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TEST: Sumeria & Ancient Egypt
NEW QUESTIONS (not seen before)
DUE: MON. 20 Oct. 2014
Global History 1 H ...
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Base your answers to the following questions on the map below and on your knowledge of social studies.
1. Based on the information shown on this map, in which region was the Middle Kingdom
of Assyria located?
(1) southwest Asia
(3) South America
(2) western Africa
(4) western Europe
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2. The Middle Kingdom of Assyria was located in an area also known as the
(1) subcontinent
(3) Fertile Crescent
(2) Holy Land
(4) rooftop of the world
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3. Assyria is located near which modern day [2012] nation?
1. China
2. Iraq
3. Mexico
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4. the United States
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4. The ancient Sumerians modified their environment to increase food production by
(1) building terraces
(3) removing rain forests
(2) digging irrigation canals
(4) developing chinampas
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5. Which geographic feature did the earliest civilizations in Ancient Egypt and Sumeria have in common?
(1) mountains that provided protection from invasion
(2) rivers that increased the fertility of the land by flooding
(3) vast forests that supplied lumber for building
(4) tropical climates that included monsoons
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6. The Code of Hammurabi is an example of
(1) religious orders
(3) written laws
(2) epic poems
(4) democratic constitutions
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7. Some archaeologists believe the earliest human presence in the Americas is associated with the
(1) migration of nomads across the Bering Strait
(2) exploration of the Caribbean by Europeans
(3) movement of tribes during the Bantu migration
(4) journey of traders along the Silk Roads
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• Baghdad is the capital of Iraq.
• Syria borders Lebanon, Turkey, Iraq, and Israel.
• Israel is located in the Middle East.
8. Which type of map would be most helpful in verifying all this information?
(1) political
(3) land use
(2) climate
(4) population density
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QUESTIONS (gone over in class … using the computer/LCD projector)
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12. The title hero-god of the world's first epic poem, produced by the Sumerians
around 3000 BCE, was:
1. Aristotle
2. Osiris
3. Gilgamesh
4. Hammurabi
13. The Sumerian epic “Gilgamesh” dealt with the quest for
1. Food
2. Immortality
3. Water
4. land
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REVIEW QUESTIONS
14. Who invented the alphabet that influenced the Greeks, Romans, and Americans?
1. Chaldeans
2. Hittites
3. Israelites
4. Phoenicians
15. The belief in one god, rather than many gods is called
1. polytheism
2. monotheism
3. theocracy
4. monarchy
16. During which period did the domestication of animals and growing of crops first occur?
(1) Iron Age
(3) Old Stone Age
(2) Neolithic Revolution
(4) Scientific Revolution
17. Which statement most accurately describes how geography affected the growth of the ancient civilizations of
Egypt and Mesopotamia?
(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.
18. 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
19. Hieroglyphic and cuneiform systems provided the basis for the development of
(1) subsistence farming
(3) painting and sculpture
(2) oral traditions
(4) recorded history
20. Hammurabi's code of laws promoted the idea that
(1) worship of leaders will maintain the power of an empire
(2) an informed citizenry will help maintain peace and prosperity
(3) equality of the people is the most important goal of government
(4) harsh punishments for crimes will lead to a more orderly society
21. One reason early civilizations developed in China, Egypt, and the Tigris-Euphrates Valley in
Mesopotamia is because
(1) vast mineral deposits existed for manufacturing
(2) climate and geography favored agriculture
(3) rivers contributed to nomadic lifestyles
(4) natural barriers provided protection from invasions
22.
One way in which the Code of Hammurabi, and the Ten Commandments were similar is that they
(1) emphasized social equality
(3) provided a written set of laws
(2) established democratic governments
(4) proposed economic goals
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23. The geographic isolation of a society most often leads to the
(1) development of trade
(3) strengthening of traditional culture
(2) promotion of cultural diffusion
(4) growth of international alliances
24. One reason the Euphrates, Indus, Nile, and Tigris valleys became centers of early civilization
is that these valleys had
(1) borders and elevations that were easy to defend
(2) rich deposits of coal and iron ores
(3) the means for irrigation and transportation
(4) locations in regions of moderate climate and abundant rainfall
25. The development of early civilizations usually depended on
(1) the formation of democratic governments
(2) a location near large deposits of gold and silver
(3) the existence of large armies
(4) a plentiful water supply and fertile land
26. The Code of Hammurabi is an example of
1. written rules for legal procedures
2. the power of strong kings to control trade
3. regulations on the way to conduct wars against neighboring nations
4. the power of a legislature to veto laws passed by absolute monarchs
27. A study of these structures will show that the ancient civilizations who built these structures
PYRAMIDS
1. practiced monotheism
3. originated along major rivers
2. used advanced technology
4. respected human rights
28. Which statement is accurate about the geography of the Middle East?
1. Large areas are used for rice cultivation.
2. Most of the region has a hot/dry (arid) climate.
3. The region experiences seasonal monsoons.
4. The region has broad, fertile plains.
29. The Great Pyramid at Giza (Egypt) and the Ziggurat at Ur (Sumeria) are examples of
1. Architectural accomplishments that reflect religious beliefs.
2. ancient architectural monuments no longer in use
3. the influence of Judaic architecture on conquered nations.
4. the influence of cultural diffusion on contemporary architecture.
“CASTLE LEARNING” QUESTIONS
30. The development of ancient civilizations in Egypt, Mesopotamia, India, and China indicates the
importance of
1. heavy forestation
3. mountain passes
2. rugged coastlines
4. river valleys
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"If a seignior (noble) has knocked out the tooth of a seignior of his own rank, they shall knock out his
tooth. But if he has knocked out a commoner's tooth, he shall pay one-third mina of silver."
-- Code of Hammurabi
31. Which idea of Babylonian society does this portion of the Hammurabi code of law reflect?
1. All men were equal under the law.
2. Fines were preferable to corporal punishment.
3. Divisions existed between social classes.
4. Violence was always punished with violence.
32. One way in which the civilizations of the Sumerians, and the Phoenicians, were similar is that each
1. developed extensive writing systems
2. emphasized quality in education
3. established monotheistic religions
4. encouraged democratic participation in government
33. Hammurabi's Code was significant because it established
1. democratic governments
3. official religions
2. rules of behavior
4. economic systems
34. What was a result of the Neolithic Revolution?
1. Civilizations developed.
2. Humans first learned to use fire.
3. Life expectancy declined.
4. People began hunting and gathering for food.
35. Which factor led to the development of civilizations in ancient Mesopotamia?
1. political harmony
3. favorable geography
2. religious differences
4. universal education
36. The Code of Hammurabi and the Twelve Tables were designed to
1. create a stable society
2. promote peaceful relations with other cultures
3. provide a framework for the development of democracy
4. emphasize the importance of life after death
37. Which statement most accurately describes how geography affected the growth of the ancient
civilizations of Egypt and Mesopotamia?
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.
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38. The river valleys of the Tigris-Euphrates, the Nile, and the Indus were centers of civilization
because they
1. had rich deposits of iron ore and coal
2. were isolated from other cultural influences
3. were easy to defend from invasion
4. provided a means of transportation and irrigation
39. Most of the Egyptian population is clustered in the Nile River Valley mainly because
1. the river is of great military importance
2. heavy industry is located along the river
3. it is the most scenic area in the country
4. the river is the major source of water for agriculture
40. The religions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam share a common belief in
1. nirvana
2. Monotheism
3. Reincarnation
4. animism
41. The animist religions, which are widespread throughout Africa, share a belief in
1. monotheism
3. the importance of the spirits of nature
2. the writings of Mohammed
4. making a pilgrimage to Jerusalem
42. Traditional animistic beliefs in Africa, Asia, and Latin America are based on
1. a desire for wealth
3. a written tradition
2. an appreciation of the forces of nature
4. a willingness to accept Christianity
43. Christianity, Islam, and Judaism are similar in that they all ask their followers to
1. believe in reincarnation
3. strive for nirvana
2. follow a code of behavior
4. practice polytheism
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MAP ID QUESTIONS
44. On the map,
(1.)
A
45. On the map,
(1.)
A
JERUSALEM
(2.)
B
(3.)
is represented by letter
C
(4.) D
AFGHANISTAN
(2.)
B
(3.)
C
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(5.) E
is represented by letter
(4.) D
(5.) E
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46. On the map,
(1.)
A
47. On the map,
(1.)
A
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is represented by letter
(3.) C
(4.) D
MECCA [ MAKKAH ]
(2.)
B
(3.)
C
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(4.)
(5.) E
is represented by letter
D
(5.) E
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the TIGRIS & EUPRATES RIVERS
48. On the map,
are represented by letter
(1.)
A
(2.)
49. On the map,
(1.)
A
B
(3.)
C
the NILE RIVER
(2.)
B
(3.)
C
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(4.)
D
(5.) E
is represented by letter
(4.) D
(5.) E
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(1.)
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the FERTILE CRESCENT is represented by letter
(2.)
B
(3.)
C
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(4.)
D
(5.) E
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OLD QUESTIONS ( … taken from previous tests … )
51. 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.
52. Which is usually a characteristic of a traditional economy?
1. many consumer products
3. central government planning
2. production is restricted by law
4. most people work by farming
53. Which statement is an example of ethnocentrism?
1. “My party’s candidate can make our country strong again, enabling it to adjust to new
conditions.”
2. “What we need is a return to the good old days.”
3. “We are a superior society. All others are barbaric and must be treated as such.”
4. “Change is inevitable.”
54. On the map of the world, the United States is represented by letter
(1.)
A
(2.) B
(3.) C
(4.) D
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55. The Neolithic Revolution is often considered a turning point in history because
(1) city dwellers learned to control fire
(2) societies became more nomadic
(3) nuclear families evolved into extended families
(4) permanent settlements developed in river Valleys
[REGENTS: January 2011]
56. Which document is considered a primary source?
(1) encyclopedia article
(2) modern textbook
(3) weekly newscast summary of events
(4) cave drawing found in France
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57. 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
58. Environment refers to
1. Setting where humans live
2. Waterways around the globe
59. A people’s way of life is called
1. Values
2. Survival
3. Climates of the Earth
4. Natural resources of a region
3.
Culture
4.
Density
60. Which aspect (part) of culture is most directly affected by the physical geography
of an area?
1. Religion
2. Language
3. Food
4. Music
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