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1. Which statement most accurately describes how geography affected the growth of the ancient civilizations of Egypt,
Sumeria, Mesopotamia, Harappan, Mohenjo-Daro, and China ?
(1) River valleys provided rich soil to grow plentiful crops.
(2) Large deserts provided many mineral deposits.
(3) Access to the Atlantic Ocean provided trade routes.
(4) Large savanna areas provided protection from invaders.
2. The Phoenicians are often referred to as the “carriers of civilization” because they
(1) introduced Islam and Christianity to Central Africa
(2) established colonies throughout northern Europe
(3) developed the first carts with wheels
(4) traded goods and spread ideas throughout the Mediterranean region
3. Hieroglyphic and cuneiform systems provided the basis for the development of
(1) subsistence farming
(3) painting and sculpture
(2) oral traditions
(4) recorded history
4. Which document is an example of a primary source?
(1) a novel on the Age of Discovery
(2) Marco Polo’s diary of his travels along the Silk Road
(3) a textbook on Latin American history
(4) an encyclopedia article on Songhai culture
5. In a traditional economic system, which type of goods is most often produced?
(1) agricultural products
(3) heavy industrial machinery
(2) military supplies
(4) electronics and computers
6. One way in which the Code of Hammurabi, the Ten Commandments, and the Twelve Tables, were similar is that
they
(1) emphasized social equality
(3) provided a written set of laws
(2) established democratic governments
(4) proposed economic goals
7. The Great Pyramids, the Taj Mahal, the Great Wall of China, and the Hagia Sophia
are examples of
1. architectural accomplishments that reflect cultural beliefs.
2. ancient architectural monuments no longer in use.
3. the influence of Buddhist architecture on conquered nations
4. the influence of cultural diffusion on contemporary architecture
8. Which statement about China's geography is most accurate?
1. The best farm land is found in western China.
2. Its natural boundaries allowed it to develop an independent culture.
3. Chinese civilization first developed in Manchuria.
4. Abundant resources have made China an industrial giant.
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9. The Age of Pericles in Athens, the Gupta Empire in India, and the Tang dynasty in China
all experienced a “Golden Age” with
(1) advancements in the principles of democratic governments
(2) outstanding contributions in the arts and sciences
(3) the end of foreign domination
(4) the furthest expansion of their borders
10. What was an important result of the Neolithic Revolution?
(1) Food supplies became more reliable.
(2) New sources of energy became available.
(3) People became more nomadic.
(4) Populations declined.
11.
A similarity of the rule of the Persians, ancient Greeks, Mongols, and the Romans is that they
1. protected the human rights of the peoples they controlled
2. destroyed the civilizations they defeated
3. remained isolated and peaceful for centuries
4. established vast empires and spread their cultures
12. Because Japan is an island nation near the mainland of Asia, Japan is able to
1. borrow and adapt elements of other cultures.
2. share its natural resources with other nations.
3. become a colony of China and Mongolia.
4. convert most of the Chinese people to Shinto.
13. The Korean peninsula has been seen as a "land bridge" because
1. it transmitted culture between China and Japan
2. it physically connects China to Japan
3. it protected Japan from Mongol invasion
4. it was used as invasion route to China by the Vietnamese
14. The Ten Commandments and the Five Pillars of Wisdom (Islam) are similar in that they
1. established a class structure for society
2. are guidelines for living
3. have roots in polytheism
4. consist of prayers for salvation
15. Which of the following occurred during the Neolithic Revolution?
1. People settled down, started farming, and villages gradually began to develop
2. People hunted animals, moved frequently, and attacked other groups
when food ran out.
3. Genghis Khan and his Mongol plundered the Mughal Empire.
4. Marco Polo traveled along the Silk Road, thus becoming the first global merchant
16. The ancient Athenians are credited with
1. inventing and using the wheel.
2. eliminating slavery.
3. establishing governments that had democratic elements.
4. inventing the printing press.
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17. Which theme is most heavily emphasized in the writings of Plato, Machiavelli, and John Locke?
1. the economic interpretation of history.
2. the nature and purpose of government.
3. the elimination of all political opposition.
4. the benefits of invading other nations.
18. Which point of view best represents the philosophy of the Renaissance?
1. The Greek and Roman civilizations are worthy of study.
2. Class distinctions in society should be abolished.
3. Religious doctrines are the only subject of value.
4. The glorification of human beings is sinful.
19. Which geographic characteristic is shared by Spain, France, Italy, and Greece?
(1) vast deserts
(3) Mediterranean coastline
(2) tropical rain forests
(4) abundant mineral resources
20. What did the Romans blend into their culture?
1. Greek art and philosophy
2. French cuisine (food) and literature
3. Islamic religion and architecture
4. Chinese government and literature
21. Constantinople became the center of the Byzantine Empire because
(1) the pope had made it the capital of the Christian world
(2) it was a religious center for Muslims
(3) its location made it the crossroads of Europe and Asia
(4) it was geographically isolated from surrounding empires
22. The economic system that existed in medieval Europe is known as
1. capitalism
2. democracy
3. feudalism
23. Which was a characteristic of feudalism?
1. Land was exchanged for military service and obligations.
2. Government was provided by a bureaucracy of civil servants.
3. Power rested in the hands of a strong central government.
4. Unified national court systems were developed.
24. Which was a characteristic of feudalism in both medieval Europe and Japan?
1. The middle class acquired more power than any other class did.
2. Political power was held by a strong centralized government.
3. The army encouraged strong nationalistic feelings among the people.
4. All the people knew their roles in a rigid class system.
25. Which statement best describes the role of the Roman Catholic Church in Europe
during the Middle Ages?
1. The Church encouraged individuals to questions authority.
2. Church leaders were involved solely in spiritual activities.
3. The Church gained influence as the world became more secular.
4. The Church provided a sense of stability, unity, and order.
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26. The Renaissance in western Europe is best described as a period marked by
(1) unquestioned reliance on the teachings of Aristotle
(2) an advance of Muslim culture
(3) Christian unity throughout the region
(4) great intellectual and artistic creativity
27. The emphasis on individual uniqueness and worth during the European Renaissance is known as
1. isolationism. 2. nationalism.
3. manorialism.
4. humanism.
28. The Renaissance and the Protestant Reformation were similar in that both were
1. stimulated by a spirit of inquiry
2. supported by the working class
3. limited to Italy, France, and Germany
4. encouraged by the successes of Ancient Egypt
29. Martin Luther’s Ninety-Five Theses were a call for
1. religious revolt against the German princes.
2. reforms within the Roman Catholic Church
3. greater Papal authority
4. crusades to spread Christianity
30. The religions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam share a common belief in
1. nirvana
2. monotheism
3. reincarnation
4. Animism
31. The city of Jerusalem is important because it
1. serves as the financial center of the Middle East
2. is a major port for Israel
3. has religious significance for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
4. has become the center of industrial development for Palestinian Arabs
32. Which was an important teaching of Confucius?
1. intellectual knowledge is secondary to one's emotions
2. the family group can often hinder the smooth functioning of the society
3. all persons must accept and perform their duties in society
4. those who have military power have earned the right to govern
33. Confucius believed that the rulers of China should
1. expand China's territory.
3. discourage education.
2. seek trade with other countries.
4. set a good example for their people.
34. One way in which the Vedas, the Bible, Torah, and the Koran are similar is that these religious books
1. provide guidelines to govern the behavior of believers
2. deny the existence of a supreme being who rules the universe
3. encourage strife between segments of believers
4. support political rebellions to overthrow existing governments
35. Which statement best describes the influence of the caste system on villages in India?
1. Heavy industrial development is taking place in many villages.
2. Villagers’ occupations often determine with whom they may associate.
3. Village homes are often constructed of mud bricks.
4. Government programs encourage villagers to try new farming methods.
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36. In India, the caste system determined a person’s occupation, personal associations, and marriage partner. This
situation shows that the caste system
1. has helped eliminate ethnic and religious rivalries.
2. has been a way of life as well as an element of religion.
3. has promoted social mobility within Indian society.
4. has been stronger in urban areas than in rural areas.
37. In Spain, an effect of the Inquisition/Reconquista during the 16th century was to
1. Eliminate the Moors/Muslims from the Iberian Peninsula (Spain)
2. reintroduce Moorish culture to the Iberian peninsula
3. encourage the development of the Industrial Revolution
4. implement the ideas of the Renaissance in major cities
38. An immediate result of the Protestant Reformation was the
1. breaking of the religious unity of Europe.
2. strengthening of the political power of the Pope.
3. increase in the influence of the Roman Catholic Church.
4. restoration of political unity to western Europe.
39. In India, the caste system has been weakened most by the
1. presence of the military to enforce laws.
2. migration of people to the cities.
3. increased productivity of farms.
4. strengthened position of the Hindu religion.
40. Which belief is shared by Hindus and Buddhists?
1. Everyone should have the same social status.
2. People should pray five times a day.
3. The soul can be reincarnated.
4. Material wealth is a sign of the blessing of the gods.
41. A major result of the Crusades was the
1. conversion of the majority of Europeans to Protestantism.
2. weakening of the power of the middle class in Europe.
3. growth of trade between Europe and Asia
4. development of feudalism in Europe.
“Kings sit upon God’s throne and rule according to God’s law.”
42. This statement would most likely have been made by a person who believed in
1. absolutism
2. Democracy
3. oligarchy
4. Socialism
43. The Magna Carta, the Petition of Rights, and the English Bill of Rights all dealt with
1. human rights
3. cultural diffusion
2. theocratic government
4. military conquests
44. Elizabeth I increased the power of England through
1. the Act of Supremacy.
2. religious toleration.
3. defeating the French in America.
4. defeating the Spanish Armada.
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45. One similarity between Charles I of England, and Louis XVI of France was that each leader
1. introduced technology to his nation.
2. was overthrown by people who sought change
3. promoted principles of democracy.
4. led his nation in war against China.
46. One similarity of the Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment is that both
(1) had the support of the Roman Catholic Church
(2) placed great value on traditional beliefs
(3) emphasized the value of human reasoning
(4) contributed to the end of feudalism
47. One way in which the writers of the Renaissance were influenced by the writers of ancient Greece
was that the Renaissance writers
1. showed little interest in secular affairs
2. stressed the power of human reason
3. promoted the religious doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church
4. produced few new scientific ideas
48. Which groups of people were most closely associated with the spread of the Black Death?
1. bankers and explorers
3. archaeologists and economists
2. merchants and pilgrims
4. soldiers and diplomats
49. Which group was frequently blamed for anything which went wrong in Europe between 500 -1900 AD?
1. Christians
2. Muslims
3. Chinese
4. Jews
“…Men are born and remain free and equal in rights. Social distinctions may be founded only upon the general good ….”
—Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen, 1789
50. Which principle of the Enlightenment philosophers is expressed in this quotation from the French Revolution?
(1) natural law (2) nationalism
(3) free trade
(4) socialism
51. The writings of Jean Jacques Rousseau, Baron de Montesquieu, and John Locke
were similar in that each supported the principles of
1. a military dictatorship
3. a theocratic government
2. an autocracy (authoritarian govt.)
4. a democratic republic
52. The Enlightenment philosophers believed that the power of government is derived from
(1) divine right rulers
(3) the middle class
(2) a strong military
(4) the consent of the governed
53. Napoleon's purpose in instituting the Continental System was to
1. unify Italy against France.
2. defeat England via an economic war.
3. create a unified Europe under the leadership of Russia.
3. punish Russia for his ill-fated invasion.
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54. One reason for:
the French Revolution
Latin American Revolutions
the Russian Revolution
the Chinese Revolution
Cuban Revolution
and Iranian Revolution
was that
1.
2.
3.
4.
(1789),
(early 1800s),
(1917),
(1927 --->1948),
(1959),
(1978)
People often rebel when they are governed by a foreign power
Holy Roman emperors wanted to spread Christianity to each nation
the writings of Karl Marx encouraged workers and the industrialists to unite
existing governments failed to address the major economic differences
between social classes
55. Napoleon Bonaparte’s rise to power during the French Revolution shows that
1. change is usually orderly and well-planned.
2. most revolutions achieve their intended goals.
3. people want a leader who can achieve order in times of swift change.
4. the military usually plays a small role in revolutions.
"I am the state."
56. Which person is most likely being referred to in this quote ?
1. William of Orange 2. Louis XIV
3. Martin Luther
4. Copernicus
57. The American and French Revolutions were turning points in global history because the
results of these revolutions
(1) led to the abolition of slavery
(2) inspired other peoples seeking democracy and independence
(3) marked the end of European influence in the Western Hemisphere
(4) demonstrated the need for strong international peacekeeping organizations
58. A main characteristic of laissez-faire capitalism was
1. government control of the economy
2. an increased number of government rules
3. that government did not interfere with business
4. government ownership of business
59. What did Adam Smith write, and what did it deal with/advocate?
1. "Wealth of Nations" .. laissez-faire capitalism
2. "Pilgrims’ Progress" .. religious freedom
3. "95 Theses" ... religious cleansing
4. "Magna Carta" .. constitutional monarchy
60. What was a major cause of the French Revolution?
(1) taxes & lavish spending by the monarchy
(3) failure of the Crusades
(2) economic success of mercantilism
(4) Continental System in Europe
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61. Sir Isaac Newton, Galileo Galilei, and Johannes Kepler are all directly associated with the
(1) Industrial Revolution
(3) English Revolution
(2) Scientific Revolution
(4) Agricultural Revolution
62. Before the French Revolution, the people of France were divided into three estates based mainly
on their
(1) education level
(3) social class
(2) geographic region
(4) religious beliefs
63. What were the name of the three estates … and who belonged to each?
64. During the Age of Absolutism (1600s and 1700s), European monarchs tried to
(1) increase individual rights for their citizens
(2) develop stronger relations with Islamic rulers
(3) encourage the growth of collective farms
(4) centralize political power within their nations
65. One of the main purposes of the Congress of Vienna (1814 - 1815) was to
(1) promote the unification of the Ottoman Empire
(2) preserve the German territories gained by Alexander the Great
(3) restore the power of the Holy Roman Empire
(4) establish a balance of power in Europe after the defeat of Napoleon
66. Why was the Balkan region referred to as the "Powder Keg of Europe" prior to World War I?
1. The aggression of the Ottoman Empire was disrupting the balance of power.
2. China was invading its neighboring countries.
3. Nationalistic and imperialistic rivalries were increasing.
4. The area was the leading supplier of military equipment to the rest of the world.
67. Growing nationalism and militarism in Europe and the creation of secret alliances were
1. reasons for the rise of democracy
3. requirements for economic development
2. causes of World War I
4. reasons for the collapse of communism
68. The Armenian Massacre and the Holocaust are unfortunate examples of
1. laissez-faire capitalism
3. Pax Romana
2. human rights abuses
4. Risorgimento
69. Which principle was established by the Nuremberg Trials after World War II?
1. Individuals can be punished for their part in state-sponsored crimes.
2. War-crimes trials can only be held in neutral nations.
3. War crimes are sometimes justified.
4. Democracy can be promoted in formerly totalitarian nations.
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70. One similarity between Napoleon Bonaparte, Otto von Bismarck and Adolf Hitler was that each
1. formed an alliance with Japan during a world war
2. followed a policy of nonalignment in foreign affairs
3. used warfare as an instrument of national policy
4. supported communist ideals
71. The Holocaust is an example of
1. conflict between political parties
2. limited technological development
3. violations of human rights
4. geography's influence on culture
72. In the 19th century, the unification of Italy and the unification of Germany resulted in
1. upsetting the balance of power in Europe
2. increasing competition for trade with Russia
3. reducing feelings of nationalism in these nations
4. encouraging a century of peaceful coexistence in Europe
73. Otto von Bismarck, Mazzini, Count Cavour, and Guiseppe Garibaldi were best known for helping
1. bring imperialism to the African continent.
2. unite their respective nations.
3. to bring an end to absolute monarchies in their nations.
4. to stop the advances of Napoleon's armies.
74. One reason that Britain and France agreed to appease Hitler at the Munich Conference was to
1. prevent the start of another world war
2. stop the Nazis from invading the Soviet Union
3. obey an order from the League of Nations
4. obtain advanced German military weapons in exchange
75. Which is the most valid conclusion to be drawn from a study of the rise of power of the Nazi Party in Germany
in the 1930s?
1. Peace treaties, even harsh ones, have little effect on domestic politics in the defeated nation.
2. Scapegoat politics is an unconvincing method of gaining political power.
3. People may be willing to sacrifice liberty if economic security is promised.
4. Even a brief experience with democratic government makes a people very devoted to it.
76. Which statement best describes Europe just before World War I?
1. The formation of opposing alliance systems increased international distrust.
2. European leaders resorted to a policy of appeasement to solve international disputes.
3. The communist nations promoted violent revolution throughout Western Europe.
4. The isolationist policies of England and France prevented their entry into the hostilities.
77. Which statement explains the decline in unemployment rates in Britain between 1914 and 1918?
1. World War I generated jobs at home in England and in the military.
2. Many new jobs were available in Britain's African colonies.
3. Assembly-line production of consumer goods required more workers.
4. The British were buying huge amounts of war materials from the United States.
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78. Which event occurred first and led to the other three?
1. rise of fascism in Europe
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4. signing of the Treaty of Versailles
79. A totalitarian society is one in which
1. the government controls most aspects of life
2. the state is considered a servant of the citizens
3. religious beliefs are supported by the government
4. citizens can publicly criticize the actions of the leaders
80. Adolf Hitler was aided in his rise to power by the
1. support of the French government
2. support of the Communist Party in Germany
3. economic problems of post-World War I Germany
4. imperialist policy of the Weimar Republic
81. What is the name for what is known as 'Night of the Broken Glass'. When Nazi mobs wrecked Jewish temples
throughout Germany?
1. Kristallnacht
2. Anschluss
3. Congress of Vienna
4. appeasement
82. The harsh terms included in the treaties ending World War I have been used to explain the
1. Fascist Revolution in Spain
3. rise of Nazism in Germany
2. Bolshevik Revolution in Russia
4. Armenian massacre in Turkey
83. Which 19th century ideology led to the unification of Germany and of Italy and to the eventual breakup of AustriaHungary and of the Ottoman Empire?
1. imperialism
2. nationalism
3. liberalism
4. Socialism
84. Which person’s foreign policy was known as “Realpolitik” and nicknamed “iron and blood”?
1. Saddam Hussein
3. Julius Caesar
2. Louis XIV
4. Otto von Bismarck
85. A similarity between the League of Nations and the United Nations is that both
1. had the United States as a member
2. sought international peace
3. prohibited Communist nations from joining
4. conducted elections in democratic nations
86. In 1919, the boundaries of some European nations were changed in an attempt to
1. satisfy the demands for self-determination by ethnic nationalities
2. allow for communist expansion in Eastern Europe
3. establish a European common market
4. balance economic needs and natural resources
87. The topography and climate of Russia have caused Russia to
(1) depend on rice as its main source of food
(2) seek access to warm-water ports
(3) adopt policies of neutrality and isolation
(4) acquire mineral-rich colonies on other continents
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88. Which of the following people were seen as “westernizers” ?
1. Ivan the Terrible & Nicholas II
3. Lenin & Stalin
2. Peter the Great & Catherine the Great
4. Nikita Khrushchev & Leonid Brezhnev
89. Who is the Father of Soviet Communism ?
1. Peter the Great
2. Leonid Brezhnev
3. Lenin
4. Fidel Castro
90. When Russia was under Mongol domination, the effect on Russia was to
1. end feudalism
2. convert the Russian people to Hinduism
3. keep Russia isolated from Western Europe
4. reunite the Eastern Orthodox Church with the Roman Catholic Church
91. In Russia, the events of Bloody Sunday, the heavy casualties during World War I, and the ineffective
leadership of the czar led directly to the
(1) Revolution of 1917
(3) signing of the Munich Pact
(2) institution of perestroika
(4) creation of the Warsaw Pact
92. Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels developed a theory that economic conditions would significantly improve for the
working class only when
1. governments accepted the capitalist system
2. workers (the proletariat) negotiated with the capitalists
3. the owners (the bourgeoisie) became the ruling class
4. workers (the proletariat) controlled the means of production
93. Which two major ideas are contained in the writings of Karl Marx?
(1) survival of the fittest and natural selection
(3) separation of powers and checks and balances
(2) class struggle and revolutionary change
(4) monotheism and religious tolerance
94. A major purpose of the Marshall Plan was to
(1) prevent the spread of nuclear weapons
(2) rebuild European nations after World War II
(3) eliminate the armies of France and Germany
(4) prepare European nations for independence
95. What policies were implemented (put into affect) by Mikhail Gorbachev to improve the overall political and
economic situation in the Soviet Union during the 1980s ?
1. absolute monarchy and divine right
3. purges and gulags
2. russification and pogroms
4. glasnost and perestroika
96. The term “Cold War” refers to
1. a climatic change in the atmosphere signaling the beginning of another ice age.
2. fighting between groups for control of the mineral resources of Siberia.
3. a plan for nuclear disarmament.
4. tension between the world’s superpowers (the United States and the Soviet Union)
after World War II.
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97. Hungary, Czechoslovakia, Afghanistan, and Chechnya
1. all have a historical tradition of democratic governments
2. are places where the Soviet Union has intervened/interfered
3. are havens of terrorism
4. have developed strong industrial economies
98. After World War II, the Soviet Union maintained control of many “satellite” Eastern European nations mainly
because these nations were
(1) a source of new technology and skilled labor
(2) near warm-water ports on the Mediterranean Sea
(3) served as protective, defensive buffer zones
(4) members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
99. Membership in the European Economic Community has enabled participating nations to
1. end all trade with Communist nations
2. reduce or eliminate tariffs among themselves
3. eliminate United States tariffs on goods imported from Europe
4. work out disarmament agreements through United Nations agencies
100. In Japanese history, what was the impact of the Meiji Restoration (1868-1912) ?
1. Japan adopted an isolationist policy.
2. Contact with Western nations encouraged Japan to industrialize.
3. Chinese influence on Japanese literature and art was limited.
4. Japan adopted a feudal society.
101. Which of the following would Adam Smith most favor?
1. command economy
3. Socialist economy
2. war communism
4. Laissez-faire capitalism
102. The bombing of Hiroshima & Nagasaki and deployment of missiles to Cuba were part of
1. the Atomic/Nuclear Era
3. Détente
2. anti-semitism
4. The First World War
103. The problem facing most Eastern European nations today is that these nations
1. have little arable land and few mineral resources with which to improve their economies
2. have chosen not to belong to international organizations
3. are struggling with a transition to democracy and capitalism after experiencing years
of dictatorial rule
4. are experiencing major problems with the flood of illegal immigrants entering their nations
104. In the 1990s, the troubled relations between Catholics and Protestants in Northern Ireland and between Serbs,
Croats, and Muslims in the Balkans helped illustrate the
(1) difficulties of resolving ethnic and religious conflicts
(2) inequalities created by expanding free markets and global trade
(3) conflict created by the collapse of the Warsaw Pact
(4) results of the failure of dictatorial governments
105. An essential feature of industrialization is
1. having a democratic government.
2. replacing hand labor with machines.
3. eliminate private property.
4. using nuclear energy.
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106. An agricultural revolution and good supplies of iron and coal made it possible for England to
1. begin the Protestant Reformation.
3. start the Industrial Revolution.
2. establish the guild system.
4. accept communism.
107. The growth of Europe’s population from 1750 to 1900 was largely the result of
1. changing political values throughout Europe
2. emigration from the colonies in the New World
3. the long period of peace preceding World War I
4. changes brought about by the scientific, agricultural, and industrial revolutions
108. A main characteristic of laissez-faire capitalism was
1. the government tightly control of the economy
2. an increased number of government rules
3. that government did not interfere with business
4. government ownership of business
109. A major result of the Industrial Revolution was the
1. concentration of workers in urban areas
2. increased desire of the wealthy class to share its power
3. formation of powerful craft guilds
4. control of agricultural production by governments
110. The introduction of banking, letters of credit, joint stock companies, and guilds
contributed to the start of the
(1) Renaissance
(3) Agricultural Revolution
(2) Enlightenment
(4) Commercial Revolution
111. In Japanese history, what was the impact of the Tokugawa Shogunate (1600-1854)?
1. Japan adopted an isolationist policy.
2. Contact with Western nations encouraged Japan to industrialize.
3. Chinese influence on Japanese literature and art was limited.
4. Japan adopted a feudal society.
112. The breakdown of traditions, increased levels of pollution, and the expansion of slums are negative aspects of
(1) militarism
(2) imperialism (3) feudalism
(4) urbanization
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113. Who was the "Father of Chinese NATIONALISM" ?
1. Lenin
2. Mao Zedong (Tse-tung)
3. Stalin
4. Sun Yixian (Sun Yat-sen)
114. Who was the "Father of Chinese COMMUNISM" ?
1. Lenin
2. Mao Zedong (Tse-tung)
3. Stalin
4. Sun Yixian (Sun Yat-sen)
115. In China, the Great Leap Forward was an attempt to
1. promote democratic reform
3. strengthen economic ties with Europe
2. end the private land ownership
4. increase agricultural and industrial production
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116. In China, the Great Leap Forward and the Cultural Revolution promoted by Mao Zedong
were similar in that both plans
1. ended dynastic rule
3. encouraged capitalism
2. disrupted industrial development
4. guaranteed human rights
117. Sun Yat-sen’s (Sun Yixian’s) “Three Principles of the People” (1911) and the demonstrations
in Tiananmen Square (1989) were similar in that they both demanded that the Chinese government
1. achieve global interdependence
3. introduce democratic reforms
2. restore dynastic rule
4. end foreign influences in China
118. In a communist (command) economy, economic resources are distributed
1. by the military
3. based on the principles of supply and demand
2. by local churches
4. according to the plans of the central government
119. Under Mao Zedong and Josef Stalin, the Soviet Union and Communist China both emphasized
centralized economic planning and five-year plans primarily to
1. produce more consumer goods
3. create a demand for high-quality imports
2. expand exports
4. develop heavy industry
120. An immediate result of the Cultural Revolution in China was that it
1. helped to establish democracy in urban centers in China
2. led to economic cooperation with Japan and South Korea
3. disrupted China’s economic and educational systems
4. strengthened political ties with the United States
121. One of Japan’s most important economic advantages has been
1. an abundance of raw materials and natural resources.
2. a large amount of available agricultural land.
3. a highly skilled and educated labor force.
4. the government’s use of Five Year Plans.
122. The Opium War (1839) and Commodore Perry's visit to Japan (1853) were similar in that both cases
1. Asian nations were forced to open themselves to the West.
2. Emperors regained control of vast territories and colonial empires they once ruled.
3. they became a long period of isolationist history for China and Japan.
4. they were launching pads for regional wars which later developed into world wars.
123. One reason North Korea has been the focus of worldwide attention in the mid-1990’s is because of its
1. nuclear weapons development programs
2. commitment to increasing political freedoms
3. development of a strong and expanding economy
4. efforts to revive communism in Eastern Europe
124. The building of the Great Wall in China and the Boxer Rebellion were similar because they both
1. resulted from a fear of foreign influences. 3. increased technological development of China.
2. expanded Chinese territory.
4. brought more power to the Chinese warlords.
125. The Mandate of Heaven and the theory of divine right of kings both propose
that rulers govern because they
1. receive their power from God
3. are the best educated
2. are voted into office
4. have been chosen by the Pope
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126. In 1989, the government of China responded to the challenge of protests in Tiananmen Square by
1. Halting trade with the West
2. Allowing democratic elections
3. Sending in tanks and troops to end the demonstrations
4. calling for a special session of the United Nations Security Council
127. The Four Modernizations of Deng Xiaoping in the 1970s and 1980s resulted in
(1) an emphasis on the Five Relationships
(2) a return to Maoist revolutionary principles
(3) a move toward increased capitalism
(4) the end of the communist system of government
128. Which statement about farming in India is most accurate?
1. Monsoons bring much of the water that makes farming possible.
2. Few people were involved in farming.
3. Production of food has declined since independence.
4. Most farms are owned by the government.
129. Which statement reflects a belief of Mohandas Gandhi?
1. Imperialism has been good for India.
2. Nonviolence (satyagraha) is the best way to get the British out of India.
3. Hindus and Moslems should live in separate countries.
4. Democracy will not work in India.
130. Which statement best explains why the nations of India and Pakistan were created
from the single British colony of India?
1. Geographic conditions forced Great Britain to create separate nations.
2. Strong religious and cultural differences existed between the two regions.
3. China and the Soviet Union demanded the creation of two separate nations.
4. Great Britain needed the support of the two nations in the Common Market.
131. What type of technology, possessed by both India. Pakistan, and possibly North Korea
poses the biggest danger to peace in Asia?
1. atomic submarines
2. the Green Revolution
3. chemical warfare
4. nuclear weapons
132. During the 1980s, national unity in India was hindered by
1. a foreign policy of nonalignment
3. continued fear of attack from the Soviet Union
2. political interference from China
4. conflicts between Sikhs, Hindus, and Moslems
133. Which feature of present-day Indian society was introduced by the British during colonial times?
1. large foreign trade surplus
3. rigid social class system
2. central control of population growth
4. parliamentary system of government
134. During the 1970s and 1980s, India and China attempted to improve the quality of life for their people
and to increase economic growth by
1. changing the political structure
3. adopting policies to limit population growth
2. encouraging farmers to move to the cities 4. seeking overseas colonies
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(4) increasing the number of farmers
136. Which of the following has one of the highest standards of living in Asia?
1. Cambodia
2. the Philippines
3. Singapore
4. Vietnam
137. Which person killed/massacred over a million people when he took over Cambodia/Kampuchea
in the 1970s?
1. Confucius
2. Ho Chi Minh
3. Nelson Mandela
4. Pol Pot
138. The nation of Bangladesh was created as a result of the
1. breakup of the East India Company
2. cultural and economic differences between East Pakistan and West Pakistan
3. fighting between Hindu and Muslim factions in Nepal
4. human rights policy of the United Nations
139. Which is a result of India's policy of nonalignment?
1. India has kept its defense spending at a low level.
2. The Indian government has been successful in limiting population growth.
3. The Indian government has worked to reduce religious conflicts.
4. India has accepted aid from both the United States and the Soviet Union
140. The activities of Mother Teresa are most closely associated with
1. democracy and political freedom
3. nationalism and independence movements
2. industrialization and open markets
4. the needs of the poor and health care
141. Which communist nation is most closely associated with the leadership of Ho Chi Minh
and the surrender of Saigon?
(1) North Korea
(2) Soviet Union
(3) Vietnam
(4) People’s Republic of China
142. Communism as practiced in the 20th century in Communist China, Vietnam, and North Korea
consists of
1. a democratic political system and a capitalist economy
2. a theocratic political system and an agrarian (agricultural) economy
3. an authoritarian political system and a command economy
4. a feudal political system and a manorial economy
143.
IMPERIALISM
1.
2.
3.
4.
144.
means
using the natural resources in a colony for your own benefit
using computers to communicate.
giving food to another country.
taking over a country for your own benefit.
MERCANTILISM
1.
2.
3.
4.
means
using the natural resources in a colony for your own benefit
pledging your allegiance to a king in return for protection
taking over a country for your own benefit.
running a government based on religious law
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145. The geography of Africa has generally led to
1. social cohesion.
2. widespread democracy.
3. cultural diversity.
4. political unity.
146. Which idea is basic to animism?
1. separation of church and state
2. belief in only one God
3. belief that objects in nature have spirits
4. belief in reincarnation
147. Which is a characteristic of most traditional societies?
1. Cultural diffusion leads to a strong sense of nationalism.
2. Families in rural areas tend to be smaller than those in urban areas.
3. Change is quickly accepted at all levels of society.
4. Religious beliefs and social organization are closely related.
148. The key to ancient Africa is often found in myths and legends.
Why are they so difficult for us to obtain?
1. Early African history is mostly oral history.
3. Early African history was only linear.
2. Early African history books were often lost.
4. Early African history did not exist.
149. Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu are similar in that both sought to
1. make Africa more industrial than agricultural.
3. put an end to the policy of apartheid.
2. run for political office.
4. achieve their goals using military force.
150. One of the lasting effects of the African slave trade was
1. a disruption of African societies.
2. the preparation of African nations for self-rule.
3. the development of a permanent skilled labor force for Europe.
4. a united Africa in the modern rule.
151. During the 1980’s and 1990’s, agriculture in the areas near the Sahara region of Africa has become difficult
mainly because of
1. widespread flooding of farmland.
3. the introduction of one-crop economies.
2. the effects of hurricanes and tropical storms.
4. droughts and desertification.
152. Kwame Nkrumah, Jomo Kenyatta, Julius Nyerere, Robert Mugabe and Kenneth Kaunda
were African leaders who supported
1. militarism.
2. socialism.
3. nationalism.
4. colonialism.
153. Prior to (Before) European contact, African had kingdoms such as Ancient Egypt, Kush, Axum, Ghana, Mali,
Songhai and Benin. Each had laws, and systems of trade. This infers that Africans
1. had a highly developed civilizations.
3. could not survive on their own.
2. were Paleolithic.
4. were only farming nations.
154. During the 20th & 21st centuries there has been much bloodshed in Rwanda and Darfur (Sudan).
One cause of this is
1. tribalism
2. monotheism
3. global warming
4. Democracy
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155. Much of the wealth of the West African kingdoms of Ghana and Mali was gained from the
(1) sale of slaves to Europeans
(2) taxation on goods brought by Indian merchants
(3) creation of colonies on the Mediterranean coast
(4) control of the trans-Saharan trade in gold and salt
156. Apartheid in South Africa was similar to
1. Absolutism in France
2. the Four Modernizations in China
3. the caste system in India
4. India’s policy of non-alignment
157. In Africa, a major result of World War II was
1. an increase in feelings of nationalism
2. a general decline in the standard of living
3. an increase in colonization by European nations
4. a rapid decline in population
158. After 1880, European nations sought colonies in Africa primarily because Europeans
1. needed land for their surplus populations
2. needed raw materials for their factories and places to sell their finished products
3. brought Confucianism to the Muslim world
4. were interested in helping all people of the world improve their daily lives
159. Which is an accurate statement about the partitioning of Africa by European imperialist nations during the 1800s?
1. New nations were based on old tribal boundaries.
2. The cultural and ethnic diversity of the African people was disregarded.
3. The continent was divided equally among the colonial powers.
4. African unity was encouraged.
160. The term Pan-Africanism can best be defined as a movement whose purpose is to
1. promote African unity
3. encourage European investment in Africa
2. support cultural diversity
4. advocate a return to colonial conditions
161. The Atlantic slave trade, and events in Rwanda and Sudan – Darfur … are all examples of
1. animism.
2. democracy.
3. genocide.
4. theocracy.
162. Simon Bolivar, Jose de San Martin, Father Miguel Hidalgo, Toussaint L'Ouverture, Count Camillo Cavour, Guiseppe
Mazzini, Guiseppe Garibaldi, Otto von Bismarck, Dr. Sun Yat-sen (Yixian) supported
1. militarism.
2. socialism.
3. nationalism.
4. colonialism.
163. Kwame Nkrumah, Jomo Kenyatta, Julius Nyerere, Robert Mugabe, Kenneth Kaunda, Mohandas Gandhi,
Dr. Sun Yat-sen (Yixian) supported
1. militarism.
2. socialism.
3. nationalism.
4. colonialism.
164. The idea of “Gran Colombia” was
1. to turn South America into a confederation of states similar to that found
in the United States.
2. to make the nation of Colombia reach the same height of civilization has had
the Incas centuries ago.
3. name a Spanish colony for the world renowned explorer Christopher Columbus.
4. into a major sea-going nation.
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165. In Latin America during the early period of Spanish colonialism, the deaths of large numbers of native people led to
1. a decline in Spanish immigration to the Americas
2. the importation of slaves from Africa
3. the removal of most Spanish troops from the Americas
4. improved health care in the colonies
166. For the majority of people in Latin America ... the wars fought against the Spanish for freedom in the early 1800s
1. did not change their everyday lives, nor improve their standard of living
2. made them extremely wealthy
3. made them dependent on the Dutch instead of the Spanish
4. prepared them for immediate democratic rule
167. In the 1980's, the governments of both Brazil and Malaysia supported the cutting of timber in their rain forests
as a means of
1. achieving economic prosperity
2. increasing the national debt
3. controlling rebellions of indigenous peoples
4. preventing exploitation by imperialist nations
168. Which development in Latin American history occurred last?
1. the rise of independence movements in opposition to colonial rule
2. the emergence of Cuba as the first communist nation in the Western Hemisphere
3. the end of the importation of slaves into the region
4. Spanish conquest of Inca, Maya, and Aztec civilizations
169. Which statement describes an impact that the Columbian Exchange had on the lives of Europeans?
(1) The transfer of new products and ideas encouraged economic growth.
(2) New diseases were brought to Europe and resulted in massive deaths caused by a plague.
(3) Native Americans immigrated to Europe and competed with Europeans for jobs.
(4) Cross-cultural contacts between South America and Asia declined.
170. "The Bay of Pigs Incident" and "the Cuban Missile Crisis" were both part of
1. Spanish colonialization of Latin America
3. World War I
2. the Mexican Revolution
4. the Cold War
171. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was an attempt to
1. prevent the spread of disease
2. stop all human rights violations
3. lower tariffs (trade barriers) and encourage economic cooperation among members
4. create a common system of government for their regions
172. The varied climate and topography of Latin America have directly led to
1. the deforestation of the region.
3. overpopulation in rural areas.
2. the development of many diverse cultures.
4. rapid political unification.
173. A direct result of the Green Revolution in Southeast Asia, Africa, and South Asia has been
1. establishment of a free-market system.
3. the overthrow of military dictatorships.
2. collectivization of farms.
4. an increase in agricultural productivity.
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174. The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was formed primarily to
1. give member nations more influence in world markets
2. force developing countries to abandon policies of nonalignment
3. help Middle Eastern nations form alliances with Western powers
4. allow the Soviet Union to develop greater influence in the Middle East
175. Which geographic feature has been most responsible for the population distribution in the Middle East?
1. abundance of oil deposits
3. location of water
2. presence of high plateaus
4. availability of natural harbors
176. In most of the oil-rich Arab nations, the wealth generated by oil has affected the way of life in that
1. most people have adopted a Western lifestyle and given up their traditional ways
2. oil money has been used by the religious institutions, but not for educational and health facilities
3. technological modernization has occurred, but traditional laws and customs continue
4. women have been given political and social rights equal to those of men
177. In the 1970s, when Iran was ruled by the Shah, the Ayatollah Khomeini's major criticism was of the
1. Shah's friendship with the Soviet Union
3. return to traditional Islamic law
2. lack of political and social rights for women
4. non-Islamic influences on the culture and economy
178. The term "Intifada" is used to describe
1. the present fighting between Jews and Arabs in Palestine.
2. the level of poverty experienced by people living in the Middle East.
3. the war between Ayatollah Khomeini and Saddam Hussein.
4. the Islamic Holy War being waged by OPEC against the West.
179. The nations of the world were concerned over the invasion of Kuwait by Iraq in 1990 mainly because the
1. region was under the control of the United Nations peacekeeping forces.
2. region has important resources and is strategically located.
3. invasion strengthened the military position of Israel.
4. invasion increased Cold War tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union.
"His majesty's government views with favour the establishment in Palestine of a national homeland
for the Jewish people . . . it being clearly under-stood that nothing shall be done which may prejudice
- Lord Balfour, 1917
180. Which historical movement is most directly related to Lord Balfour's statement?
(1) Pan Slavism
(3) Organization for African Unity
(2) Pan Africanism
(4) International Zionism
181. The main goal of the Palestine Liberation Organization (P.L.O.) is to
1. win parliamentary seats in Israel.
2. strengthen Israeli control over the Occupied territories.
3. reduce international involvement in Middle Eastern affairs.
4. create an independent Palestinian state.
182. The Persian Gulf, the Straits of Hormuz, and the Suez Canal are strategically important because they are
1. under the control of Communist nations
2. at the center of the world's major illegal drug trade
3. the cause of friction between Israel and its Arab neighbors
4. trade routes for petroleum exports to nations around the world
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183. A major feature of the Golden Age of Moslem culture was the
1. political and economic isolation of the Arab world.
2. adoption of democratic government.
3. development of the foundations of modern science and mathematics.
4. persecution of Jews and Christians.
184. The Hegira, Mohammed's journey from Mecca to Medina in A.D. 622, is important to Muslims because the journey
1. resulted in Mohammed's early death
2. ended Mohammed's attempts to spread Islam throughout Arabia
3. established Byzantine rule throughout the region
4. signified the establishment of the Islamic faith
185. The phrase "from southern Spain, across northern Africa, occupying the Arabian peninsula to Southeast Asia"
once described the extent of the
1. Aztec Empire
2. Pax Romana
3. Gupta Empire
4. Muslim world
186. The treatment of the Kurds by Saddam Hussein during the 1980s and Afghan women by the Taliban
during the 1990s
1. are violations of human rights
3. indicate the beginning of global warming
3. were caused by European imperialism
4. demonstrate the power of democratic governments
187. Since 1948, a major reason for the conflict between Arabs and Israelis is that each side
(1) wants the huge oil reserves that lie under the disputed land
(2) believes that the United States favors the other side in the conflict
(3) claims sovereignty over the same land
(4) seeks to control trade on the eastern end of the Mediterranean Sea
188.
1.
2.
3.
4.
David Ben-Gurion, Golda Meir, and Menachem Begin, Gamal Abdel Nasser, Yasir Arafat, Mao Zedong,
Simón Bolívar, Ho Chi Minh, Mohandas Gandhi, Miguel Hidalgo, David Ben-Gurion, Jomo Kenyatta,
Kwame Nkrumah, Jose de San Martin, and Touissant L’Ouverture were similar because they
promoted nationalism among their peoples
believed in Marxist principles
modeled their political actions on religious doctrine
encouraged terrorism and violence in their revolutions
189. Which characteristic did the early civilizations (Ancient Egypt, Sumeria/Mesopotamia, Mohenjo-Daro & Harrappan,
Ancient China, and Kiev [Russia] that developed along the Nile, the Tigris-Euphrates, Indus, the Hwang-Ho (Yellow River),
and the Dnieper (River) have in common?
1. Each society’s religious beliefs were based on monotheism.
2. Urban communities were built using iron and steel tools.
3. The form of government in each community was based on male suffrage.
4. Transportation and communication were promoted by a mild climate, fertile soil,
and natural waterways.
190. Which is a characteristic of most traditional societies?
1. Cultural diffusion leads to a strong sense of nationalism.
2. Families in rural areas tend to be smaller than those in urban areas.
3. Change is quickly accepted at all levels of society.
4. Religious beliefs and social organization are closely related.
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191. Which social scientist would most likely gather information from fossil remains and radiocarbon dating?
1. cartographer
2. archeologist
3. psychologist
4. Economist
192. Both the ancient Romans and the ancient Chinese viewed foreigners as barbarians. This is an example of
1. cultural diffusion
2. mercantilism
3. Cultural diversity
4. Ethnocentrism
193. During the 1500s, technological advances in navigation, naval engineering, and mapmaking contributed directly to
the start of the
1. Gupta Empire
2. Mongol Empire
3. Age of Exploration
4. Medieval guilds
194. Many achievements made during the Golden Ages of both Islam and the West African Kingdoms reached European
societies by way of
1. trade networks in the Mediterranean Sea region
3. the voyages of Ferdinand Magellan
2. trade expeditions between China and Africa
4. the travels of Commodore Matthew Perry
195. Marco Polo, Ibn Battuta and Zheng He are best known for
1. exploring the Western Hemisphere
3. leading religious movements
2. opening trade between Africa and Japan
4. providing extensive information about lands and people
196. Recent archaeological studies suggest the theory that
1. the earliest humans evolved in the Rift Valley in Africa
2. farming societies developed before hunting and gathering societies
3. all the continents were settled at about the same time
4. the wheel was used by all ancient societies
197. A major impact of the Columbian exchange on western Europe was the introduction of
(1) Christianity that led to the rise of the Catholic Church
(2) new food crops that improved the European diet
(3) new military technology that weakened local rulers
(4) diseases that drastically reduced the population of Europe
198. One similarity between the Mongols of Central Asia and the Incas of South America was that both societies
1. developed cash-crop farming
3. based their wealth on the slave trade
2. adapted to difficult physical environments
4. practiced monotheistic religions
199. The Silk Road was important because it allowed for the
1. exploration of China by the Roman Army
2. development of agriculture by the nomadic people of Central Asia
3. movement of Chinese armies through Southeast Asia
4. exchange of goods between Asia and the Middle East
200. Much of the wealth of the West African kingdoms of Ghana and Mali was gained from the
1. sale of slaves to Europeans
3. creation of colonies on the Mediterranean coast
2. taxation on goods brought by Indian merchants
4. control of the trans-Saharan trade in gold and salt
201. During the Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment, one similarity in the work of many scientists and
philosophers was that they
1. relied heavily on the ideas of medieval thinkers
2. favored an absolute monarchy as a way of improving economic conditions
3. received support from the Catholic Church
4. examined natural laws governing the universe
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202. Which revolution led to the concept of banking, the creation of guilds, and the development of capitalism
in Europe?
1. Commercial
2. Agricultural
3. Scientific
4. Industrial
203. During the Scientific Revolution Francis Bacon, Galileo, and Isaac Newton promoted the idea that knowledge
should be based on
1. the experiences of past civilizations
3. experimentation and observation
2. emotions and feelings
4. the teachings of the Catholic Church
204. A person who is described as “Machiavellian” is someone who
1. is interested primarily in worldly possessions
3. is interested only in seeking pleasure
2. tries to discover a scientific explanation for life
4. believes that the end justifies the means
205. The Renaissance and the Protestant Reformation were similar in that both were
1. stimulated by a spirit of inquiry (questioning)
3. supported by the working class
2. limited to Italy, France, and Germany
4. encouraged by the successes of Ancient Egypt
206. A main goal of the monarchs of Europe during the Age of Absolutism was to
(1) establish legislative bodies
(3) centralize political power
(2) improve the quality of life for the peasant class
(4) expand the role of the Catholic Church
207. The divine right theory believed in by several European monarchs is most similar to the concept of
1. monotheism
3. direct democracy
2. humanism during the Enlightenment
4. the Mandate of Heaven in imperial China
208. Henry VIII, Elizabeth I, Charles I, Charlemagne, Louis XIV, Louis XV, Louis XVI, Peter the Great, Catherine the Great,
Genghis Khan and Mansa Musa were all
1. farmers
2. rulers
3. peasants
4. religious priests
209. Which sequence of events is listed in the correct chronological order?
(1) Renaissance …. French Revolution .... Enlightenment .. Crusades
(2) French Revolution .... Renaissance …. Crusades .... Enlightenment
(3) Enlightenment .... Crusades .... French Revolution …. Renaissance
(4) Crusades .... Renaissance …. Enlightenment .... French Revolution
210. Which statement about China is a fact rather than an opinion?
(1) Flooding was the worst disaster to affect ancient Chinese civilizations.
(2) The Mandate of Heaven was an idea developed in ancient China.
(3) Early Chinese civilizations were the most important civilizations in the world.
(4) Dynastic governments were highly effective in China.
211. Which point of view best represents the philosophy of the Renaissance?
1. The Greek and Roman civilizations are worthy of study.
2. Class distinctions in society should be abolished.
3. Religious doctrines are the only subject of value.
4. The glorification of human beings is sinful.
212. Which of the following is known for often causing “cultural diversity”?
1. river valleys
2. monsoons
3. mountains
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4. deserts