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What is the best way to describe sea travel in ancient Greece?

A
Ancient Greeks avoided travel on the seas because of their religious beliefs.
B
Greek city-states primarily used the seas because of the ease of travel and trade.
C
Ancient Greeks traveled primarily by land because sea voyages were dangerous.
D
Greek city-states used both sea and land routes because of the ease of travel and trade.
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How did the Tang dynasty change civil service?

A
It eliminated training programs.
B
It expanded the merit-based system.
C
It increased pay for civil government jobs.
D
It gave government jobs to the most loyal citizens.
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How is an aristocracy similar to a monarchy?

A
One person has complete control.
B
A small council makes all the laws.
C
People are born into their positions.
D
Rulers must have a military background.
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Which statement best defines the feudalism of the Zhou dynasty?

A
The king directly controlled the entire country.
B
The king’s loyal relatives governed the states.
C
The leaders of the states were independent rulers.
D
The leaders of the states balanced the king’s power.
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What is one element of ancient Greek theatrical productions?

A
Greek productions were only spoken.
B
The Greeks developed both comical and tragic plays.
C
Greeks built large indoor theaters for their performances.
D
The Greeks used men and women to act in the productions.
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What is the significance of Easter for Christians?

A
It recognizes the Trinity.
B
It honors the birth of Jesus.
C
It celebrates the Resurrection.
D
It commemorates the death of Jesus.
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Which philosopher founded Taoism?

A
Qin
B
Laozi
C
Han Feizi
D
Confucius
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Which statement best describes the cause of China’s distinct cultural identity?

A
China was a difficult place for trade because the people were modest farmers.
B
China was separated from other lands and peoples due to the physical geography of the region.
C
China had a unique culture because the ancient Chinese believed they were the only civilization.
D
China was protected from outside influence because Chinese people were not allowed to leave.
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How did aqueducts contribute to the growth of the Roman Empire?

A
They enabled trade routes to reach faraway lands.
B
They were used to protect against natural disasters.
C
They were used to help the military conquer new lands.
D
They enabled water to reach the cities for proper sanitation.
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How did citizens of Athens serve their government?

A
by participating in the Assembly
B
by recruiting soldiers for the army
C
by running for election to the Assembly
D
by collecting taxes from the lower classes
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How did Wudi’s policies affect China’s economy?

A
Leveling balanced incomes for all groups of people.
B
New designs in military weapons increased production.
C
Expanded trade over the Silk Road brought new wealth.
D
Control of the food supply limited free trade in the country.
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In what way did the Mediterranean Sea and the Aegean Sea most help Greek societies?

A
The seas protected Greek trade routes from foreign attack.
B
The seas kept Greek societies isolated from foreign influence.
C
The seas allowed Greeks to easily trade raw materials and goods.
D
The seas gave Greeks their only food source, since they lacked fertile land.
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How did the growth of the Roman Republic lead to civil war?

A
Patricians in the republic had financial problems.
B
Citizens were angry about being forced to join the military.
C
Class conflicts and complaints about the republic caused disagreement.
D
Citizens from newly conquered regions did not want to be part of the republic.
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Which statement describes an example of checks and balances in the Roman Republic?

A
The judicial branch wrote and enacted laws.
B
A consul vetoed a law passed by the legislature.
C
The legislative branch debated and created laws.
D
The consuls appointed a dictator during a time of crisis.
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Why did the Roman authorities believe that Christianity was dangerous?

A
Romans disliked the ways Christians worshipped their gods.
B
Romans were angry after the Christians started a fire in Rome.
C
Romans feared that Christians would persecute them for their beliefs.
D
Romans were afraid that Christians would rebel against the government.
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What was Virgil’s most significant contribution to Roman society?

A
He was viewed as the most skilled painter.
B
He was seen as the smartest philosopher.
C
He was considered to be the greatest poet.
D
He was celebrated as the most talented actor.
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How were the apostles important to early Christianity?

A
They led early Christians into battle.
B
They shared Jesus’s teachings.
C
They managed the finances of the new church.
D
They hired missionaries to travel around the empire.
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Which statement best describes the government of Athens?

A
It was ruled by a king.
B
It was run by the citizens.
C
It was run by a small group.
D
It was ruled by military leaders.
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Which statement best describes how a republic functions?

A
Citizens elect representatives to govern.
B
A king governs a group of people directly.
C
A select number of elites govern as a group.
D
Citizens vote directly on the laws that govern them.

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