The West Before 1300 Review

Which river was central to the development of Ancient Egyptian civilization?

• Tigris

• Nile

• Euphrates

• Danube

Who was the first emperor of the Roman Empire?

• Julius Caesar

• Augustus (Octvain)

• Nero

• Constantine

What is the term for the social and economic system in medieval Europe where land was exchanged for service and loyalty?

• Capitalism

• Feudalism

• Democracy

• Communism

Which city is considered the birthplace of Islam?

• Jerusalem

• Mecca

• Cairo

• Baghdad

The Fertile Crescent is located in which modern-day region?

• Western Europe

• Middle East

• North Africa

• South Asia

What was the main purpose of the Crusades?

• To explore new lands

• To reclaim the Holy Land

• To trade with Asia

• To spread the Black Death

Which writing system was used in Ancient Egypt?

• Cuneiform

• Hieroglyphics

• Latin alphabet

• Greek alphabet

Who was the famous Carthaginian general who crossed the Alps to fight Rome?

• Scipio

• Hannibal

• Caesar

• Augustus

Which group made up the largest part of the population in feudal society?

• Nobles

• Serfs/Peasants

• Knights

• Monarchs

What is the holy book of Islam?

• Torah

• Bible

• Quran

• Vedas