General Summary Quiz

<p>Lower transportation costs. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It resulted in long-term immunity, altering demographic patterns over time. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It enabled states like Ghana to generate revenue through taxation of gold and trade, consolidating political power. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Srivijaya strategically used its involvement in oceanic commerce to build a strong, centralized state. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It caused short-term economic instability in the region due to the oversupply of gold. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They facilitated trade as they could travel long distances with little water. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Though it put pressure on peasants, it stimulated economic growth and supported later dynasties. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A collection of independent city-states, each with its own ruler. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A lack of a centralized government, with communities clustered around trade and occupation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It resulted in the widespread adoption of agriculture, new tools, and a shared language. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The need to adapt to varying elevations for optimal crop growth. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Japan's attempt to emulate China without considering its own geographical differences. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Intensive farming techniques and elaborate water management systems. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide military protection and service to the Daimyo. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Eastern Hemisphere had more domesticated animals and generally more centralized governments. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They facilitated the spread of religion through trade routes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The spread of diseases like the Bubonic Plague. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It offered comfort and stability in a collapsing society. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Focused on luxury goods like silk, gemstones, and spices for the elite. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Moche developed a larger, more expansive society than the Chavin. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gunpowder (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reliance on decentralized political organization. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It reinforced and intensified patriarchal restrictions on women. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The nomads desired Chinese manufactured goods while China needed horses. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By acknowledging China's superiority through the tribute system while independently managing its internal affairs and political ideology. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Developing hangul, their own phonetic alphabet. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The role of women in social and economic life. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The weakening of the Tang Dynasty created an opportunity for Vietnam to assert its independence. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Being physically separated allowed Japan to selectively borrow ideas from China. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To emulate Chinese practices and institutions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They facilitated the spread of Greek culture, blending it with local customs in a new Hellenistic synthesis. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Republic had a government that selected its leaders, while the Empire was ruled by emperors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The empire's dependence on slave labor created economic and social instability. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They facilitated trade, transportation, and public health, contributing to the empire's integration and prosperity. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The approval of the gods to overthrow a dynasty. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It resulted in strict laws and harsh punishments, leading to unification but also oppression and rebellion. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Zhou dynasty was larger and had decentralized control, while the Shang was smaller. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Confucianism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Mauryan Empire religiously tolerated and promoted Buddhism, while the Gupta Empire favored Hinduism. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their innovations in mathematics, science, and astronomy laid the groundwork for future discoveries. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Father to son, husband to wife, ruler to subject, older brother to younger brother, friend to friend; shows a patriarchal focus. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By conquering new territories, reforming the tax system, and maintaining some republican elements while centralizing power. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through military conquest (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To create a centralized system of communication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increase in rice production (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A network of trade routes connecting East and West, facilitating exchange of goods and ideas.

Improved long-distance trade by allowing horses to carry more weight and travel further.

Buddhism spread through trade routes, introduced by Indian merchants and monks to Asia.

A deadly disease that spread via trade routes, leading to massive population loss in Europe.

Trade routes that favored maritime transport, allowing for bulk goods and lower costs.

A river known for its gold, trade, and wealth without centralized government.

An ancient Mesoamerican city known for its big cities and green obsidian, but lacked a writing system.

Mayan economy relied on high agricultural production with maize, squash, and beans.

The Mayans were divided into city-states, each with its own ruler and decentralized government.

Significant contributions include a writing system, calendar, concept of zero, and water management.

A diverse geographical region in South America where potatoes are native.

Migratory society that spread agricultural practices, tools, and language across Africa.

Benefits of trade include new technology, economic changes, cultural spread, and enhanced relationships.

Trade that occurs within a specific area, as opposed to local or hemispheric trade.

A king who expanded Greek culture and conquered Persia.

Period after Alexander's death characterized by a mix of cultures.

Conflicts between Rome and Carthage for control of Sicily.

Military leader and dictator who expanded the Senate.

A 200-year period of peace and stability in Rome.

Decline due to class conflict, disease, and invasions.

Chinese dynasty known for its farming, trade, and kings.

Followed Shang; established Mandate of Heaven.

First dynasty to unify China using Legalism.

Philosophy advocating strict laws and harsh punishments.

Philosophy based on respect and hierarchy in relationships.

An early Indian empire known for tolerance and Buddhism.

Smaller than Mauryan, known as the Golden Age of India.

A succession of five beneficial rulers in Rome.

A powerful state in Southeast Asia that linked commerce and governance.

A significant trade item that led to the rise of powerful states like Ghana and Mali.

Emperor of Mali known for his pilgrimage and excessive gold distribution, affecting the economy.

A major public works project by the Sui Dynasty linking northern and southern China.

Routes in West Africa for trading gold, salt, and slaves across the Sahara.

A system where land is exchanged for protection and service, common in Japan after the Nara Period.

A structure in medieval Japan with Emperor, Shogun, Daimyo, Samurai, Farmers, Merchants.

Japan faced political instability and lack of success, leading to social changes.

Chinese inventions like paper and gunpowder influenced Eurasia and religion spread.

Buddhism brought stability and comfort during societal collapse post-Han dynasty.

A societal structure where men hold primary power, intensified by Confucianism.

A system where neighboring states had to show respect to trade with China.

Korea maintained political ideology while engaging in China's tribute system.

Vietnam achieved independence while adopting Chinese administrative techniques.

Confucian values imposed restrictions, negatively affecting women's rights in Korea.

A phonetic alphabet developed in Korea to support its distinct language.

A time when Japan sought to emulate Chinese culture for perceived benefits.

Vietnam maintained connections with China while holding some independence.