24-25 World History Review

What were the major effects of the development of agriculture from 8000 BC to 500 BC? Select TWO correct answers.

• encouraged hunting and gathering

• enabled the production of surplus food

• maintained the same farming techniques

• provided a social structure for settlements

• necessitated the division of labor and jobs

Answer explanation

The development of agriculture enabled the production of surplus food, which supported larger populations. It also necessitated the division of labor, as different tasks emerged to manage farming and food distribution.

What were the major causes of the development of river valley civilizations from 3500 BC to 500 BC? Select TWO correct answers.

• River valleys facilitated trade and communication.

• River valleys caused unfavorable climate and flood cycles.

• River valleys were destructive of plants and animals.

• River valleys provided natural barriers against invasions.

• River valleys cleared arable land for settlements.

Answer explanation

River valleys facilitated trade and communication, allowing for the exchange of goods and ideas. They also provided natural barriers against invasions, helping to protect settlements from external threats.

What led to the development of river valley civilizations? Select THREE correct answers.

• Socialized governments

• Agricultural practices

• Domestication of Animals

• Nomadic Practices

• Access to fresh water

Answer explanation

River valley civilizations emerged due to agricultural practices that allowed for stable food sources, domestication of animals for labor and resources, and access to fresh water for irrigation and sustenance.

Why is Mesopotamia often referred to as the cradle of civilization? Select TWO correct answers.

• It is home to one of the earliest locations of hominids.

• It is home to one of the earliest industrialized areas.

• It is home to one of the earliest complex civilizations.

• It is home to the first writing and first technologies.

• It is home to one of the earliest desert valleys.

Answer explanation

Mesopotamia is called the cradle of civilization because it hosted one of the earliest complex civilizations, with advanced social structures, and it is where the first writing and technologies were developed, marking significant human progress.

One necessity in and lasting impact of early civilizations was --

• the absence of laws

• the codification of laws

• ways to challenge the laws

• the intensification of laws

Answer explanation

The codification of laws was essential for early civilizations as it established clear rules and standards, promoting order and justice. This formalization allowed societies to function more effectively and left a lasting impact on governance.

What general effect did the Neolithic Revolution have on religion?

Religion became​ ​ ​ .

• more organized

• less organized

• less important

• more important

• controversial

Answer explanation

The Neolithic Revolution led to settled agricultural societies, which required more structured social systems. This resulted in religion becoming more organized, as communities developed shared beliefs and practices to unify and govern their societies.

Which of the following was an effect of work specialization during the Neolithic Revolution?

• decline of cities

• domestication of animals

• development of agriculture

• emergence of social classes

Answer explanation

Work specialization during the Neolithic Revolution led to the emergence of social classes, as different roles and skills developed, creating hierarchies based on occupation and resource control.

How did the development of agriculture contribute to population growth in early river valley civilizations?

• Grain diets increased life span.

• New tools made harvesting safer.

• Large farms supported more people.

• Irrigation systems lowered risks of disease.

Answer explanation

The development of agriculture led to large farms, which could support more people by providing a stable food supply. This increased food availability directly contributed to population growth in early river valley civilizations.

Which of the following BEST describes how the development of farming affected river valley civilizations?

• Farming required the damming of rivers.

• A surplus of food allowed a division of labor.

Answer explanation

The development of farming led to a surplus of food, which allowed people to specialize in different tasks, creating a division of labor. This was crucial for the advancement of river valley civilizations.

Why is a shared communication system necessary for the development of a civilization? Select THREE correct answers.

• To create a government structure

• To share technology advancements

• To develop educational opportunities

• To create hierarchical structures

• To enable trade and cultural exchanges

Answer explanation

A shared communication system is essential for creating a government structure, sharing technology advancements, and enabling trade and cultural exchanges, all of which are vital for the growth and cohesion of a civilization.