Civilization and Governance Quiz

What is a defining characteristic of a civilization?

• Nomadic lifestyle

• Lack of government

• Cities and structured economy

• Absence of religion

What was the main governing system in Song China?

• Feudalism

• Centralized bureaucracy

• Military dictatorship

• Theocracy

The Mandate of Heaven in China meant that:

• Rulers were chosen by democratic vote

• The emperor ruled by divine approval

• The people had the power to overthrow a ruler anytime

• All government officials had to be religious leaders

What economic system was most important in the Mali Empire?

• Agriculture

• Gold and salt trade

• Industrial manufacturing

• Maritime trade

What was the tribute system used by the Aztecs?

• A tax system based on land ownership

• A way to control conquered people by demanding food, goods, and human sacrifices

• A trade agreement with neighboring civilizations

• A way to train soldiers for military service

Which of the following are key characteristics of a civilization? (Select all that apply)

• Cities

• Central government

• Structured economy

• Lack of religion

• Cultural achievements

Which civilizations had a monarchy as their government system? (Select all that apply)

• Europe (Feudal Kingdoms)

• Middle East (Abbasid Caliphate)

• Aztecs (Used a tribute system)

• Song China (Bureaucracy)

How did Islam influence different regions? (Select all that apply)

• Shaped laws and education in Abbasid Caliphate

• Spread through trade and conquest

• Replaced all other religions in Africa

• Muslim scholars preserved and translated Greek and Roman texts

The Catholic Church controlled much of life in _______.

The Abbasid Caliphate used _______ law, which was based on the Quran.