3rd Quarter Quarterly Exam Review

• 1)Which document limited the power of the English monarchy during the Middle Ages?

a. Magna Carta b. Justinian Code c. Twelve Tables d. Rig Veda

• 2) A major goal of the Christian Church during the Crusades (1096–1291) was to:

a. establish Christianity in western Europeb. capture the Holy Land from Islamic rulersc. unite warring Arab peoplesd. strengthen English dominance in the Arab

world

• 3) What was one result of large armies traveling great distances during the Crusades?

a. Europe’s population severely declined. b. Cultural diffusion increased.c. Democracy in the Middle East grew.d. Slavery was eliminated.

• 4) The feudal systems in both medieval Europe and early Japan were characterized by:

a. a decentralized political system b. an increased emphasis on education c. religious diversity d. the development of a wealthy middle class

• 5) Which statement about cultural diffusion in Asia is most accurate? a. Byzantine traders brought the Justinian

Code to China.b. Roman legions introduced Christianity

to India.c. Indian monks brought Islam to the

Middle East.d. Chinese ideas and practices spread

into Korea and Japan.

• 6) The terms Bushido, samurai, and daimyo are most closely associated with which group in Japanese history?

a. emperors b. peasants c. warriorsd. merchants

• 7) Which fact relating to early Japan was a result of the other three? a. Japan experienced earthquakes and

volcanic eruptions. b. The Japanese developed a nature-

based belief called Shinto. c. Tsunamis and typhoons sometimes

destroyed coastal Japanese villages. d. Mountains are found throughout the

islands of Japan.

• 8) The Age of Pericles in Athens, the Gupta Empire in India, and the Tang dynasty in China all experienced a golden age with:a. advancements in the principles of

democratic governments b. outstanding contributions in the arts

and sciences c. the end of foreign domination d. the furthest expansion of their borders

• 9) Which development led to the shortages of labor in 14th-century Europe?a. rise of nation-states b. outbreak of the Black Deathc. fall of Constantinopled. introduction of new military

technologies

• 10) Historians value the writings of Marco Polo and Ibn Battuta because they: – serve as primary sources about trade

and culture – provide the basis for European holy

books – include advice on how to be a

democratic ruler – present unbiased views of life in Africa

and Asia

• 11) A major reason for Zheng He’s voyages during the 15th century was to:a. promote trade and collect tribute b. establish colonies in Africa and India c. seal off China’s borders from foreign

influence d. prove the world was round

• 12) In which way were the developments of the Renaissance in Italy similar to the developments of the Tang dynasty in China?a. The rebirth of art, technology, and learning

was a central theme in both regions. b. Warfare and insurrection led to the

devastation of both societies. c. Religious reform was a main focus in both

regions. d. The peasant class was responsible for the

emergence of both eras.

• 13) What was the effect of the extensive Mongol Empire on the people who lived in Europe and Asia in the 1200s? a. development of a common language

b. expansion of Japanese cultural traditions

c. adoption of Confucian ideas and practices

d. significant increases in trade and travel

• 14) Christianity, Islam, and Judaism are similar in that they all ask their followers toa. believe in reincarnationb. follow a code of behavior c. strive for nirvana d. practice polytheism

– Buddhism is introduced into Japan around A.D. 1200.

– Islam extends from the Middle East into Spain by A.D. 732.

– Catholic and Protestant missionaries bring Christianity to Africa in the 1800s.

• 15) Each of these statements reflects the concept of

a. cultural diffusion b. civil disobedience c. urbanization d. isolationism

• 16) The revival of Greek and Roman culture, the economic growth of Italian city-states in the 1400s, and the development of humanism were aspects of thea. Age of Revolutions b. spread of Islam c. Protestant Reformation d. European Renaissance

• 17) Which factor contributed to the beginning of the Renaissance in Italian cities?a. occupation by foreign powers b. surplus of porcelain from Japan c. interaction with Latin America d. access to important trade routes

• 18) Which statement best expresses an idea held by many Renaissance humanist philosophers?a. People should study worldly subjects as

well as sacred matters. b. Governments should establish overseas

empires. c. Individuals should withdraw from the

world and study religion. d. Scholars should dedicate themselves to

the study of life after death.

• 19) A direct impact that the printing press had on 16th-century Europe was that it encouraged the:a. spread of ideas b. establishment of democracy c. beginnings of communism d. development of industrialization