World History Unit 3 Review

Which regions of the world did Islam successfully spread to during its Golden Age?

• Southwest Asia, North Africa, Central Asia

• Southwest Asia, North Africa, The Americas

• Southwest Asia, Europe, Central Africa

• The Americas, Europe, Central Asia

How did the truce between Ali and Mu’awiya lead to a split between the Sunni and the Shi'a Muslims?

• the choice of caliph

• a belief in one God

• acceptance of the Quran

• the required pilgrimage to Mecca

How did the trade routes of the Muslim Empire impact their economy?

• The moral code of Islam made trade impossible.

• The instability of this area made it difficult to travel.

• The lack of technological advancement made trading difficult.

• The exchange of goods between countries made trade profitable.

Which of the following was a contribution of Islamic scholars?

• Algebra

• Astronomy

• the compass

• the printing press

Which of the following is a shared belief of Judaism, Islam, and Christianity?

• papal supremacy

• teachings of the Quran

• reincarnation and the Four Noble Truths

• an ethical code of conduct and monotheism

Why did the kingdoms of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai prosper?

• direct access to the Arabian Sea

• exchanges with Indian ports

• abundance of diamonds

• control of trade routes

Which empires gained wealth by controlling the trade of gold, ivory, and salt across the Sahara Desert?

• Maya and Aztec

• Greek and Roman

• Mali and Songhai

• Mauryan and Mughal

Which of the following characterizes the growth of Swahili trading cities?

• conversion of Islam by force

• conversion to a common language

• trading gold, iron, and slaves

• the influence of the Songhai people

What was Charlemagne’s goal as a ruler?

• to unite all of the former Roman Empire

• to unite all of Germany

• to unite all Latin-speaking Europe

• to unite all the known world

The medieval church was a unifying force in Europe after the fall of Rome. What did the medieval church offer that served as a unifying force?

• indulgences for sinners

• stability and security

• redistribution of wealth

• multiple sets of beliefs