Unit 7 Test Review

What is the treaty that divided Charlemagne’s Empire?

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Milan

• Treaty of Verdun

Answer explanation

The Treaty of Verdun, signed in 843, divided Charlemagne's Empire among his grandsons, establishing the foundations for modern European states. The other treaties listed are unrelated to Charlemagne's Empire.

What was the primary goal of the Translation Movement during the Abbasid Caliphate?

• To translate and expand upon the works of ancient Greek and Roman scholars into Arabic.

• To convert religious texts from Arabic to Latin for European scholars.

• To preserve the oral traditions of the Bedouin tribes.

• To establish a universal language for trade across the Islamic Empire.

Answer explanation

The primary goal of the Translation Movement during the Abbasid Caliphate was to translate and expand upon the works of ancient Greek and Roman scholars into Arabic, facilitating knowledge preservation and advancement.

Who received the 10 Commandments from God in Judaism?

• Muhammad

• Jesus

• Mary

• Moses

Answer explanation

In Judaism, Moses is the key figure who received the 10 Commandments from God on Mount Sinai, making him the correct answer. Muhammad and Jesus are important figures in other religions, while Mary is not associated with this event.

Which statement accurately describes the role of manors in medieval society?

• Manors were self-contained communities that operated independently.

• Every manor was under the direct rule of the monarch.

• Manors depended heavily on external trade for survival.

• Manors had no connection to religious institutions.

Answer explanation

Manors were indeed self-contained communities, functioning independently with their own agricultural production and local governance, which made them vital to medieval society.

Who was the major prophet in Islam?

• Muhammad

• Jesus

• Mary

• Moses

Answer explanation

Muhammad is considered the major prophet in Islam, as he is regarded as the final prophet who received the Quran, the holy book of Islam. Other figures like Jesus, Mary, and Moses are important but not seen as the major prophet.

What were some of the causes of Feudalism?

• Roman Empire falls

• Invasions into Europe

• Kings cannot protect their people

• Frankish Kingdom declines

• Rise of Charlemagne

Answer explanation

Feudalism arose due to the fall of the Roman Empire, leading to instability. Invasions made it difficult for kings to protect their people, resulting in local lords gaining power. The decline of the Frankish Kingdom further contributed to this system.

Which city became the capital of the Umayyad Caliphate after it was moved from Medina?

• Damascus

• Baghdad

• Cairo

• Mecca

Answer explanation

The Umayyad Caliphate moved its capital from Medina to Damascus in 661 AD. Damascus became a significant political and cultural center during this period, making it the correct answer.

How was the Byzantine Empire similar to the Roman Empire?

• Adopted Roman principles of justice

• Used a senate as the chief governing body

• Led the Crusades to capture Rome from the Huns

• Helped maintain Roman rule over Western Europe

Answer explanation

The Byzantine Empire adopted Roman principles of justice, reflecting its continuity with Roman legal traditions. This choice highlights the legal and administrative legacy that the Byzantine Empire maintained from the Roman Empire.

What was the cause of the Great Schism in Christianity?

• Debate over the 10 Commandments

• Money

• Use of icons during worship

• State religion

Answer explanation

The Great Schism was primarily caused by the disagreement over the use of icons in worship, which led to a significant divide between the Eastern Orthodox and Western Catholic Churches.

To which faith is the structure shown in the image, situated in Jerusalem, of great importance?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Judaism

• Buddhism

Answer explanation

The structure in the image is the Dome of the Rock, which is of great importance to Islam as it is considered the third holiest site in the religion, located in Jerusalem.