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12081625519How did the Abrahamic religions differ from other regions1 god0
12081625520How did the Mediterranean influence the GreeksBecame great seafarers, used water transportation1
12081625522List the differences in Greek and Roman expansionRomans gave citizenship to all conquered people, Greece only gave citizenship to people born in Athens; Rome allowed people to keep traditions2
12081625524What methods were used by the Persians to strengthen their empire?Divided empire into provinces, religious toleration, built road connecting empire3
12081625525What was the purpose of the Code of HammurabiEnforce laws, show a low toleration of crime4
12081625526What did the ancient Egyptians, Shang, and Mesopotamian civilizations all have in commonRiver valley civilizations5
12081625527What were the effects of the Neolithic RevolutionDevelopment of cities, more complex governments; Increased population6
12081625530What impact did agricultural have on populationIncreased7
12081625531Why did the Greek organize into city-statesMountains and Valleys Geographically separated people, could not unify8
12081625532How did geography affect those living in the Andean RegionHad to adapt (terrace farming,domesticate llama, long distance trade)9
12081625533What led to the Greek development of democracyEvolved from earlier forms of government ( monarchy-aristocracy-oligarchy- tyranny)10
12081625535What was the earliest historically documented civilization in MesopotamiaSumerians11
12081625536What were the by-products of the River Valley CivilizationsComplex governments, new technology12
12081625537How did the Chinese view their civilization in relation to the rest of the worldSupieror, most important13
12081625538List the factors that led to the development of the Indus ValleyRiver Valley, isolated, monsoon winds, trade with other civilizations14
12081625540List the effects of the Agricultural RevolutionDependable food supply, sedentary communities,spread of disease, increased population centers15
12081625541How did classical civilizations differ from River Valley civilizationsGovernment was more complex, interregional contacts increased, more complex social structure16
12081625542Why was the Indus River important for the Harappa civilizationFacilitated trade17
12081625545List examples of Roman architectureRoads, fortifications, aqueducts, The Colosseum18
12081625546What were the legacies of the Greek Empireadvances in philosophy, architecture, and literature19
12081625547In an effort to foretell the future, what did the Shang Dynasty useAnimal bones20
12081625549Who was the first Roman emperor to adopt ChristianityConstantine21
12081625551Explain the significance of the Mandate of HeavenGave Chinese Dynasties the political authority to rule22
12081625552List the characteristics of early Chinese civilizationsTechnology, respect of elders, harmony with nature, emperor , dynasties23
12081625553Explain the main differences between Legalist and Confucian beliefsLegalism-harsh laws and strict punishment Confucianism- rituals, proper conduct, respect24
12081625554What caused the collapse of the Roman EmpireToo big, political corruption, economic problems, invasions along their borders25
12081625555What were the results of Alexander the Great's conquestsSpread of Greek culture to Asia (Hellenism)26
12081625556In Chinese society, why was it important for people traveling know their placeThey are better behaved ( proper conduct)27
12081625558Why did the western portion of the Roman Empire suffered more after the collapse of the empire.Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine) was closer to trade routes and had more money28
12081625559List the contributions of the SumeriansCuneiform, ziggurats, Tigris-Euphrates, math29
12081625560What were the consequences of the development of citiesComplex societies, organized religion, job specialization, increased population, disease30
12081625561Know the locations of the 4 major river valley civilizationsMesopotamia, India, Egypt, and Shang China31
12081625562Why were the Nomadic pastoralists important to settled agriculturalistsSpread ideas, people, and products32
12081625564What was the purpose of a zigguratPrayer, monumental architecture- most important building33
12081625565What contributed to the fall of both the western Roman and the Han empiresInvasion, revolts, couldn't control their borders34
12081625566How were Judaism, Islam and Christianity similarMonotheistic, Abrahamic, written scripture and laws35
12081625567What greatly improved trade in the Indian OceanMonsoons36
12081625570How was the Silk Road Trade similar to the Indian Ocean TradeLuxury goods were the most important trade good37
12081625571What was the impact of maritime technologyMore trading by sea and less over the Silk Road38
12081625573How were the spread of Buddhism, Islam, and Christianity similarSpread by Merchants, traders, and travelers39
12081625574What were the effects of the Bantu migrationThe Spreading of the Bantu language40
12081625576List the factors that led to the growth of citiesIncreased trade, movement of people41
12081625578Know the location of the Mongol EmpireMiddle East, China, Russia (NOT India)42
12081625579What was the Mongol's role in facilitating trans-Eurasian tradeReestablished Silk Roads43
12081625580Where was feudalism a form of governmentW. Europe and Japan44
12081625581Which religions influenced the development of IslamJudaism, and Christianity45
12081625582Why did Europeans begin looking for a sea route to AsiaLand routes were controlled by Arabs and Ottomans46
12081625583List the reasons for the success of the ReformationPrinting press, desire to learn increased education47
12081625584Why did the printing of books during the Renaissance encourage Europeans desire to gain knowledgeLess expensive and more common, written in native language48
12081625585What caused the weakening of the political and religious authority of the popeIndividual salvation and faith, corruption, and the Reformation49
12081625588What role did the church play in the lives of the people during the Middle Ages in EuropeControlled all aspects of people's lives50
12081625590Which trade routes were used by IndiaSilk Road, Indian Ocean51
12081625591Why did the Chinese build The Great Wall and the Grand CanalProtection and trade52
12081625594What impact did the Ottoman Empire have on Global TradeDiscounted taxes between Europeans and Sultans, created a vast trade network Facilitated trade between Europe and Asia53
12081625595What was important about the location of the Ottoman EmpireBetween Europe and Asia54
12081625600What was the political impact of Reformationcreated an atmosphere of Catholic vs Protestant55
12081625604Why were the kingdoms of West Africa prosperousTraded gold, salt and ivory56
12081625605List the technological developments of the Tang and Song DynastiesGun powder, block printing, porcelain making, compass, paper57
12081625606How did the Great Schism contribute to the end of medieval EuropePeople began to question the authority of the church, led to Reformation58
12081625607What would most likely have occurred as a result of early Muslim and Hindu interactions in Southeast AsiaIslam and Hinduism coexisted despite differences59
12102963622Third RomeRussian claim to be successor state to Roman and Byzantine empires; based in part on continuity of Orthodox church in Russia.60
12102996086JustinianByzantine emperor in the 6th century A.D. who reconquered much of the territory previously ruler by Rome. Re-codified Roman Law.61
12197128246SerfdomA type of forced labor commonly used in feudal systems common in Mid evil England and Europe-62
12197142605Grand Canal and Great Wall of ChinaBuilt to provide Protection and increase Trade.63
12197218836salt, ivory and GoldKingdoms of W. Africa prospered by trading these64
12197235182Gupta EmpireUnlike the Chinese Empire; ruled through central government but allowed village power and restored Hinduism65

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