6th SS 2nd Benchmark Review

Which type of government is often led by a king?

• democracy

• empire

• monarchy

• oligarchy

Which statement best summarizes the effect of the leaders from the chart on ancient Egypt?

• Their leadership weakened Ancient Egypt by stretching its resources too thin.

• Their leadership ensured growth in Ancient Egypt's size, influence, and legacy.

• Their leadership strengthened Ancient Egypt by keeping it isolated and self-sufficient.

• Their leadership weakened Ancient Egypt by exposing it to outside invaders.

Based on this photograph, what was one reason that Han porcelain was so valuable?

• Crafters from the Han Dynasty were able to make porcelain goods that were decorative and capable of being used for long periods of time.

• Crafters from the Han Dynasty were able to create porcelain objects that could be used as weapons in war.

• Crafters from the Han Dynasty made porcelain goods that were easily broken.

• Crafters from the Han Dynasty mass-produced porcelain goods that were cheap and uniform.

Which situation is best reflected in the summary?

• Individuals had a unique god that was personal to them and controlled the events in their lives.

• The gods fulfilled a significant and unique role in the lives of individuals and the collective community.

• The everyday lives of people were controlled by mean-spirited gods who purposefully caused hardships.

• The gods could choose to be helpful or harmful and their actions could not be influenced by individuals.

How did trade between Ancient Egypt and surrounding civilizations influence the culture of groups in the region? Select two that apply.

• More people farmed the same crops as Egyptians.

• More people began worshipping Egyptian gods.

• More people adopted a social hierarchy to match the Egyptians.

• More people practiced mummification similar to the Egyptians.

• More people began wearing Egyptian-style clothing.

Based on this excerpt, why was the Code of Hammurabi a significant achievement?

• It helped businesses establish prices for goods and services.

• It reduced the role of government within Mesopotamian city-states.

• It defined laws and rules that maintained order in society.

• It kept individuals from conducting business outside of Mesopotamia.

Which number represents the Mediterranean Sea?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

This is a timeline of events in Israel’s history. Which event best completes the chart?

• Persians force Israelites into captivity.

• Israelites conquer Persia and Babylon.

• Israelites are forced to become Persian citizens.

• Persians release Israelites from captivity.

This is a summary about the Eightfold Path. Based on this summary, which statement is true?

• The Eightfold Path tells Buddhists they must convert new believers.

• The Eightfold Path is a list of legal codes and rules for Buddhist countries.

• The Eightfold Path helps lead Buddhists journeying to a holy city.

• The Eightfold Path describes the way Buddhists should live and grow spiritually.

Which geographic feature best encouraged the growth and development of the Harappan civilization?

• the Himalaya Mountains

• the Indus River Valley

• the Fertile Crescent

• the Red Sea