World History Standard 1

What was the primary writing system used by the ancient Mesopotamians?

• Hieroglyphics

• Cuneiform

• Sanskrit

• Mandarin

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which river was central to the development of ancient Egyptian civilization?

• Tigris

• Euphrates

• Nile

• Indus

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Compare the religious beliefs of Mesopotamian and Egyptian societies. Which statement is true?

• Both societies practiced monotheism.

• Mesopotamians believed in an afterlife, while Egyptians did not.

• Egyptians believed in a pantheon of gods, while Mesopotamians had a single god.

• Both societies were polytheistic, but Egyptians had a more elaborate belief in the afterlife.

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What was a significant technological advancement of the ancient Egyptians?

• The wheel

• The plow

• Papyrus

• Gunpowder

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Describe the role of the caste system in ancient Indian society.

• It was a flexible social structure allowing mobility.

• It was a rigid social hierarchy with little mobility.

• It was based on wealth and property ownership.

• It was abolished during the Mauryan Empire.

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Which philosophy was central to Chinese society during the Zhou Dynasty?

• Buddhism

• Confucianism

• Hinduism

• Zoroastrianism

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Analyze the economic systems of ancient India and China. Which statement is accurate?

• Both societies relied heavily on trade with Europe.

• India had a barter system, while China used a currency-based economy.

• Both societies had complex trade networks, but China also developed paper money.

• China was isolated and did not engage in trade.

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What is the significance of the Vedas in Indian culture?

• They are ancient Chinese texts.

• They are a collection of religious hymns and texts.

• They are the laws of the Mauryan Empire.

• They are the architectural plans for Hindu temples.

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Who is considered the founder of monotheism in ancient Hebrew culture?

• Moses

• Abraham

• David

• Solomon

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Explain the concept of monotheism as developed by the ancient Hebrews.

• Belief in multiple gods with one supreme god.

• Belief in a single, all-powerful god.

• Belief in nature spirits and ancestor worship.

• Belief in gods that control different aspects of life.

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