4.3-4 Quiz (*25/26*)

Geography influenced the success of ancient empires by providing natural resources, trade routes, and ______. (Section 3)

• A) Isolation

• B) Cultural exchange

• C) Defensive Capabilities

• D) Political systems

What is one way geography impacted ancient civilizations? (Section 3)

• By determining climate

• By influencing language

• By shaping political systems

• By providing natural barriers.

What was one of the reasons for frequent changes in the Middle East? (Section 3)

• Many geographic barriers

• Few geographic barriers

• Stable borders

• Few conflicts

Empires protected with natural barriers were _. (Section 3)

• more stable.

• involved in more conflicts.

• easily accessible for trade.

• open to frequent invasions.

Why was trade vital for empire survival? (Section 4)

• It prevented warfare.

• It provided necessary resources and goods.

• It allowed them to stay isolated and out of conflicts.

• Trade led to more conflicts.

What was a challenge faced by traders on ancient trade routes? (Section 4)

• Lack of demand for goods

• Abundant resources along the routes

• Bandits and thieves

• Easy communication with all regions

Which of the following is a reason camels were perfect for trade route travel? (Section 4)

• They carried heavy cargo loads.

• They were native to all regions.

• They were only useful in the desert conditions.

• They were the fastest mode of transportation.

Trade routes can lead to ________ between empires. (Section 4)

• less cultural exchanges

• Economic growth

• Competition

• Resource access

Which of the following is not a risk of trade routes?

• A) Invasion paths for enemies

• B) Competition between empires

• C) Economic growth

• D) Loss of resources

Which of the following dominated early trade routes in the Mediterranean region? (Section 4)

• Greeks

• Persians

• Phoenicians

• Egyptians