Unit 2 Test: Emergence of Classical Empires

What impact did the geography have on Ancient Greece?

• It caused the Greeks to develop different city-states.

• It led to famine and war because people fought over food.

• It led rulers to take over parts of China for more resources.

• none of the above.

When the Romans established a republican form of government after the period of the kings, they were

• Allowing a military dictator to have total control and power.

• Creating an empire where an emperor would make all laws

• Electing representatives to make all laws instead of kings.

• Having all men individually make and vote on all laws.

Which of the following statements represents a notable difference between Athens and Sparta?

• Spartan society allows for more art and creativity than in Athens

• The government and society in Sparta are strict; people have little say in government

• The role of government in Athenian and Spartan society is basically the same

• When it comes to religion, the Spartans are monotheistic and the Athenians polytheistic

Alexander the Great spread and mixed Greek, Indian, Egyptian, and Persian culture which became known as:

• Greco-Roman

• Hellenistic

• Indian

• Roman

Greek philosophers taught that

• All life is precious and sacred and should be protected

• Every person is important and deserves to get an education

• Individuals should seek material goods, power, and wealth

• You should question everything in order to understand the world

How did Julius Caesar play a role in ending the Roman Republic?

• He expanded Rome’s territory further north into Gaul and Britain.

• He started the Pax Romana that lasted for over 200 years.

• He made himself dictator of Rome which wasn’t popular with some Senators.

• He wanted to share glory, fame, and wealth with the Roman Senate.

Athens helped to develop modern western culture by

• Allowing women to vote

• Creating a strict military society

• Giving tyrants more power

• Introducing the idea of democracy

Ancient Greeks used myths about their gods primarily to

• Explain events like storms in nature

• Justify their type of government

• Strike fear in their enemies

• Undermine the Persian religion

The Romans had a lasting impact on western civilizations through:

• Geometry, algebra, and science

• Music, art, and literature

• Philosophy, poetry, and drama

• Roads, aqueducts, and laws

The Twelve Tables influenced future civilizations in Europe because

• They were the commandments given to Moses by the Hebrew God.

• They were the first attempt to write down Roman law.

• They were the reason why the Qin dynasty overthrew the Zhou dynasty.

• They were written by Plato explaining his position on government