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Worksheets6th Social Studies End Of Grade Quiz
Total questions: 192
Worksheet time: 2hrs 58mins
Which technological innovation helped to unify the Roman, the Gupta (India) and the Inca Empires?
Aqueducts
Road
Canals
Chinampas
Who were the most famous rulers of the Aztecs, Incas and Mayans (name one from each civilization)?
Pachacuti of the Incas
Montezuma of the Aztecs
Pakal of the Maya
All of the answers
Rulers are part of which feature of a civilization?
Writing
Innovations/technology
Art/architecture
Government
What did the Incan government build to control their large territory?
Roads
Canals
Causeways
Aqueducts
How was the Mayan social structure similar to other civilizations we have studied?
It was an upside down social pyramid.
The farmers and soldiers had the most power.
All people were equal in their society.
It was a social class hierarchy.
Which civilizations that we studied thought their rulers were gods?
Maya
India
Egypt
Aztec
What is a city-state?
A large territory with many leaders and different cultures.
A city that has been conquered by a neighboring state.
A city and the surrounding territory with its own government.
A large territory under a single leader and government.
What is a city-state?
A large territory with many leaders and different cultures.
A city that has been conquered by a neighboring state.
A city and the surrounding territory with its own government.
A large territory under a single leader and government.
What accomplishment in math did both the Indians and Maya create?
A base 10 number system.
Zero-a symbol for nothing
Algebra
Geometry
Which civilization that we studied built step pyramids as place of worship that was similar to the Mayans?
Egyptian pyramids
Roman aqueducts
Chinese walls
Sumerian ziggurats (Mesopotamia)
What religion did the conquistadors try and convert the indigenous people (Aztec and Inca) to?
Christianity
Islam
Judaism
Confucianism
What motivated European conquistadors (explorer-conquerors) such as Hernan Cortes, Francisco Pizarro, and Francisco Coronado?
Gold
Glory
God
All of the answers
Who brought disease, warfare, and enslavement to Latin America?
Indians
Chinese
Europeans
Africans
What is smallpox?
A disease that killed a large percentage of the indigenous population of the Americas.
A less severe version of chickenpox.
A mild disease that the indigenous peoples spread to Europeans who traveled to the Americas.
An ancient form of the flu virus.
Why did the Inca cut steps (terraces) into the mountains?
To create a livable land in a swamp.
To create a staircase to the top of the mountains.
To create more land for farming.
To create more land for temples.
Which geographic feature had the greatest influence on the development of the Inca Empire?
peninsulas
rivers
islands
mountains
How was building cities on mountains an advantage for the Inca Empire?
they were easier to defend
it was easy to access natural resources
it had easy access to water
they were close to a shoreline for trade
The Inca and which other civilization used terraced farming?
Chinese
Egyptians
Mesopotamians
Indians
What is the name of the Aztec "floating gardens" that created more land to farm?
Inti
chinampas
hierarchy
Montezuma II
Which two American civilizations believed their rulers were both kings and gods?
Maya
Inca
Aztec
Olmec
how did innovations such as irrigation, aqueducts, and improved farm techniques transform civilizations?
Innovations made it possible to expand settlements at arid locations.
Innovations increased the numbers of hunters and gathers.
innovations required smaller herds and less livestock.
Innovation decreased the size of cities.
Legalism: belief that leaders should rule with force
Confucianism: The ruler bears responsibility for the well-being of the people and,
therefore, for peace and order in the empire.
Chinese leaders moved from a legalistic government to a government based on
Confucianism.
How did Confucius transform society?
Government leaders became concerned with the condition of China's citizens.
Military leaders became more important than educators and priests.
Farmers became less dependent on government subsidies and support.
Merchants became concerned with the economic issues affecting China's citizens.
How did Hammurabi's code help to transform society?
His laws got rid of the existing class system
He required that every class be punished equally
His laws were written to include women
Only the lower class had to abide by the laws
Trade routes linking West Africa and North Africa required the shipment of goods across the hot, dry Sahara Desert. It was difficult for the traders to carry these goods along these trade routes.
Domesticated camels were brought to the Sahara. The camels could go for long stretches without drinking, survive extreme temperatures, and haul heavy loads.
How did camels affect the transport of goods across the Sahara Desert?
Traders were able to use camels to stop trans-Sarahran shipment of goods
Traders were able to drink the milk from camels during their journey.
Camels made travel across the desert more reliable and safer
Camels slowed transport by requiring frequent drinks of water
What are Lao-Tzu's views on government
He thought that people were naturally evil and needed many laws to govern their behavior.
He advocated for limited government involvement in people's everyday lives.
He believed that only people from the upper class were fit to govern.
He felt that regulations on trade would lead more people to becoming rich.
How did innovations that developed over time-such as writing, trade routes, schools, and the printing press-affect societies?
They increased the spreading of ideas.
They reduced the construction of buildings.
They limited contact between people.
They lowered literacy rates.
How did geography affect the development of Chinese civilizations?
The growth of Chinese civilizations depended on the Yellow River, but the Yellow River also brought suffering to Chinese people.
The growth of Chinese civilization was slowed by the Yellow River and it only flourished when people moved away from rivers.
The natural resources of China encouraged Chinese farmers to create artificial rivers, like the Yellow River, where they could produce crops.
The natural resources of China encouraged people to build massive public works projects to benefit the poor.
Based on the map which best describes how the physical features of Egypt
affected its development?
The Mediterranean Sea bordered the major cities.
Large cities were created in the Western Desert.
Many large cities developed along the Nile River.
The Red Sea provided Lower Egypt with a barrier from attack.
Kings wanted to control decision making in their governments. How did this desire
affect the structures of governments?
Government's became constitutional monarchies when the king or queen shared the power with a legislative council.
Governments became hereditary monarchies when kings and queens transferred power to their children.
Governments became absolute monarchies when the king or queen held all power in their hands.
Governments became elected monarchies when kings or queens were elected by the people.
How did technology change communication in the late thirteenth century?
It helped all citizens learn to read.
It allowed people to quickly contact others around the world.
It enabled people to get information about other places and ideas.
It helped people to improve the living conditions in their societies.
The modern Olympic Games come from the ancient Olympics in Greece. Which statement correctly compares the ancient and modern games?
The Olympics still honor Zeus, but now winners are awarded medals.
The Olympics are still an athletic competition, but now both women and men participate.
The Olympics are still held in Greece, but now the modern Olympic Games are not religious events.
The Olympics still only allow men, but now athletes from all over the world can participate in the modern games.
Exploration and conquests occurred in the middle ages. How did they affect relations between ancient societies?
They caused long-lasting peace with the help of religion.
They caused empires to close off access between their societies.
They caused outbreaks of violence that closed all trade routes.
They caused trade routes and communication to open between societies.
How were the oldest civilizations in Central and South America similar?
They were large, but not well-organized.
They established extensive trade with Pacific Rim nations.
They were strongly influenced by Asian and African civilizations.
They were the first to develop advanced societies in the area.
The mountains of South America made farmland difficult to find. How did ancient people adapt to this?
They used terraced farming.
They grew crops in the valleys.
They used large farm animals to plow.
They moved to a new area each growing season.
Which statement shows how trade routes influenced ancient societies?
As travel over land became easier, trade by water became unnecessary.
As different civilizations traded goods, they also shared cultural values and beliefs.
As trade developed, long-distance travel became safe and easy for each civilization.
As silk grew popular, it became a common material used in clothing across civilizations.
Societies adapted to their surroundings by irrigating and building dams. Why did they need to use these techniques?
to decrease the overcrowding of crops
to increase space for people to live
to increase their farmland for growing crops
to decrease the numbers of animals on the land
Findings From Ancient Burial Sites: About 8,000 life-size, terra-cotta clay soldiers were found about one mile east of the first emperor of China’s tomb. Tombs in Egypt were found with tools, make-up, and clothing.
Based on the facts above, how were the beliefs of these societies similar?
The rulers of ancient civilizations were buried in pyramids.
Ancient people across civilizations did not appreciate the arts.
The rulers of ancient civilizations appeared modest or humble in death.
Ancient people across civilizations believed in preparing for life after death.
Ancient Empire Economic Issues:
-poor management by leaders
-hoarding of wealth
-too much debt
How did the economic factors listed affect the ancient empires?
Empires weakened and were eventually destroyed.
Empires forced wealthy citizens to forfeit money in taxes.
Armies searched other empires for new leaders to govern.
Armies of the empires were sent to other lands to increase wealth.
Why did trading networks like the Silk Road develop?
Certain resources were not available in all areas.
The trails were used for communication between groups.
People wanted to take land and to keep control of that land.
Travelers enjoyed exploring nearby lands after trading for spices.
Timeline of Legal Codes
-1700 BCE Hammurabi’s code in Babylon created strict laws and punishments.
-550 BCE Solon’s code in Greece created less strict laws and punishments.
-1215 CE Magna Carta in England limits a king’s power and protects citizens’ rights.
How has the role of legal codes evolved through time in human societies?
Laws have become stricter over time.
Legal codes have been based on religious beliefs.
Governments have never supported the rights of citizens.
Legal codes have gradually given more protections to citizens.
If you go and take the field of an enemy, the enemy will come and take your field.
Babylonian proverb, 1600 B.C.
Which is the likely purpose of this ancient proverb?
to encourage people to tend their fields
to discourage people from fighting in wars
to encourage people to obey government laws
to discourage people from defending their land
Why did some ancient civilizations write and publish their laws?
to allow patricians and plebeians to read and vote for the laws
to record the laws so that historians would understand ancient culture
to ensure that citizens of the civilization would read and understand the laws
to guarantee that each politician received a personal copy of the printed laws
Order of Ruling Powers in Ancient Greece
1. Monarchy
2. Oligarchy
3. Tyranny
4. Democracy
Which statement explains the list above?
Some city-states of Ancient Greece went from being governed by their citizens to being ruled by a king.
Some city-states of Ancient Greece went from being ruled by nobility to being governed by their citizens.
Some city-states of Ancient Greece went from being ruled by military leaders to being governed by the upper class.
Some city-states of Ancient Greece went from being ruled by rich merchants
How was being a citizen of Sparta different from being a citizen of Athens?
Spartans were expected to honor their city through creative, artistic
expression.
Spartans were expected to be educated, so they could participate in
government.
Spartans were expected to display the riches of Greece through grand homes and feasts.
Spartans were expected to protect their city through military service and physical strength.
How did early Christianity spread around the world?
Missionaries followed conquerors and colonists.
Bibles were published in all languages.
Christian sea captains sold fares to other Christians.
European monarchs practiced the religion when they traveled.
King or Monarch
Lord or Noble
Knight or Warrior
Serf or Peasant
Which type of social structure divided its citizens this way?
socialism
feudalism
matrilinealism
caste system
Which statement explains changes in government from absolute monarchy to constitutional monarchy?
Kings and queens wished to maintain authority and control.
The divine right of kings to rule was reinforced.
Citizens wanted a stronger voice in their government.
The power of feudal lords was affirmed.
According to the picture, how did ancient societies change their environment to bring water into cities?
abacus
aqueducts
sundial
columns
Three days after I captured this city, some of the Indians who lived here came to offer to make peace. . . . I received them... making them understand the purpose of my coming to this country, which is, in the name of His Majesty . . .that they and all others in this province should become Christians.
Coronado’s Report to Viceroy Mendoza, 1540
According to the excerpt, what caused Coronado to conquer this city?
He was seeking trade with the native people.
He wanted to convert his fellow explorers in the region to Christianity.
He was searching for a fortune in diamonds that were reported in the area.
He wanted to Christianize the native population.
Hail to thee, O Nile! Who manifests thyself over this land, and comes to give life to Egypt! Mysterious is thy issuing forth from the darkness, on this day whereon it is celebrated! Watering the orchards created by Re, to cause all the cattle to live, you give the earth to drink, inexhaustible one! . . . You cause the workshops of Ptah to prosper!
How does this hymn reflect the values and beliefs of the ancient civilizations?
It shows that all plant and animal life was sacred.
It demonstrates a respect for the forces of nature.
It promotes the belief in life beyond death.
It reveals that people were peaceful.
An absolute monarchy is a type of government structure. Which of the statements describes this type of structure?
The citizens have an equal say in their government.
The citizens elect representatives to run the government
The ruler has complete power over the citizens or inhabitants.
The ruler has control of the government, but citizens have rights.
The geographic theme human environment interaction answers what question?
"What is a particular site like?"
"How do people, goods, and ideas move from location to location?"
"How are places similar or different?"
"How do people relate to the physical world?"
The geographic theme location answers what question?
"Where are things found?"
"How are places similar or different?"
"What is a particular site like?"
"How do people relate to the physical world?"
The geographic theme region answers what question?
Where are things found?
How are places similar or different?
What is a particular site like?
"How do people relate to the physical world?"
What are the three items that are moved in the theme movement?
people, goods, and ideas
planes, trains and automobiles
ideas, food and clothes
money, people and food
The Nomad: Thousands of years before civilizations developed writing, people lived with no permanent homes. They were called nomads. They hunted and fished for food. They also gathered plants that could later be eaten. Nomads moved from one location to another. They needed to move when plants or animals were scarce. Their survival depended on finding these necessities every day.
According to this passage, early people were nomads because they…
needed to find minerals
were governed by a king
were trying to survive
needed to build ships
Hunters and gatherers, as the name suggests, traveled about to find food and life’s necessities. What name do we give to people who wander from place to place?
farmers
merchants
warriors
Nomads
Which continent is number 1
North America
South America
Asia
Africa
Which continent is number 2
North America
South America
Africa
Asia
Which continent is number 3
Asia
Africa
Australia
Antarctica
Which continent is number 4
Asia
Europe
Africa
North America
Which continent is number 5
Asia
Europe
Africa
South America
Which continent is number 6
Asia
Africa
Europe
South America
Which continent is number 7
Africa
Asia
Austraila
Antartica
A massive drought occurred and the river used as a water supply has dried up. The nomadic group moves to a new location. This is an example of _________________
Push migration
Pull migration
Neolithic revolution
Open migration
A group of people recently learned to make tools from stones. They heard that there are more and better stones in a different area and move to that area. This is an example of
Push migration
Pull migration
Neolithic revolution
Open migration
What was the greatest benefit when people began farming?
They had more time to relax.
They had better-tasting food.
They had a large and stable supply of food.
They had enough water for crops.
Moving from one geographic region to another
Neolithic Revolution
Domestication
Migration
Historian
Training of a wild animal for useful purposes
Agricultural Revolution
Archaeologist
Migration
Domestication
This innovation brought stability to the Neolithic times when humans began to grow crops and domesticate certain animals
Agricultural Revolution
Migration
Historian
Archaeologist
Trade
Permanent shelters
Division of labor (jobs)
Agriculture
Are characteristics of the
Neolithic Era
Paleolithic Era
Middle Ages
Iron age
Began to use fire
Unstable food supply
Nomadic
Hunters and gatherers
Are characteristics of the
Neolithic Era
Paleolithic Era
Middle Ages
Iron Age
What are the possibilities once early humans had a stable food supply?
building permanent shelter
forming human community
division of labor
all of the answers
The barter system is a…
market economy
traditional economy
command economy
mixed economy
Why were the ancient Egyptians buried with their prized possessions?
They wanted their possessions to be preserved for centuries
They wanted their possessions to help identify them.
They wanted their possessions available to them in the afterlife.
They wanted their possessions protected from invaders.
Which class had more status than the priests?
Artisans
Peasants
Pharaoh
Scribes
What does the social pyramid show about Egypt’s social classes?
The fewest number of people were in the highest classes.
There were more rich than poor people in Egypt.
The largest number of people was in the artisan classes.
here were many people advising the pharaoh.
What was the basis of the pharaoh’s power?
They were believed to have been a god.
They were believed to have been descendants of King Sargon.
They were more skilled and educated than the rest of the people.
They were determined to be the best leaders by their people.
Which of the following were accomplishments of the Ancient Egyptian Civilization?
Hieroglyphics
Pyramids
Papyrus
All of the answers
The pharaohs were to Egypt as the _________________ were to the Mesopotamian empires.
Invaders
Kings
Assyrians
Kushites
How is the cuneiform of the Sumerians similar to modern writing?
keeps business records
records laws
records decisions
all of the answers
Hieroglyphics and cuneiform are examples of
farming
art
religions
writing
What effect did the invention of irrigation systems have on ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia?
It reduced farmers’ dependence on aid from the pharaoh.
It brought fresh-water supplies to desert areas.
It helped protect crops from damage caused by flooding.
It increased trade across the Mediterranean Sea.
Which of the following was an innovation created by the Mesopotamian Empires?
writing
irrigation systems
wheel
all of the answers
King Sargon was a king of a Mesopotamian empire. Which statement below shows why his rule was significant in history to other civilizations?
He was the first ruler to pass down rule to his son, which other civilizations followed.
He conquered the Indus river valley
He was an Egyptian ruler
He fought against Sparta
Using information from the map, what conclusion can be drawn about the location of the city states from the map of Mesopotamia?
They lived in mountain ranges to protect themselves from invaders
each city was generally built close to water for food and transportation needs
all of the civilizations fought for water rights
pollution was a major problem in ancient Mesopotamia
How did ancient Egyptians benefit when the Nile River flooded?
The floods made it easier to keep enemies away.
The floods helped the leaders to stay in power.
The floods left silt behind that was good for farming
The floods kept Upper and Lower Egypt separate.
How did ancient Egyptian settlements benefit by being surrounded by desert?
The desert had good land for growing crops
The desert made trade and travel easy.
The desert offered protection from attack.
The desert had plants on which sheep could graze.
War technologies used by the Mesopotamian Empires were
Weapons made of iron
Movable Towers
Horse
All of the above
196. If a man put out the eye of a nobleman, his eye shall be put out. [An eye for an eye ]
198. If he puts out the eye of a freed man, or breaks the bone of a freed man, he shall pay one gold mina.
199. If he puts out the eye of a man's slave, or breaks the bone of a man's slave, he shall pay one-half of its value.
Based on the passage Hammurabi’s Code was…
applied to only women
applied only to slaves
applied to everyone, but not equally
applied to everyone equally
196. If a man put out the eye of a nobleman, his eye shall be put out. [An eye for an eye ]
198. If he puts out the eye of a freed man, or breaks the bone of a freed man, he shall pay one gold mina.
199. If he puts out the eye of a man's slave, or breaks the bone of a man's slave, he shall pay one-half of its value.
What can you determine about social class in Mesopotamia from Hammurabi's Codes?
All people were given equal punishments
Slaves punishment were less harsh than others
People of lower social class had harsher punishment
Social class did not determine punishment
Why did Hammurabi have laws engraved in stone and placed in a public place?
So that all people could see the laws and follow them.
So that there would be art for the people to see.
He wanted to make sure that lawyers knew the rules so people could be prosecuted for crimes.
He did not write down laws, no civilization did that until the Egyptians.
Judaism began during the time of the Mesopotamian empires. How was it different from other religions in the region at that time?
It believed in many different gods.
It believed in only one god.
It created its own kingdoms.
It created social classes for the first time.
Which two leaders were important to the Jewish faith?
Sargon and Hammurabi
Rameses II and Hatshepsut
Menes and Khufu
Abraham and Moses
The Ten Commandments is a
special diet
monotheism
moral law
Pyramid
What is the sacred text (book) of Judaism?
Torah
Quran
Psalms
Bible
This map shows both the Tang (618–907 AD) and Yuan (1271–1368 AD) ancient Chinese dynasties.
Which statement best describes what is shown on the map?
The Yuan Dynasty expanded eastward during its reign.
The Tang Dynasty focused on expanding into desert areas.
The Yuan Dynasty more than doubled the size of the Tang Dynasty.
The Tang Dynasty's territory matched the land area of the Yuan Dynasty.
From which country did Buddhism spread?
India
Afghanistan
China
Japan
This map shows which social studies concept?
Innovations
Government
Cultural Diffusion
Conflict
Findings From Ancient Burial Sites:
·Thousands of life-size, terra-cotta clay soldiers were found about one mile east of the first emperor of China’s tomb.
·Tombs in Egypt were found with tools, make-up, and clothing.
Based on the facts above, how were the beliefs of these societies similar?
The rulers of ancient civilizations were buried in pyramids.
Ancient people across civilizations did not appreciate the arts.
The rulers of ancient civilizations appeared modest or humble in death
Ancient people across civilizations believed in preparing for life after death.
The Silk Road connected China with far-off lands. It was the first major trade system of its kind. Trade became a major part of the early Chinese economy. The Silk Road was a series of trade routes that connected China with markets in Europe, Central Asia, South Asia, North Africa, and the Middle East. The Silk Road was not a continuous road but rather a series of trade routes that connected China with Europe, India, the Middle East, and northern Africa. One of the main routes to the West extended about 4,000 miles. The sea routes of the Silk Road traveled via the South China Sea and the Indian Ocean to Iraq or Egypt. On the other side, merchants brought the goods to Alexandria, Egypt, and other places Europeans used for trade. According to the passage, what was the Silk Road?
One paved road that people in Ancient China used to travel to work
A series of trade routes that connected China with other parts of the world.
A place to worship and celebrate culture
A series of roads that connected North and South America
Which statement supports the cultural impact of the Silk Road?
Encouraged isolation between the ancient civilizations.
Spread ideas, food, and innovations between Asia and Europe.
Sparked further wars within the Chinese kingdoms.
Furthered the separation of social classes in China.
"In its time, Han China was the most technologically advanced civilization in the world. Cai Lun, an official of the Han Court, invented a method for making durable paper out of wood pulp. His basic method is still used to manufacture paper today. The Chinese also pioneered advanced methods of shipbuilding and invented the rudder to steer."
Which key feature of a civilization is being described in reading?
Art and architecture
Religion
Technology and innovation
Social classes/job specialization
Which mountain range separates India and China?
Himalayas Mountains
Ganges River
Indus River
Appalachian Mountains
Why did trading networks like the Silk Road develop?
People wanted to take land and to keep control of that land.
The trails were used for communication between groups.
People traded because certain resources were not available in all areas.
Travelers enjoyed exploring nearby lands after trading for spices.
In what way did Chandragupta’s rule differ from Ashoka’s?
Chandragupta had harsh laws and used a large army to be sure no one threatened his power.
Chandragupta used Buddhism to be sure his people were happy.
Chandragupta used Hammurabi’s Code to enforce harsh rules.
Chandragupta promoted justice, security and the general welfare of the empire.
How did Ashoka manage to keep India united?
by promoting peace through Buddhism in his empire
by creating an army of 700,000 soldiers
by keeping his family in power
by conquering all of Asia
Qin Shihuangdi’s major accomplishments were he was the first emperor to unify much of China during the Qin Dynasty, he started the Great Wall of China, and what other accomplishment?
He put pillars with Buddhist saying around China.
He wrote the exams that scholar-officials had to pass.
He created the world’s first sewer systems.
He had thousands of terracotta statues created for his tomb.
What is the name of Ancient India’s rigid social ranking system which still influences India’s society today?
mummification.
caste system.
irrigation systems.
welfare system.
Why is the Gupta reign called the Golden Age of Hindu culture?
They had many advances in learning, literature and art.
The Guptas established a gold standard.
The crops in the river valleys were golden color.
Many new lands were added to the empire.
Who helped spread Buddhism beyond India?
Chandragupta Maurya
Ashoka
Qui Shihuangi
Confucius
How were Hammurabi and Ashoka similar?
They had laws carved into pillars for everyone to see.
They had harsh laws.
They encouraged people to become Buddhist.
They encouraged people to become Hindus.
For what purpose was the Great Wall of China built?
To create a definite border for the Chinese empire
For monumental purposes
To unite the provinces of China
To protect China from invaders from the north
People in the Gupta Empire traded with each other and with faraway people. What did the Gupta Empire provide that made trade easier?
roads
toys and games
metalwork
weapons
Which factor contributed most to the spread of Buddhism from India to China?
trade routes
forced migrations
military conquests
religious intolerance
Which event happened first?
220 BC-Silk reaches eastern edges of the Roman Empire.
682 AD-Islam reaches Africa and Europe
1368 AD-Ming Dynasty begins
3000 BC-China begins producing silk.
How many years of history does this timeline cover?
1500 years
2000 years
3000 years
4500 years
Important long-term contributions of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations are primarily found in the area of
military technology
farming techniques
economic policy and planning
government and law
The United States has this form of government today which blends ideas of how to govern from Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome.
Monarchy
Democracy
Oligarchy
Tyranny
How was Rome’s Twelve Tables similar to Hammurabi’s code and Ashoka’s Edicts?
Punishment is harsher than the crime
They all said that people were guilty if accused.
They were written laws placed in public so all could see them
They only applied to the lower class of people.
In which way was life similar between the Greek city-states?
Language
Religion
Lifestyle
All of the answers
In which way was life in Athens different from life in Sparta?
Life in Athens involved more farming, while life in Sparta involved more fishing and sailing.
Life in Athens was influenced by religious thought, while life in Sparta did not allow religion.
Life in Athens praised exercise and strength, while life in Sparta praised democratic citizenship.
Life in Athens was focused on education and citizenship, while life in Sparta was focused on the military.
Ancient Rome adapted and adopted which of the following from other civilizations?
Rome learned how to make columns and arches from the Greeks
Romans adopted and renamed gods from the Greeks
Greeks already developed hot and cold water systems, but the Romans improved these to heat their bath houses
All of the answers
Alexander the Great’s conquest of Greece, Asia Minor, Egypt, and Persia led to what?
Spread of Greek culture
Adoption of a feudal system
Establishment of representative democracy
Spread of Islamic culture throughout Europe
Romans had Chinese silk on their togas. This shows us that trade can lead to ____________________.
isolation
cultural diffusion
political change
social classes
According to the chart, who could vote in the Athenian Democratic system?
Only adult males born in Athens
All citizens, male and female age 18 and over
Only those with divine right
Women and slaves that were born in Sparta
How was the Roman Empire different from the Roman Republic?
Only elected positions were held under the Empire
The Roman Republic was ruled by a tyrant.
In the Empire they were ruled by emperors.
The Empire has a direct democracy where every citizen voted on all issues.
Alexander the Great was
an excellent military leader
the son of Philip of Macedon
able to expand Greek culture as far as India
all of the answers
The Punic Wars gave the Roman Republic control of the Mediterranean Sea. This shows that conflict may lead to_________________
geography
resources
expansion
isolation
What was the language of the Ancient Romans?
Romanian
Latin
Greek
Spanish
The ancient Greeks are famous for their accomplishments of architecture, philosophy and the _______________
Olympics
wheel
fireworks
papyrus
How did Rome adapt to its geography in order to be successful?
Built terrace farms in order to farm in the mountains
Romans built a network of paved roads that covered the entire empire and set up trade routes over the Mediterranean Sea.
They dug deep basins to hold flooded water for farming in the desert.
They used the silt from the Yellow River for farming.
Which civilization influenced the architecture pictured?
Indian
Mesopotamian
Egyptian
Greek
Selected Laws from the Twelve Tables of Ancient Rome:
1.1 If he (plaintiff) summon him (defendant) into court, he shall go.
11.3 Whoever is in need of evidence, he shall go on every third day to call out loud before the doorway of the witness.
8.21 If a patron shall defraud his client, he must be solemnly forfeited (killed).
9.6 Putting to death . . . of any man who has not been convicted, whosoever he might be, is forbidden.
Which protection is supported by these laws?
innocent until proven guilty
property rights for women
direct election of leadership
equal distribution of income
What was outcome of the Peloponnesian War?
Athens became an oligarchy.
The entire peninsula became a democracy.
Sparta won, but all the Greek city-states were weakened.
The Romans conquered the Greeks.
A lack of participation in government, disease, and what other cause resulted in the fall of Rome?
The return of democracy to the empire
Persian Empire’s invasion
Peloponnesian War
Weak emperors can cause political confusion
Which aspect of Greek society focused on polytheism?
The worship of many Greek gods as their religion
The democracy centered government
The implementation of art and architecture
The domestication of animals
Where was the birthplace of democracy?
Athens
Sparta
Marathon
Gupta
What was the effect of Constantine legalizing Christianity in the Roman Empire?
Catholic Church began the Counter-Reformation.
People became polytheistic.
Christianity spread quickly with government support.
Christianity was not accepted by anyone.
Who declared himself dictator for life and brought an end to the Roman Republic?
Alexander the Great
Julius Caesar
Philip of Macedonia
Constantine
Which level of society under feudalism provided loyalty and protection in exchange for a place to live?
monk
knight
lord
serf
The system of political ties between kings, lords and knights is called
feudalism
convents
Medieval
Architecture
___________were not free and tied to the manor they lived on.
(A) serfs
(B) Kings
(C) Popes
(D) Nun
Use the chart to answer the question. Which title should replace the question mark in the pyramid?
Knights
Scholars
Merchants
Journeymen
Who was granted protection in return for food and services?
Merchants
Nobles
Serfs (Peasants)
King
In return for land, the king received money, soldiers, protection and _________ from his lesser nobles (subjects)
food
religion
land
power
-Europe lost a third of its population.
-Labor shortages brought higher wages for many workers.
-Peasants were no longer tied to their lord’s land, weakening the feudal system.
Which conclusion about effects of the Black Death (bubonic plague) can be drawn from the listed information?
Lords maintained a tighter grasp over their people as the feudal system strengthened.
It slowed political development in Europe.
The remaining peasants were able to get more rights.
Kings gained more direct power over their lords.
The 100 Years War helped to create the modern nations of
Scotland and Ireland.
Germany and Italy.
Spain and Portugal.
England and France.
When did armies of Christians travel to the Holy Land seeking to regain control of the Holy Lands?
A Peloponnesian War
B Persian Wars
C the Crusades
D the Hundred Years War
People desired goods from Middle East after the Crusades is an example of
economic development.
influencing modern governments.
a reflection of the society’s beliefs and values.
cultural diffusion.
The Magna Carta was an influence on the U.S. Constitution as they both
limited the power of the ruler
made taxes illegal
set religious guidelines
created a democracy
Gunpowder, cannons and the English longbow were weapons used during which war during the late Middle Ages?
Battle of Hastings
Crusades
Hundred Years War
Battle of Tours
Charlemagne was crowned Holy Roman Emperor. This is an example of the _________ and government working together.
church
kings
empires
architecture
Stained glass
Tall towers
Pointed ceilings
What do these items have in common?
they are examples of military technology
they are used in Gothic architecture
they are symbols of economic power
they were used by the ancient Greeks
The Catholic Church played an important role in society because it influenced ___________ in the Middle Ages.
art and architecture
literature
government
all of the answers
How did medieval churches help educate a public that could not read?
They held religious classes
They supported tax-based public education
They required church members to learn and read the Bible
They featured stained glass that showed Bible stories
What power did the “divine right” give to the king?
The ability to rule the land how he pleased.
The power to take over the Silk Road.
The power to free the serfs from the manor.
The ability to make another a knight who showed him honor.
Why did some people think feudalism was unfair?
It gave too much power to the serfs.
It allowed people to vote for their kings.
It took advantage of the serfs by not adequately paying them for their labor.
It made Christianity the sole religion of Rome.
Which statement best replaces the question mark in the last box?
Trade decreases.
Guilds organize
Feudalism expands.
Chivalry develops
Da Vinci's sketch of the human skull is an example of how people wanted to study human anatomy to understand
why people died from the Black Death.
why the Catholic Church was able to cure disease.
the effects of smallpox.
the effects of weapons in the Hundred Years War.
As a result of the population decrease from the Black Death, workers demanded higher wages, creating the middle class and changing the social hierarchy of European society. This led to the wealthy being ___________ instead of landowners.
serfs owning manors
nobles living in castles
merchants living in cities
kings controlling feudalism
The pope cannot remit [forgive] any guilt, except by declaring and showing that it has been remitted [forgiven] by God . . . .
—Martin Luther’s Ninety-five Theses
What was the effect of Luther’s statement?
Luther explained that the Pope had the highest authority
Luther declared God alone could forgive sins; not the Pope.
The Catholic church made Martin Luther it’s leader
Everyone in Europe stopped believing in God.
Comparing the two pictures, how is Renaissance art different from Middle Ages art?
The background of Renaissance art had few details.
Renaissance art was more focused on religion.
The people in Renaissance art were more realistic and life-like.
Renaissance art was overall simple and plain
Comparing the two pictures, how were Medieval and Renaissance art similar?
Both were flat and unrealistic.
Both are lifelike and about all aspects of life.
Both showed perspective.
Both often had religious subjects.
Which of the following best describes the Renaissance?
People only learned from the teachings of Aristotle
Christian unity throughout the region.
An advance of Muslim culture.
A time of great intellectual and artistic creativity.
Renaissance Humanism emphasized which concept?
that the only the Pope could communicate with God
the importance of family
the authority of the church
human achievements
Which group supported those who created the early art of the Renaissance?
Italian patrons
Catholic priests
Spanish traders
Muslim thinkers
What made the Italian city-states an ideal location for the Renaissance to begin?
A. They were centrally located in the Mediterranean Sea. They were also divided and competing to bring pride to their city-state.
Their lack of unity caused fighting between them and the Renaissance brought them peace.
They were located on a major trade route from England to Norway.
They remained united after the fall of the Roman Empire.
Which of the following is true about technology in the modern world?
The internet has revolutionized communication much in the same way as the printing press in the Renaissance Era
Computers have provided very little change in the way that information is stored and processed in industrial settings
Mechanical transportation has gotten slower and not seen growth in decades
It has increased standards of living in the developed world but had little to no impact on the developing world
What was the most significant impact of the invention of the printing press?
Renaissance and Reformation ideas spread quickly throughout Europe.
The Catholic Church began excommunicating heretics..
Scientific instruments quickly became more and more accurate.
Attending plays became more common among ordinary people
How did innovations that developed over time—such as writing, trade routes, schools, and the printing press—affect societies?
They increased the spreading of ideas.
They reduced the construction of buildings.
They limited contact between peoples.
They lowered literacy rates.
According to the passage, how did the invention of the printing press impact the society?
Promoted trade
Promoted literacy, the ability to read and write
Promoted cultural diffusion
Promoted imperialism, conquering of other nations
According to the passage, before the invention of the printing press and the Renaissance, who were primarily the only people educated in society?
Wealthy Individuals
Slaves
Male
Female
What period does this diagram describe?
The Protestant Reformation
Feudalist Society
Roman Empire
Greek Empire
• Decline in Catholic authority due to corruption
• The Bible being translated into the vernacular (language of ordinary people)
• The invention of the printing press
Which best describes the results of this list?
There was an establishment of Muslim Empires.
The spread of Reformation ideas in Europe.
There was an invasion of Vikings from Northern Europe.
There was an expansion of global trade in Southeast Asia.
What actions of the Church motivated Martin Luther to write the 95 Theses?
The purchasing of indulgences.
The lack authority of the Church in government.
The increase in literacy throughout Europe.
Presenting services in English.
Why did Henry VIII create the Church of England?
To give more power to the Catholic Church.
In order to divorce and remarry.
In order to go to war with Spain.
To increase Church taxes.
How are the Protestant Reformation and the European Renaissance similar?
Both discouraged the growth of strong monarchs.
Were both led by the military.
Both encouraged people to question traditional beliefs.
Both supported the return of the Muslim Empires.
How are Protestants and Catholics similar?
They are both Christian religions.
They both follow the Pope as head of their church.
They both agreed with Martin Luther’s 95 Theses
They have nothing in common with one another.
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