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WorksheetsTN Ready 6th grade Social Studies Review
Total questions: 36
Worksheet time: 9hrs 0mins
A pharaoh is...
a king in Egypt
a god in Egypt
a man in Egypt
a god-king in Egypt
How did the use of metal tools most affect the development of civilizations during the Neolithic Age?
by allowing for the development of long-distance trade
by improving the transportation of goods between regions
by expanding the productivity of agricultural labor
by increasing dependence on hunting and gathering
Look at the chart and answer the question.
Which statement explains the effect of these new technologies on Mesopotamian civilizations?
They replaced the need for slave labor to transport goods.
They contributed to the development of naval military forces.
They decreased the need to irrigate farmland.
They aided the movement of trade goods across long distances.
Why is Abraham an important figure in the history of the ancient Hebrews?
He was a Hebrew scholar during the Babylonian exile.
He led the Hebrew people from slavery in Egypt.
He was chosen to be the first Jewish king.
He was a founder of Judaism.
Read the source and answer the question.
As soon as he was at the head of affairs, Solon liberated the people once and for all. . . . Next Solon drew up a constitution and enacted new laws. . . . The laws were
inscribed on the wooden stands, and set up in the King’s Porch, and all swore to obey them. . . . He divided the population according to property into four classes . . . , giving offices to each class.
Why is this series of events significant in the history of Ancient Greece?
It illustrates the origins of democracy.
It describes the decline of self-government.
It suggests the effectiveness of oligarchical rule.
It demonstrates the characteristics of a caste system.
Study the list and answer the question.
How did the development of agriculture most influence the emergence of early civilizations?
by establishing organized hunting groups
by supporting a nomadic lifestyle
by increasing the size of the population
by allowing for the formation of democratic government
Study the diagram and answer the question.
Which characteristic completes this diagram?
Built large pyramids to bury rulers
Located in Africa
Bordered by the Black Sea
Practiced polytheistic beliefs
Which statement accurately describes the diffusion of Buddhism during the Han Dynasty?
It was introduced to Japan through conquest by the Han military.
It spread along trade routes established by the Han.
It became the basis of the Han civil service system.
It was adopted in Persia through an alliance with the Han.
Study the source and answer the question.
We are unreasonably oppressed and we suffer extortion [abuse] by those persons whose duty it is to maintain the public welfare. . . . Generals and soldiers . . . coming to us, . . . taking us from our tasks, requisitioning [seizing] our
plowing oxen, make exactions that are by no means their due. And it happens thus that we are wronged by extortions. Our possessions are spent on them, and our fields are stripped and laid waste.
— Petition to the Emperor Philip, On Official and
Military Extortion, 246 CE
Based on the source and your background knowledge, which statement provides a reason for the decline of the Roman Empire?
Roman emperors lost control over the actions of the military.
The composition of the military shifted to include a majority of Roman nobles.
Roman emperors reduced the size of the military through edicts.
The military was sent to foreign lands to expand the Roman Empire.
Study the map and answer the question.
What was the early relationship between the kingdoms shaded on this map?
Kush established trade relations with Egypt.
Kush was continually at war with Egypt.
Egypt had minimal contact with Kush.
Egypt allowed people to practice self-government in Kush.
Read the diagram and answer the question.
Which classes are correctly identified in this diagram showing the structure of Egyptian
society?
1—Soldiers; 2—Priests
1—Farmers; 2—Traders
1—Merchants; 2—Nobles
1—Peasants; 2—Slaves
Read the source and answer the question.
The Exile from Judah to Babylon was a major moment in the emergence [development] of the Jewish religion. On this point, there can be no doubt. There is a great deal of discussion about the details, but the larger point stands beyond any doubt.
The remarkable thing is that the Judeans return from the Exile. . . . They rebuild their Temple. They try to recreate life as it had been before. We don’t know of any other exiled people from this period who returned from exile to reestablish traditional institutions and modes [ways] of worship. But the Judeans did. So somehow, for 70 years or more, they managed to retain [keep] their identity, retain
their religion and their values strongly enough to motivate [influence] them to return and try to start over.
Based on the source, which statement summarizes the effect of the Babylonian captivity on the Jewish people?
It led many followers to seek refuge and aid by migrating to Egypt.
It led later kings to order a military restructuring of their society.
It weakened the kingdom’s defenses prior to the conquest by Rome.
It demonstrated determination to maintain their culture and beliefs.
Study the map and answer the question.
Which number correctly identifies the location of the Plateau of Tibet?
1
2
3
4
Study the table and answer the question.
Which entry could be added to the table?
Developed system of cuneiform writing
Constructed a defensive wall on northern frontier
Developed mathematical concept of zero
Constructed massive pyramids as tombs for rulers
How did the Himalayas help the people of the Indian subcontinent?
by limiting outside contact and allowing the development of a distinct culture
by providing large tracts of land to develop terrace farming
by influencing weather patterns and creating a desert climate
by providing a fertile plateau to allow the growth of wheat
Study the source and answer the question.
‘You will never find the life for which you are looking.
. . . [F]ill your belly with good things;
day and night, night and day, dance and be merry,
feast and rejoice.
Let your clothes be fresh,
bathe yourself in water,
cherish the little child that holds your hand,
and make your wife happy . . .
for this too is the lot of man.’
— The Epic of Gilgamesh
Why is this source considered an important artifact of ancient Mesopotamian civilizations?
It explains the origins of the religious ideals of Mesopotamian civilizations.
It provides insight into the cultural values of Mesopotamian civilizations.
It provides a detailed account of actual events in Mesopotamian civilizations.
It explains the creation of the first civilization in Mesopotamia.
Study the map and answer the question.
What was an impact of these invasions?
Cuneiform writing became common.
Trade with China was established.
Cultural blending occurred.
Buddhism became widespread.
Study the source and answer the question.
I hope, Sir, that you will enter yourself for some one or other of our competitions if you are skilled in any of them and you must have gone in for many a one before now. There is nothing that does any one so much credit all his life long as the showing himself a proper man with his hands and feet. Have a try therefore at something.
This source explains the significance the Olympics played by highlighting the importance Greek citizens placed on
architectural construction.
athleticism.
religious observation.
philosophy.
Which three factors contributed to the initial spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire?
poorly constructed roads
the teachings of Paul
the concept of salvation
imperial support for missionaries
a message that appealed to many people
Read the list and answer the question.
Major Mesopotamian Deities
• An – god of the sky
• Enki – god of the sea
• Girra – god of light
• Baba – goddess of healing
What was the significance of this belief system on the people in Mesopotamian civilizations?
It created moral rules to follow.
It promoted economic cooperation.
It encouraged the development of monotheism.
It explained events occurring in nature.
Which statement describes the impact of geography on ancient China?
Natural resources in different areas led to conflict within the empire.
Unprotected coastlines led to attacks by foreign invaders.
Mountains created obstacles for governing the large empire.
Severe weather prevented a steady source of food for the empire
Which number on the map identifies the region of Asia Minor? (the water is white and the land is grey)
1
2
3
4
Which statement describes a problem in China during the lifetime of Confucius?
Political changes were disrupting lives.
Laws were written for the very first time
Kings stayed in power for many decades.
Women had equal say with men in the government.
Read the list and answer the question.
1. • development of a writing system
2. • invention of bronze tools and weapons
3. • creation of ceramic and bronze art
4. • construction of flood-control ditches
5. • domestication of pigs, sheep, and dogs
Which conclusion about the Shang Dynasty have archaeologists made from the information on the list?
Mongolian traders brought information from other cultures.
Female rulers led the dynasty in the early years.
Chinese warriors conquered nearby areas.
Chinese civilization began to develop.
Which ancient civilization’s culture is described in the Ramayana?
India
Israel
China
Greece
Which was the most important use for papyrus?
to package perishable crops
to create tomb decorations
to keep records
to make bread
How did advances in metal-smithing impact the growth of Mesopotamian societies?
New metal tools increased efficiency
Mining for metal ores destroyed farmlands.
Pollution from metal-smithing damaged farmlands.
New fertilizers from metal-smithing increased production.
Which geographic factor led Athens and other Greek city-states to develop successful maritime trades?
geographic location on navigable rivers
geographic location in warm climates
peninsular shape bordered by seas
fertile farmland on broad plains
Use the map and answer the question.
Which number marks the place known as the Fertile Crescent?
1
2
3
4
Which time designation fits events that happen today?
B.C.
C.E.
circa
prehistory
Which statement describes the main reason trade routes to Europe expanded during the Han Dynasty?
Europeans sought gold for jewelry.
Europeans valued silk for clothing.
Chinese wanted books on papyrus.
Jewelers wanted diamonds for rings.
Read the source and answer the question.
1. The city-states of ancient Greece celebrated their shared culture and religious beliefs in several ways. One method was a group of athletic competitions held each year in a four-year period, in the same four cities and honoring a particular god. The first of the four was the most important, and was always held at Olympia in honor of Zeus. This four-year period became known as an Olympiad. The events at the Games focused on warrior skills: running, jumping, throwing, and equestrian feats. All free males could represent their cities in the games, regardless of social status.
Based on this source and your knowledge of Greek history, which statement explains why the ancient Olympics promoted peace?
because they identified skilled warriors for the military
because they encouraged good relations among the cities
because they promoted athletic rivalries among colonial regions
because they showed powerful warrior skills to potential enemies
Which type of exchange is shown in the diagram?
barter
cash
gift
credit
Which abbreviation indicates an event that occurred before the year 1?
PM
CE
AM
BCE
Which event had the greatest impact on the growth of Latin throughout Europe?
the invention of the wheel
the Translation of Egyptian Hieroglyphics
The expansion of the Roman Empire
the discovery of new trade routes to Asia
Where did the Latin language originate?
Spain
Germany
Italy
Greece
