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In ancient Greece, the philosopher Aristotle

A
invented a method of argument that used logic.
B
created a style of teaching that involved questions.
C
explained his version of the ideal form of government.
D
recorded events of his era and shaped how history is told.
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An increased demand for books during the 1500s meant that

A
fewer books were written in the vernacular.
B
more books were written in the vernacular.
C
fewer people read classical works
D
more people read Chinese works.
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Why do Buddhists reject the idea of the Hindu caste system?

A
They do not want any influence from other religions.
B
They have their own social class system based on wealth.
C
They practice acceptance and tolerance of all people.
D
They believe that the caste system promotes poor karma.
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The decline in economic production in Europe during the 1300s was caused by

A
an increase in malnutrition.
B
a decrease in population.
C
an increase in nationalism.
D
a decrease in religious faith.
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What social characteristic was notable in West African empires?

A
Women limited to household roles
B
Women owning land and businesses
C
Women prevented from owning land
D
Women excluded from public life
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Why did John Calvin write the Institutes of the Christian Religion?

A
to refute the teachings of Martin Luther
B
to defend a king’s right to an annulment
C
to support the practices of the Catholic Church
D
to explain the Reformation and Protestant beliefs
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What happened to religion in West Africa when Islam was first introduced?

A
West Africans remained faithful to their original religions.
B
Islam quickly became the leading religion of the region.
C
Islam functioned alongside the existing religions of the region.
D
West Africans were resistant to Islam’s new ideas and ignored the religion.
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The map shows medieval Europe. Charlemagne was known as the "father of Europe.” How does this map help to explain that title?

Question illustration
A
It shows that Charlemagne united eastern and western Europe.
B
It shows that Charlemagne’s empire was as large as that of the Franks.
C
It shows that Charlemagne’s empire was more powerful than the Roman Empire.
D
It shows that Charlemagne conquered a huge part of Europe.
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With roots in Judeo-Christian principles, the Golden Rule states, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”Which of these statements is most like the Golden Rule?

A
An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth.
B
Do not hurt others in ways you would find hurtful.
C
Do not make promises you cannot keep.
D
It is better to amass riches so you can then help people.
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Which major trade route between India and China was nicknamed for the type of goods it moved?

A
Cotton Road
B
Gemstone Road
C
Silk Road
D
Teak Road
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What impact did the marriage of Eleanor of Aquitaine to Henry II have on England?

A
It strengthened England because Eleanor joined her lands in France with those of England’s.
B
It weakened England because Eleanor forced England to give up all its lands in France.
C
It strengthened England because Eleanor introduced the feudal system to England.
D
It weakened England because Eleanor insisted that the king of France rule over England as well.
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Christians were originally part of the Jewish faith. In this context, how was Jesus viewed by his followers?

A
as the Messiah
B
as a revolutionary
C
as the emperor
D
as a god
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Which three major factors contributed to the Roman Empire’s decline?

A
political insurrections, military rebellions, famine
B
political instability, military conflict, economic crisis
C
political dictatorship, military genocide, severe drought
D
political stability, military peace, economic growth
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Why, after having dissolved Parliament, did Charles I call it back into session?

A
to punish its leaders
B
to get it to raise funds to crush a rebellion
C
to have it name Oliver Cromwell as Lord Protector
D
to force it to sign the Petition of Right
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What role did Marco Polo serve in the Mongol Empire?

A
Marco Polo provided military tactics to Genghis Khan.
B
Marco Polo worked as an administrator for 17 years.
C
Marco Polo ran one of the khanates in the region.
D
Marco Polo wrote a book about Kublai Khan.
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Mosaics, frescos, and sculptures are all

A
forms of literature.
B
artistic techniques.
C
ways to decorate walls.
D
types of arches.
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What should Quinn do to present her ideas successfully during a group discussion?

A
introduce new discussion topics
B
avoid referring to others’ ideas
C
choose her words carefully
D
use opinions to support her points
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Which person was considered to be the greatest physician in the Muslim world?

A
Al-Khwarizmi
B
Abd al-Malik
C
Al-Razi
D
Ibn al-Haytham
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What factor most likely determined how often a nomadic group moved?

A
the lack of geographical protection
B
the lack of close proximity to a river or lake
C
the group’s boredom with the surroundings
D
dwindling food supplies
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Which best explains why Britain restricted trade with the colonies?

A
to restrict access to Britain’s goods as punishment
B
to ensure that trade generated taxes for the Crown
C
to make sure that Britain received the colonies’ best exports
D
to inhibit the distribution of colonial goods—and colonial income

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