AP Unit 2 1200-1450 CE

What systems of thought were employed by the Chinese government from 1200-1450 CE?

• Feudalism and Democracy

• Mandate of Heaven and Confucianism

• Republic and Monarchy

• Socialism and Capitalism

How did Chinese cultural traditions spread to other parts of Asia from 1200 to 1450?

• Through trade and conquest

• Through isolation and seclusion

• Through digital communication

• Through maritime exploration

Buddhism and its core beliefs continued to shape societies in Asia and included a variety of branches, schools, and practices. Which of the following options correctly lists some of these branches?

• Theravada, Mahayana, Tibetan

• Zen, Pure Land, Vajrayana

• Confucianism, Taoism, Shinto

• Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism

Which three religions were considered "Abrahamic?"

• Islam, Judaism, Christianity

• Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism

• Confucianism, Taoism, Shinto

• Zoroastrianism, Jainism, Bahá'í

Which of the following were intellectual innovations in Dar al-Islam? Choose 3.

• Mathematics

• Dance

• Literature

• Medicine

• Music

What was the House of Wisdom?

• A library in Rome, known for its ancient texts

• A center of learning in Baghdad, known for its scholarly achievements

• A palace in Cairo, known for its architectural beauty

• A monastery in Tibet, known for its spiritual teachings

How did the beliefs and religious practices of predominant religions in Europe from c. 1200 to c. 1450 affect European society?

• They led to the complete unification of Europe.

• They had no significant impact on society.

• They influenced social and political structures.

• They caused the decline of all European states.

What were the causes and consequences of political decentralization in Europe from c. 1200 to c. 1450?

• Centralized monarchies and increased trade.

• Feudalism and the manorial system.

• Industrialization and urbanization.

• Complete political unity and peace.

What was the effect of agriculture on social organization in Europe from c. 1200 to c. 1450?

• It led to the rise of industrial cities.

• It had no impact on social structures.

• It influenced social organization through systems like serfdom.

• It caused the immediate collapse of feudalism.

Which of the following is an accurate statement about the impacts of the Mongols?

• The Mongols isolated themselves and had no impact on trade or culture.

• The Mongols facilitated trade across Asia, spread cultural ideas, and improved communication networks.

• The Mongols destroyed all trade routes and cultural exchanges.

• The Mongols only influenced the regions of Africa and South America.