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WorksheetsWorld History CFE Review
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Worksheet time: 2hrs 33mins
What do prehistoric mean?
written records (like games and songs)
old or out of date
relating to or denoting the period before written records
relating to or denoting the period after written records
How did innovations such as irrigation, aqueducts, and improved farm transform civilization?
Innovations made it possible to expand settlements at arid locations.
Innovations increased the numbers of hunters and gatherers.
Innovations required smaller herds and less livestock.
Innovations decreased the size of cities.
Legalism: belief that leaders should rule force
Confucianism: The ruler bears responsibility or 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 the 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 subsides and support.
Merchants became concerned with the economic issues affecting China's citizens.
In 711 CE, the Moors invaded Spain and established Islamic rule. During this period, philosophy, mathematics, and science flourished in the nation. For instance, Ibn Zuhr, a physician and surgeon, tested medical procedures on animals before using them humans. His work was translated into Latin and Hebrew and had a significant impact on the medical field. Spain remained closely connected to Baghdad for 200 years before becoming independent. Spain was one of the wealthiest areas of Europe during the period of Moorish rule.
Based on the above passage, how did the Moorish invasion of Spain affect civilization in the region?
It forbade the advancement of philosophy and emphasized religion.
It led to the development of new scientific and mathematical techniques.
It created an isolated area of economic development and trade.
It transformed Spain into a society primarily concerned with military power.
Hammurabi was the king of Babylon from 1792 BCE to 1750 BCE. Hammurabi wrote The Code of Hammurabi, the oldest set laws known to exist, which was made up of 282 laws. The code was carved in stone for all to see and read
Facts about The Code of Hammurabi
* This was the first written code- people could see it. This increased people's ability to read.
* The code treated women fairly.
*The harsh punishment made civilization safer.
*The code reinforced class structure-punishments were different for the different classes.
Based on the above information, how did Hammurabi help to transform society?
His laws got rid of the existing class system.
He required that every class be punished equally.
He continued the practice of treating women differently from men.
His laws were written to include women.
* Trade routes linking West African 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 the camels affect the transport of goods across the Sahara Desert?
Traders were able to use camels to stop trans-Sahara shipments 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.
The Roman Forum: The Roman forum was located at the center of Ancient Rome. It was a gathering place where public events were held. Soon the forum grew to also include merchant shops, temples and government buildings. The forum became the religious, economic, and government center for Rome.
Based on the above information, how did the forum contribute to Roman civilization?
Instead of being solely focused on commerce, the forum also fulfilled cultural needs of the Romans.
The forum provided cheaper prices for Romans than other markets.
Government building were the focus of the forum, showcasing the power of the Roman government.
Forum ruins still can be found today, because they were so well built.
The Roman Forum: The Roman forum was located at the center of Ancient Rome. It was a gathering place where public events were held. Soon the forum grew to also include merchant shops, temples and government buildings. The forum became the religious, economic, and government center for Rome.
Based on the above information, how did the forum contribute to Roman civilization?
Instead of being solely focused on commerce, the forum also fulfilled cultural needs of the Romans.
The forum provided cheaper prices for Romans than other markets.
Government building were the focus of the forum, showcasing the power of the Roman government.
Forum ruins still can be found today, because they were so well built.
As restrictions and prohibitions are multiplied in the Empire, the people grow poorer and poorer. When the people are subjected to overmuch government, the land is thrown into confusion.... The Greater the number of laws and enactments, the more thieves and robbers there will be. Therefore the Sage says: "So long as I do nothing, the people will work out their own reformation, So long as I love calm, the people will right themselves. If only I keep from meddling, the people will grow rich, If only I am free from desire, the people will come naturally back to simplicity." - The Saying of Lao-Tzu: Government
What were Lao-Tzu's views on government?
Lao-Tzu thought that people were naturally evil and needed many laws to govern their behavior.
Lao-Tzu advocated for limited government involvement in people's everyday lives.
Lao-Tzu believed that only people from the upper class were fit to govern.
Lao-Tzu felt that regulations on trade would lead to more people becoming rich.
There came from India certain monks... they promised the emperor in an interview that they would provide the materials for making silk so that never should the Romans seek business of this kind from their enemy the Persians, or from any other people whatsoever... Thus began the art of making silk from that time on in the Roman Empire. - "Procopius: The Roman Silk Industry"
How did the negotiations between the Indian monks and the Roman emperor affect the silk trade in Roman empire?
The Roman Empire started to import silk from India rather than from Persia.
The Indian monks offered to establish a route for silk trade with Persia.
The Roman Empire no longer had to import silk because it could be produced locally.
The Persians offered a better price for silk so the Romans began to trade with them.
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 throughout 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
The Chinese civilization began along the Yellow River basin around 1700 BCE and soon spread along other rivers in China. Yellow River floods enriched the surrounding soils, allowing farmers to produce surplus crops and domesticate animals. Yellow River floods often destroyed early settlements and ruined crop production for years.
How did geography affect the development of Chinese civilization?
The growth of Chinese civilization 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 people to build massive public works projects to benefit the poor.
The natural resources of China encouraged Chinese farmers to create artificial rivers, like the Yellow River, where they could produce crops.
Kings wanted to control decision making in their governments. How did this desire affect the structures of governments?
Governments became constitutional monarchies when the king or queen shared the power with a legislative council.
Governments became hereditary Republics and Democracies
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.
Accounts of the Routes of the Jewish Merchants to the East, 847: These merchants . . . journey from west to east, from east to west, partly on land, partly by sea. . . . On their return they carry back musk, aloes, camphor, cinnamon, and other products of the Eastern countries . . . where they again embark on the Western Sea. Book of Ways by Ibn Khordadhbeh, 847, translated by Joseph Jacobs, 1919
How did the Jewish merchants’ trade routes affect people living in Asia and Europe?
People began to move away from the routes used by the foreign traders.
People were able to buy and trade goods with people from other regions.
People needed to build ships to participate in the trade.
People learned to avoid speaking foreign languages.
Towns in medieval Europe neglected their water supplies and did not construct sanitation systems. How did this choice affect the quality of life of medieval Europeans living in towns?
It decreased as they left towns to live in the countryside.
It improved as they quickly learned more about medicine. .
It increased as they organized to create advanced technologies.
It declined as they suffered from diseases coming from water
All south from this is named the Middle Kingdom. . . . The people . . . have not to . . . attend to any magistrates and their rules; only those who cultivate the royal land have to pay (a portion of) the grain from it. . . . The king governs without . . . corporal punishments. Criminals are simply fined, lightly or heavily, according to the circumstances (of each case). A Record of Buddhistic Kingdoms by Faxian, translated by James Legge, 1886
But in Crete . . . all the fruits of the earth, of cattle, of the public revenues . . . one portion is assigned to the gods and to the service of the state, and another to the common meals, so that men, women, and children are all supported out of a common stock. The Politics of Aristotle, translated by Benjamin Jowett, 1885
Based on the excerpts, how did the responsibilities of citizens in the Middle Kingdom compare to those of citizens of Crete?
In both kingdoms, citizens were required to contribute a portion of their crops to provide food for citizens in the kingdom in which they lived.
Citizens of the Middle Kingdom had to pay a portion of their crops only if they used royal land, but in Crete everyone had to pay a portion to the state.
In both kingdoms, citizens had to grow crops on royal land and give their proceeds to the king, who distributed them evenly among citizens of the kingdom.
Citizens of the Middle Kingdom had to pay a portion of their crops to their government, while in Crete only citizens in the highest social class had to make a contribution.
How did innovations that develop 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.
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 barrier from attacks.
[Baghdad straddled] the bank of the [River] Tigris... The water exists, both on the north and the south, were , like the city gates, guarded night and day by relays of soldiers stationed in the watch towers on both sides of the river. Every household was plentifully supplied with water "at all seasons" by the numerous aqueducts which interested the town....
A Short History of the Saracens, by Syed Ameer ALL, 1899
Based on the excerpt, how did the city's location on a river influence its development?
The river provided a natural barrier to protect Baghdad from invasion by enemies.
The river provided a supply of fish that could be traded throughout the region.
Because of the river, traders were easily able to access Baghdad from throughout the region.
The river provided an easily accessible supply of water that was transported throughout the city via aqueducts.
A single population of modern humans migrated from southern Siberia... and crossed over to the Americas 16,500 years ago... Sites all around the country... now provide more promising indications that the earliest Americans spread throughout the continent at least 14,500 years ago. Currently, the oldest claim for back to about 15,000 years ago.
"Other Migration Theories"
Bering Land Bridge National Preserve, National Park Service
Based on the text, how did the migration of the first people in America affect the region?
They came from different regions and fought over territory.
They populated areas throughout the modern United States.
They quickly developed permanent settlements in the Americas.
They continued to use common languages and cultural practices.
Leif said to his companions, "I propose now to divide our company into two groups, and to set about an exploration of the country. On-half of our party shall remain at home at the house, while the other half shall investigate the land; and evening, and are not to separate [from each other]."
"The Saga of Eric the Red" 1387, translated by Arthur Middleton Reeves, 1890
Based on the excerpt, what role did Leif Ericsson play in transforming Viking society?
His explorations led to a war with the people of Greenland.
His expedition led to him becoming king of the Vikings.
His voyages led to the expansion of Viking territory.
Hiss journey led to the development of trading routes with Asia.
What are some of the Chinese inventions that have change the way people live
ink pen, matches
telescope, printing press
magnetic compass, gunpowder
cloth sails, ink pen
Romans used roads to
Spread slavery
Spread the system of feudalism
Spread Roman beliefs, and culture
Spread crusades to conquer other countries
The Silk Road was important because it helped spread Chinese
Dynasties
Culture
Diseases
The Great Wall
Athens achievements include: development of city states, home to famous philosophers, great achievements in Art and:
Created the Latin Language
Created aqueducts
Had leaders that united all of Greece
Established the a Democratic system of Government.
What does a political map show?
Political Maps show government workers.
Political Maps show landforms.
Political Maps show boundaries.
Political Maps show animals.
What does a physical map show?
Physical maps show landforms.
Physical maps show boundaries.
Physical maps show animals.
Physical maps show government workers.
What is the difference between a primary source and secondary source?
A secondary source is a first hand account; A primary source is created by someone who did not experience first hand.
A primary source is a first hand account; A secondary source is created by someone who did not experience first hand.
A primary source is a newspaper or textbook; A secondary source is a diary or speech.
A primary source and secondary source are the same thing.
Where can representative democracy (government by the people) trace its origin?
Democracy began in ancient Russia.
Democracy began in the United States.
Democracy began in ancient Greece.
Democracy began in ancient China.
How do natural resources relate to where people live?
People live close to natural resources to decrease populations.
People live close to natural resources to make more babies.
People live close to natural resources to survive and to create an economy.
People live close to natural resources to travel more.
What are the 7 continents?
China, Europe, Russia, America, Mexico, Brazil, and India.
Africa, Antarctica, South America, North America, Europe, North Pole, and South Pole.
Africa, Antarctica, South America, North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.
There are more than 7 continents.
What are the four cardinal directions on a compass rose?
North, East, South, West
Northwest, Southwest, Northeast, Southeast
North, South, Left, Right
Up, Down, East, West
What do you call the ruler in an unlimited government?
A dictator, King, or Queen
A President
A Judge
A Priest
Where is the US on a map?
The United States is located to the Southeast of South America.
The United States is located to the Northwest of Canada.
The United States is located to the Northwest of The North Pole.
The United States is located to the Northwest of South America.
What are some duties of American Citizens?
Some duties are eating Takis, turning up, and defending the country.
Some duties are obeying the laws, sleeping in, and being nice.
Some duties are obeying the laws, paying taxes and defending the nation.
American Citizens do not have duties.
What are some responsibilities of American citizens?
Some responsibilities include being mean to others and breaking the law.
Some responsibilities include being informed about community and voting.
Some responsibilities include recycling and riding a bike.
American Citizens do not have responsibilities.
How would you describe the government of the United States?
The government of the United States is a Monarchy. This means that people get to vote for a king or queen.
The government of the United States is a Communist system. This means that people get to vote and engage in free enterprise.
The government of the United States is limited and a Democracy. This means that people get to vote.
The government of the United States is limited and a Democracy. This means that people are ruled by a dictator and do not have rights.
Which ocean is on the eastern side of the United States?
The Indian ocean is to the east of the U.S.
The Pacific ocean is to the east of the U.S.
The Atlantic ocean is to the east of the U.S.
Canada is to the east of the U.S.
Why is it easy to transport goods in Europe?
There are not many waterways in Europe, making it easy to transport goods. Also, Europe is huge.
Europe is close to the South Pole, where many goods come from.
Europe is close to the Equator, which is where many goods come from.
There are many waterways in Europe, making it easy to transport goods. Also, Europe is fairly small.
If the King rules, the type of government is a/an
oligarchy
dictatorship
monarchy
theocracy
Reincarnation is
The process of recycling
The process of rebirth
The process of decomposition
The process of farming
How did geography affect the development of Chinese culture?
Long coastlines made access to trade possible.
Flat land made travel easy.
Great Wall of China made travel along the top easier for traders.
Tall mountains and deserts isolated China from other nations.
In order to work for the government, men had to pass this test or exam.
Hammurabi's Code
Civil Service
Vedas
Torah
(Also, the largest city-state by a wide margin)
(It housed a fort and a temple to the city-state's local god or goddess)
What was this war called?
A wealthy, upperclass person in the Ancient Roman Republic
patrician
plebian
counsul
dictator
