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WorksheetsEnd of Year Benchmark
Total questions: 37
Worksheet time: 19mins
How did the organization of Sumerian society effect society in general?
The lower class ruled, while the upper class supported them.
The lower class controlled the economy, while the upper class controlled the government.
The upper class controlled the economy, while the lower class performed the work.
The lower class ruled, while the upper cllass supported their decisions.
How did Ancient Egyptians attempt to measure time?
They invented the hourglass.
They invented the mechanical clock.
They created a work week of 8 days.
They created a calendar of 365 days.
Why did Greek city-stakes like Athens depend on sea trade?
They were located near the Mediterranean Sea.
They were landlocked.
They had weak militaries.
They were unable to cross the Ural Mountains.
Which religion began in India?
Buddhism
Christianity
Judaism
Taoism
In the Mali Kingdom, who maintained and transmitted historical accounts?
griots
kings
scribes
traders
What is the best explanation of the feudal system of the Middle Ages in Western Europe?
A merchant employs villagers to work in his shop.
An apprentice learns a skilled trade and joins a guild.
A lord gives land to a vassal in exchange for loyalty and military service.
A king allows peasants to participate in government.
The Crusades led to military conflicts between which two regions?
Europe and the Middle East
China and Japan
India and the Middle East
Japan and Europe
Which event is sometimes referred to as the Christians' "Greatst Successful Failure"?
the Crusades
the Thirty Years War
English Civil War
French Revolution
Which historical figure led the Ottoman Empire during the 1500s, the peak of its power?
Buddha
Confucius
Mansa Musa
Suleiman the Magnificent
Which ruler reformed Ottoman law, trade, and tax systems?
Emperor Justinian
Mehmed II the Conqueror
Prophet Muhammad
Suleiman the Magnificent
Which invention allowed European explorers to locate true north consistently and accurately, making it easier to travel the open seas?
astolabe
caravel
compass
gunpowder
The slave trade had a negative impact on civilizations in which continent?
Africa
Asia
Australia
Europe
The Europeans were most likely members of which group?
explorers
missionaries
monarchs
traders
How did philosophical thinking change during the Scientific Revolution?
People refused to accept radical scientific ideas.
People began to demand proof rather than trusting faith.
People began to put more faith in religious theories.
People took and interest in Eastern philosophies.
Which famous author emerged during the Golden Age of England?
Cervantes
Machiavelli
Plato
Shakespeare
Why did cities near water sources rapidly expand in the first wave of the Industrial Revolution?
Key raw materials needed for the production of certain goods were found in water.
Water sources were used to transport food to large populations.
Water sources like rivers were used to power large factories.
Most cities used water sources as natural forms of defense and protection.
How did industrialization lead to the rise of communism?
Cultures maintained traditional lifestyles.
Workers began to demand more political power.
Natural resources decreased in value.
Monarchs gained political power.
Support for which economic system was caused by opposition to better working conditions for the working class by the middle and upper classes?
capitalism
communism
nationalism
socialism
Why did Gandhi lead the Salt March in the 1940s?
to promote trade with Britain
to promote Indian Independence from Britain
to support the British during World War II
to weaken the Indian economy
How were Nazi Germany, Fascist Italy, and Communist Russia alike?
They were all totalitarian states.
They all held democratic elections.
They all protected individual rights.
They all had free market economies.
How did the military action on D-Day after the course of World War II?
It resulted in the unconditional surrender of Japan.
It convinced the United States to send troops to help the Allies.
It ended the Italian advance on nations in North Africa.
It led to the liberation of France and pushed back German troops.
Why did the Japanese withdraw from the League of Nations in 1933?
The Japanese were angered by the addition of China to the League of Nations.
The League of Nations wanted to use Japanese taxes to help Europe out of the global depression of the era.
The Japanese disagreed with the League of Nations' decision to support tariffs on Asian exports.
The League of Nations did not approve of Japan's invasion of Manchuria.
What decision was put in place to help prevent the deterioration of the environment by decreasing the greenhouse gas emissions of all countries?
the Camp David Accords
the Kyoto Protocol
the Yalta Conference
the G8 Summit
Which negative impact was most likely caused by the use of modern technology?
international trade is limited
increased exposure to new diseases
economic opportunities are weakened
levels of air and water pollution often increase
How did the growth of the Internet impact global politics?
It helped create a single currency across the globe.
It helped exchange information quicker.
It established the wealth gap known as the Third World.
It lessened the need for the United Nations.
How has the development of satellites impacted the global population?
It eased Cold War tensions.
It caused tensions in the Middle East.
It increased the speed at which information travels.
It inspired isolationism.
-Wrote the Ninety- Five Theses
-Excommunicated from the Catholic Church
-began the Protestant Movement
-Founded the Lutheran Church
Accomplishments of John Calvin
Accomplishments of King Henry VIII
Accomplishments of Martin Luther
Accomplishments of Pope Leo X
The Age of Pericles in Greece and the Pax Romana of Rome had what in common?
They were both times of advancements in democratic ideals.
They were both a time of increased contributions in the arts and sciences.
They both resulted in the overthrow of an oppressive government.
They both resulted in the end of religious unity.
Which negative impact was most likely caused by the use of modern technology?
International trade is limited.
increased exposure to new diseases
economic opportunities are weakened
levels or air and water pollution often increase
Which statement most closely represents one reason that North Korea has been the focus of worldwide attention in the mid- 1990s?
development of nuclear weapons programs
commitment to protecting human rights
development of a strong military
efforts to revive communism
How did the development of floating gardens or chinampas, impact Aztec society?
Drought spread as water levels dropped.
Food supply increased, and the economy collapsed.
Wildlife was attracted by the crops and damaged towns.
Population increased, and Aztec culture spread.
What role did the city-state play in Greek history?
It slowed trade and weakened the Greek economy.
It led to the creation of a large military that led many Greek invasions.
It was the primary political structure of ancient Greece.
It contributed to the creation of a universal culture in ancient Greece.
Why did Europeans explore the New World?
to make money
to research science
to meet new cultures
to write books
How did the Industrial Revolution impact the population of Great Britian?
It caused the overall population to greatly decrease.
It causes the population to shift from rural to urban areas.
It caused the population to remain the same.
It caused the population to move to more isolated areas.
How did the Sepoy Rebellion impact Great Britain's relationship with India?
It allowed Great Britain to give control of security in the colony to local Indians.
It led to war and India's eventual independence.
It forced Great Britain to take direct control of the colonies of India.
It increased trade between Great Britain and India.
How did the Russo-Japanese War Impact East Asia?
The war showed how far behind Japan's technology was when compared to Europe.
The war showed that China was the strongest trading nation in the region.
The war showed how advanced Chinese technology was when compared to Europe.
The war showed that Japan was the leading military power in the region.
-acqueduct
-architectural arch
-republican government
-road building
-senate
What is the best title for this chart?
Achievements of Roman Gladiators
Ideas the Romans Borrowed from the Greeks
Impacts of Rome on the Modern World
Reasons for the Fall of Rome
