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In the context of the spread of Islam, who believed that the successor to Mohammad should not be someone of hereditary blood?
In the context of the spread of Islam, who believed that the successor to Mohammad should not be someone of hereditary blood?
- Sunni (correct)
- Shia
- Abbasid
- Umayyad
What was the role of the Umayyad dynasty in relation to conquest and empire?
What was the role of the Umayyad dynasty in relation to conquest and empire?
- Spread Islam to Southeast Asia and South Asia
- Promoted large cultural diffusion and brought Christianity to East Africa
- Influenced by the Byzantine Empire (correct)
- Influenced by Persian Empire
Which African societies in the Sahel were transformed by trade and the introduction of Islam?
Which African societies in the Sahel were transformed by trade and the introduction of Islam?
- Ghana, Mali, Songhai (correct)
- Ethiopia, Swahili coast, Bantu migration
- Eastern Europe, Kievan Rus, Western Europe
- Abbasid, Umayyad, Byzantine Empire
What role did Mansa Musa play in Mali?
What role did Mansa Musa play in Mali?
How was the Swahili coast influenced by Indian Ocean trade?
How was the Swahili coast influenced by Indian Ocean trade?
How did Ethiopia remain Christian?
How did Ethiopia remain Christian?
What role did Bantu migration play in Africa?
What role did Bantu migration play in Africa?
What is the role of Griots in traditional Africa?
What is the role of Griots in traditional Africa?
How did the Byzantine Empire compare to Western Europe?
How did the Byzantine Empire compare to Western Europe?
What is the significance of Hagia Sophia?
What is the significance of Hagia Sophia?
What was the role of Justinian's code in the Byzantine Empire?
What was the role of Justinian's code in the Byzantine Empire?
How did the Byzantine Empire influence Russian culture?
How did the Byzantine Empire influence Russian culture?
What is the term for the fundamental belief in the respect for parents and family in Confucianism?
What is the term for the fundamental belief in the respect for parents and family in Confucianism?
Which dynasty in India was more focused on Hinduism and witnessed a decline in women's rights?
Which dynasty in India was more focused on Hinduism and witnessed a decline in women's rights?
Who encouraged soldiers to marry and expand, eventually leading to the overexpansion and fall of the empire?
Who encouraged soldiers to marry and expand, eventually leading to the overexpansion and fall of the empire?
Which ancient Indian text is known as the collection of hymns and ritual texts?
Which ancient Indian text is known as the collection of hymns and ritual texts?
Who was known for writing lessons for women and reinforcing the Confucian system to help women succeed through it?
Who was known for writing lessons for women and reinforcing the Confucian system to help women succeed through it?
What philosophical concept in Daoism emphasizes harmony and peace within society and individuals?
What philosophical concept in Daoism emphasizes harmony and peace within society and individuals?
Which dynasty in Classical China is associated with a rigid class structure, involving rankings and a large hierarchy?
Which dynasty in Classical China is associated with a rigid class structure, involving rankings and a large hierarchy?
Who is considered the founder of Legalism, emphasizing order and following of law through fear?
Who is considered the founder of Legalism, emphasizing order and following of law through fear?
What philosophical concept in Daoism emphasizes harmony and peace within society and individuals?
What philosophical concept in Daoism emphasizes harmony and peace within society and individuals?
In the context of the spread of Islam, who believed that the successor to Mohammad should not be someone of hereditary blood?
In the context of the spread of Islam, who believed that the successor to Mohammad should not be someone of hereditary blood?
Which dynasty in Classical China is associated with a rigid class structure, involving rankings and a large hierarchy?
Which dynasty in Classical China is associated with a rigid class structure, involving rankings and a large hierarchy?
What was the role of Justinian's code in the Byzantine Empire?
What was the role of Justinian's code in the Byzantine Empire?
What is the term for the fundamental belief in the respect for parents and family in Confucianism?
What is the term for the fundamental belief in the respect for parents and family in Confucianism?
Who was known for writing lessons for women and reinforcing the Confucian system to help women succeed through it?
Who was known for writing lessons for women and reinforcing the Confucian system to help women succeed through it?
Which ancient Indian text is known as the collection of hymns and ritual texts?
Which ancient Indian text is known as the collection of hymns and ritual texts?
"Dharma" in Hinduism refers to:
"Dharma" in Hinduism refers to:
What was the role of Greek philosopher Pericles?
What was the role of Greek philosopher Pericles?
What was the role of the Umayyad dynasty in relation to conquest and empire?
What was the role of the Umayyad dynasty in relation to conquest and empire?
What role did Mansa Musa play in Mali?
What role did Mansa Musa play in Mali?
How was the Swahili coast influenced by Indian Ocean trade?
How was the Swahili coast influenced by Indian Ocean trade?
How did Ethiopia remain Christian?
How did Ethiopia remain Christian?
What role did Bantu migration play in Africa?
What role did Bantu migration play in Africa?
What was the significance of Hagia Sophia?
What was the significance of Hagia Sophia?
How did the Byzantine Empire compare to Western Europe?
How did the Byzantine Empire compare to Western Europe?
What was the role of Justinian's code in the Byzantine Empire?
What was the role of Justinian's code in the Byzantine Empire?
Study Notes
Islam and Empire
- The Shia believed that the successor to Mohammad should not be someone of hereditary blood.
- The Umayyad dynasty played a crucial role in conquest and empire, expanding the Islamic empire.
African Societies
- The Sahel societies, such as Ghana and Mali, were transformed by trade and the introduction of Islam.
- Mansa Musa played a significant role in Mali, promoting trade and Islamic learning.
- The Swahili coast was influenced by Indian Ocean trade, leading to the establishment of trade cities.
Byzantine Empire
- The Byzantine Empire, also known as the Eastern Roman Empire, was distinct from Western Europe.
- Hagia Sophia was a significant architectural achievement and a symbol of the Byzantine Empire.
- Justinian's code was a collection of Roman laws that shaped the Byzantine Empire's legal system.
African Migration
- The Bantu migration played a significant role in Africa, leading to the spread of languages and cultures.
Traditional Africa
- Griots played a crucial role in traditional Africa, serving as historians, musicians, and storytellers.
Indian and Chinese Dynasties
- The Gupta dynasty in India was more focused on Hinduism and witnessed a decline in women's rights.
- The Han dynasty in China was associated with a rigid class structure, involving rankings and a large hierarchy.
Philosophy and Texts
- The Vedic period in India is known for the collection of hymns and ritual texts, including the Vedas and Upanishads.
- Ban Zhao was known for writing lessons for women and reinforcing the Confucian system to help women succeed.
- Li Si is considered the founder of Legalism, emphasizing order and following of law through fear.
- The Wu Wei concept in Daoism emphasizes harmony and peace within society and individuals.
- Xiao is the term for the fundamental belief in the respect for parents and family in Confucianism.
Ancient Greece
- Pericles was a Greek philosopher who played a significant role in the development of Athenian democracy.
Hinduism
- "Dharma" in Hinduism refers to an individual's religious and moral obligations.
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Test your knowledge of the history, culture, and societal structure of Classical China during the Zhou, Qin, and Han Dynasties. Explore topics such as Confucianism, civil service exams, rigid class structure, filial piety, and gender inequality.
