead of Buddhism.

• Invading another country without a valid reason.

What dynasty, led by Shi Huangdi, was known for its harsh laws, heavy taxes, and doubling of China’s size?

• Shang

• Zhou

• Qin’

• Han

Under the Chinese Examination System, advancement up the social ladder was based on:

• Religion

• Personal Merit

• Family Ties

• Wealth

Hinduism formed from a mixture of the Indus Valley and Aryan cultures. Where did the main source of information about the Aryans come from?

• Archeological digs near Delhi in India

• The Old Testament

• A collection of stories, poems, and hymns called the Vedas

• A History of Asian Culture written by the Greek Historian Herodotus.

Which belief system are the “Eightfold Path” and “Four Noble Truths” part of?

• Buddhism

• Confucianism

• Hinduism

• Taoism

Confucius believed that social order, harmony, and good government could be restored in China if society were organized around what?

• Farming

• Family

• Five Basic Relationships

• Eightfold Path

Why was the Silk Road heavily used during the first century of the common era?

• It was a trade route between the Roman Empire and China.

• It was the main pilgrimage route of Muslims performing the Hajj.

• It was built as part of the postal system of the Mongolian Empire.

• It connected the kingdoms of West Africa to their European allies.