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Unit 1 Test

Total questions: 37

Worksheet time: 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What modern-day country was home to the Aztecs?

a)
Peru
b)
Mexico
c)
Brazil
d)
Colombia
2.

 What was the name of their capital city of the Aztecs?

a)
Cuzco
b)
Tenochtitlan
c)
Chichen Itza
d)
Tlatelolco
3.

Tenochtitlan was built on a site with a number of advantages. Why was it a good site for a city?

a)
It was built on a steep mountain for visibility.
b)
It was a good site for a city due to its natural defenses, access to water, fertile land, and trade routes.
c)
It was far from any water sources.
d)
It was located in a desert with limited resources.
4.

The Aztecs had advanced farming methods. Name three crops they grew in the fertile soil around their capital.

a)

wheat, barley, rye

b)

tomatoes, blueberries, apples

c)

potatoes, carrots, pears

d)
maize, beans, squash
5.

What kinds of animals did the Aztecs raise to eat?

a)
Fish, lizards, and frogs.
b)
Turkeys, ducks, dogs, and insects.
c)
Cats, rabbits, and sheep.
d)
Horses, cows, and goats.
6.

The Aztecs prayed to hundreds of gods and believed that these deities controlled all aspects of life. What kinds of things did they think the gods controlled?

a)
The gods controlled agriculture, weather, fertility, war, and the afterlife.
b)
The gods controlled technology, transportation, and communication.
c)
The gods controlled fashion, beauty, and entertainment.
d)
The gods controlled music, art, and literature.
7.

Religion was important to the Aztecs. How did they try to please their gods?

a)
By building large temples and monuments.
b)
By conducting elaborate festivals and dances.
c)
By creating intricate artwork and sculptures.
d)
By performing human sacrifices and offering goods and food.
8.

The family was also important to the Aztecs. Each person in the family had a role. What did most men do?

a)
Most men were artists or musicians.
b)
Most men were merchants or traders.
c)
Most men were warriors or farmers.
d)
Most men were priests or healers.
9.

The family was also important to the Aztecs. Each person in the family had a role. What did most women do?

a)
Most women were priests in temples.
b)
Most women managed household duties and cared for children.
c)
Most women were traders in the marketplace.
d)
Most women were warriors in battle.
10.

The family was also important to the Aztecs. Each person in the family had a role. What did most boys do?

a)
Most boys trained to become warriors.
b)
Most boys became farmers.
c)
Most boys learned to cook.
d)
Most boys worked as merchants.
11.

The family was also important to the Aztecs. Each person in the family had a role. What did most daughters do?

a)
Most daughters were warriors.
b)
Most daughters worked in agriculture.
c)
Most daughters served as priests.
d)

Most daughters managed household duties then were married.

12.

Who is considered the prophet who founded Islam?

a)
Buddha
b)
Moses
c)
Jesus
d)
Muhammad
13.

What is the holy book of Islam?

a)
Torah
b)
Quran
c)
Bible
d)
Vedas
14.

What did Prophet Muhammad preach in Mecca?

a)
The oneness of God and moral conduct.
b)
The need for military conquest.
c)
The practice of idol worship.
d)
The importance of trade and commerce.
15.

What event marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar?

a)
The Battle of Badr
b)
The Birth of Muhammad
c)
The Hijra (migration of Muhammad to Medina)
d)
The Revelation of the Quran
16.

What do Muslims do every year to remember the return of Muhammad to Mecca?

a)
Muslims celebrate Christmas
b)
Muslims perform the Diwali festival
c)
Muslims fast during Ramadan
d)

Perform the Hajj pilgrimage.

17.

How many times do Muslims circle the Ka'aba during the Hajj?

a)

3

b)

5

c)

7

d)

9

18.

What was the main purpose of Zheng He's voyages?


a)
To spread Buddhism across Asia.
b)
To establish trade relations and showcase Chinese power.
c)
To explore new territories for colonization.
d)
To document the geography of the Indian Ocean.
19.

How long were Zheng He's treasure ships?

a)
Roughly 150 meters (492 feet) long.
b)
About 80 meters (262 feet) long.
c)
Approximately 100 meters (328 feet) long.
d)
Approximately 120 meters (394 feet) long.
20.

What significant event happened to Zheng He on his seventh voyage?

a)
Zheng He died after his seventh voyage.
b)
Zheng He discovered new lands on his seventh voyage.
c)
Zheng He returned home with a treasure fleet after his seventh voyage.
d)
Zheng He was celebrated as a hero after his seventh voyage.
21.

What did the Chinese of Zheng He fleet encounter for the first time on their voyages?


a)
The Arctic Circle
b)
The East African coast
c)
The Amazon Rainforest
d)
The Mediterranean Sea
22.

What was one of the reasons the China's voyages stopped after Yongle's death?

a)
The emperor wanted to focus on expanding the army.
b)

The new emperor thought the voyages were too expensive.

c)
Natural disasters made maritime travel too dangerous.
d)
The voyages were halted due to a lack of funding.
23.

What might have happened if China had continued exploring according to historians?

a)
China would have abandoned exploration for agricultural development.
b)
China could have become a dominant global power, influencing trade and culture worldwide.
c)
China would have faced internal conflicts and instability.
d)
China would have isolated itself from global trade.
24.

What is culture?

a)
Culture is a type of food.
b)
Culture refers to the physical environment of a place.
c)
Culture is the study of ancient artifacts.
d)

Culture is the shared social behavior, norms, and practices of a group of people.

25.

What are some examples of what you would look at when you're studying culture?

a)
Historical events and timelines
b)
Geography and climate
c)
Famous personalities and their achievements
d)

Examples of what to look at when studying culture include food, language, traditions, customs, art, religion, and values.

26.

Who was Marco Polo?

a)
Marco Polo was a Venetian merchant and explorer known for his travels to Asia.
b)
A medieval knight from France
c)
A legendary Roman general
d)
A famous Italian painter
27.

What did Genghis Khan believe about the religions of people he conquered?

a)
He persecuted those who practiced different religions.
b)
Genghis Khan enforced a single state religion for all conquered peoples.
c)
Genghis Khan ignored the religious beliefs of conquered peoples.
d)
Genghis Khan believed in religious tolerance and allowed conquered peoples to practice their own religions.
28.

What were the most valuable animals in the Mongol Empire?

a)

Dogs

b)

Elephants

c)

Chickens

d)

Horses

29.

The ___________________ was largely key to the Mongols success. It provided transportation and food

a)

Cow

b)

Lizard

c)

Horse

d)

Ox

30.

People that move from place to place were called ____________.

a)

Stationary

b)

Nomads

c)

Wanderers

d)

Foot People

31.
________ united the Mongols and led them in conquering much of Asia
a)
Wu Zhao
b)
Kublai Khan
c)
Tang Taizong
d)
Genghis Khan
32.

What is polytheism?

a)
Polytheism is the belief in a single god.
b)
Polytheism is the rejection of all religious beliefs.
c)
Polytheism is the worship of nature spirits only.
d)
Polytheism is the belief in multiple gods.
33.

What is a monarchy?

a)
A monarchy is a type of democracy where everyone votes.
b)
A monarchy is a system where power is shared among citizens.
c)
A monarchy is a government run by elected officials.
d)
A monarchy is a government led by a king or queen.
34.

What was the primary purpose of Zheng He's voyages during the Ming Dynasty?

a)

To conquer new territories for China

b)

To establish trade and diplomatic relations with other countries

c)

To search for new agricultural lands

d)

To spread Buddhism across Asia

35.

Which animal was most essential for Mongol warriors during their military campaigns?

a)

Goat

b)

Horse

c)

Camel

d)

Sheep

36.

Which city is considered the holiest in Islam?

a)

Baghdad

b)

Jerusalem

c)

Medina

d)

Mecca

37.

What was the main purpose of the Silk Road during the time of the Mongol Empire?

a)

To serve as a military training ground

b)

To facilitate trade and cultural exchange between East and West

c)

To mark the border of the empire

d)

To provide a route for religious pilgrimages only

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