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WorksheetsSemester 2 Review - 7th grade Social Studies
Total questions: 49
Worksheet time: 26mins
Why did the popularity of Christianity increase throughout Europe during the Middle Ages?
European militaries destroyed the temples of traditional religions
The Catholic Church built monasteries
The Catholic Church adopted Buddhist teachings
European monarchs refused to name official religions in their kingdoms
Status and wealth in the European feudal system of the Middle Ages were determined by which factor?
Business revenue
Land ownership
Military service
Slave trading
How were the heliocentric theories of Copernicus and Kepler different?
Kepler believed that planets made elliptical orbits
Kepler believed that planets revolved around the Earth
Copernicus believed that planets traveled counterclockwise
Copernicus believed that planets did not have their own gravities
How did the spread of the Bubonic Plague impact societies in Europe?
It prevented the Catholic Church from influencing European societies
It caused the rise of the feudal system in European societies
It made European societies more attractive to African immigrants
It isolated European societies from Asia and the Middle East
How were the traditional religions in Africa different from Christianity?
They were monotheistic
They practiced ancestor worship
They had several holy books
They had no deities
Which nations are located in East Asia?
Belgium
China
Egypt
India
Japan
Which tool did Galileo Galilei invent or improve upon?
Combustion engine
Microscope
Printing press
Wheel
Which historical figure was most responsible for bringing Islam into the Kingdom of Mali?
Genghis Khan
Mansa Musa
Mehmed II the Conqueror
Suleiman the Great
How did the Bubonic Plague impact the European economy? (Choose 3)
The merchant class developed
The circulation of currency decreased
Banking became more popular
The feudal system became more popular
Technological advancements led to the creation of new markets
How are the Alps and the Ural Mountains similar?
They are both located in Europe
They both are located in Russia
They both are located along the Black Sea
They both are located along the Mediterranean Sea
Why was Buddhism able to spread throughout China during the 7th century?
China was controlled by the Mongolian Empire
China was divided by the military conflicts of the Warring States period
China was unified by the Tang Dynasty
China was invaded by Japan
During the reign of the three West African kingdoms, trade through the Sahara increased. What was a direct result of this?
West Africa led explorations of the Atlantic Ocean
Christianity was forced out of West Africa
Islam spread into West Africa
West Africa became isolated from the outside world
How is Islam similar to Judaism and Christianity?
The Bible is the most important holy book in all three religions
All three religions are monotheistic
All three religions require prayer multiple times per day
The Qur'an is the most important holy book in all three religions
Which explorer was sponsored by France to discover the New World?
Jacques Cartier
Bartolomeu Dias
Ferdinand Magellan
Amerigo Vespucci
How did William Tyndale's translation of the Bible into English impact Europe?
It started the Reconquista
It increased literacy
It decreased education
It ended the Crusades
Thomas Aquinas said, "A man has free choice to the extent that he is rational." Based on this quote, Thomas Aquinas supported which concept?
Humanism
Isolationism
Mercantilism
Polytheism
Which number correctly identifies the location of the Niger River?
1
2
3
4
How did the Spanish mission system impact Native American civilization?
It decreased the popularity of slavery.
It prevented the spread of diseases.
It increased the popularity.
It introduced the teachings of Christianity.
Why did the Aztec civilization create floating farms called chinampas?
to increase the impact of irrigation in the arid regions of the Sonoran Desert
to make the best use of the swampy lands of the Yucatan Peninsula
to decrease the risk of seasonal flooding along the Mississippi River
to protect crops from hurricanes along the Atlantic coast
Why did the kingdoms of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai all develop in western Africa?
The region had several rare natural resoures
The region was landlocked.
The region was located north of the Mediterranean Sea.
The region had access to the Arabian Sea.
How did Charlemagne impact the Holy Roman Empire?
He allowed Muslim traders o control the government of the Empire.
He decreased the amount of and controlled by the Empire.
He prevented the use of feudalism within the Empire.
He made Christianity the official religion of the Empire.
How did the development of feudalism impact Japanese politics?
Wealthy families developed regional militaries that caused a period of war.
Poor farmers gained more political influence.
Artisans crafted goods that they used to gain political favor.
Religious leaders created a state church that unified the nation.
Why did Christianity become the most popular religion in Europe?
It was brought into the region by traders on the Silk Road
It was spread throughout the region by Alexander the Great and Philip of Macedonia.
It was spread throughout the region by the Roman and Byzantine Empires.
It was brought into the region by the Mongol Empire.
Why is the rule of Saladin significant to the history of the Crusades?
He was the Muslim leader who surrendered and ended the Crusades.
He was the Muslim leader who took control of Palestine in the Battle of Hattin
He was the Muslim leader who conquered Constantinople and renamed it Istanbul.
He was the Muslim leader who started the Crusades in the Battle of Ascalon.
Islam is the most popular religion in which regions? Select TWO that apply.
Eastern Europe
Indian Subcontinent
Middle East
North America
South Africa
Why was Italy uniquely positioned to benefit the trade that started during the Renaissance?
Its location near the Alps protected it from outside invasions.
Its small population decreased the value of its currency.
Its large military increased the cost of taxes.
Its location near the center of the Mediterranean Sea made transportation easier.
During an increase in trade in the 1500s what was one major impact of these trade networks?
Asia, Africa, and Europe became more interconnected.
Merchants became less important in Europe.
Europe became isolated from Asia and Africa.
Military expansion became less common in Asia.
What type of mathematical advancement was made by Muslim scholars during the 12th century?
created the first mechanical calculator
developed the first written number system
created the first number line
developed the first systemized study of algebra
How are Shintoism and Confucianism similar? Select TWO that apply.
Neither religion has shrines
Neither religion has one all-powerful deity
Both religions were created in Europe.
Neither religion has formal written texts
Both religions were created in Asia.
How did the geographic location of Constantinople impact European culture?
It blocked the spread of Muslim culture into Central Europe.
It decreased the importance of trade on the Silk Road.
It prevented Central Europe from developing a unique culture.
It increased the popularity of Judaism in the Middle East.
Why was the foundation of the Ottoman Empire an important event in European history?
It marked the end of trade along the Silk Road.
It led to a period of increased Muslim influence in Europe.
It marked the beginning of the Byzantine Empire.
It led to the spread of democratic governments throughout Europe.
What motivated European nations to explore the New World?
opportunities to gain wealth
opportunities to study new cultures
opportunities to make scientific discoveries
opportunities to adopt new religions
How did the Hundred Years' War have a lasting impact on Europe?
It isolated Europe from trade routes in Middle East.
It increased the political influence of Judaism
It led to the development of the uniquely English culture
It decreased the number of independent nations in Europe
Why did trade along the Silk Road increase during the Yuan Dynasty?
Military conflicts decreased the demand for European goods
The development of new religions changed social priorities in Asia
The formation of military alliances increased tensions in Asia
Expansion of the Mongol Empire made travel along the Silk Road safer
How did the Columbian Exchange have a positive impact on Native American civilizations?
It created social tensions
It introduced new farming techniques
It decreased the population
It increased the amount of available land
Which number correctly identifies the location of the Mecca in Asia?
1
2
3
4
Which historical event limited the power of the monarchy, established the rule of law, and declared the right to the trial of jury?
Adoption of the Magna Carta
Fall of Holy Roman Empire
Start of the Protestant Reformation
Destruction of the Ottoman Empire
Why did Justinian lead the Byzantine Empire into a period of expansion?
He wanted to spread Islam into Western Europe
He wanted to block all trade coming into Europe from Asia
He wanted to create a military alliance with the Mongol Empire
He wanted to restore the glory of the Roman Empire
Why was the first English colony in New England created?
To block French trade routes
To study new animal species
To gain religious freedom
To declare war on Native Americans
Why was Sir Francis Bacon's creation of the scientific method important to the Scientific Revolution?
It prevented religious groups from participating in scientific experiments
It created a system to prove scientific theories
It created a journal of scientific research
It allowed governments to fund scientific research
Why did the Spanish monarchy support the Inquisition in the 15th century?
To spread the ideas of the Protestant Reformation
To increase military support for the Crusades
To bring an end to the Reconquista
To solidify the power of the Catholic Church
How did the Battle of Hastings impact England during the 11th century?
It made England the capital of the Holy Roman Empire
It increased the role of England in international trade
It started the Norman conquests of England
It isolated England from the rest of Europe
This powerful group was established in Florence, Italy, sponsored artists and creatives throughout Italy. They are commonly known for helping establish the Renaissance in Europe.
Catholic Church
Medici Family
Protestant Leaders
Spanish Explorers
How did the rule of the Tudors impact England?
It increased the number of immigrants coming to England
It solidified England's role as a global power
It isolated England from its traditional allies
It moved the central power of the Catholic Church to England
Which geographic feature of North America is located farthest to the east?
Appalachian Mountains
Mississippi River
Rocky Mountains
Yucatan Peninsula
Why did the Catholic Church call for the Council of Trent?
To divide the lands gained by the church during the Crusades
To set the prices of indulgences
To combat the rising popularity of the Protestant Reformation
To increase taxes on church members
Which historical figure created the Anglican Church in England?
Henry VIII
Justinian
Mary I
Saladin
How did the geography of North America impact the development of Native American civilizations?
Harsh geographical features isolated Native American cultures from one another
A lack of natural resources prevented Native American groups from growing
A lack of rivers prevented Native American groups from trading with one another
Diverse geographical regions led to the development of unique Native American cultures
Which historical event directly led to the start of the Protestant Reformation?
Martin Luther's 95 Theses
Leonardo da Vinci's artwork
Rise of mercantilism
Growth of international trade
