AnswersGA-GSE World History AThe Fertile Crescent

The Fertile Crescent — Unit test Answers

0 verified answers
1
Free Preview

What brought an end to the Qin Dynasty?

A
the death of Emperor Qin Shihuangdi
B
the construction of the Great Wall
C
the decrease in trade and agricultural production
D
the creation of roads and irrigation systems
2
Free Preview

Which is the most likely reason for the downfall of the Old Kingdom?

A
conspiratorial plots within the royal court
B
an overly centralized government
C
the pharaoh's loss of power
D
foreign invasions
3

How did the Huang He River contribute to the growth of the Chinese civilization?

A
The fertile soil led to food surpluses, which supported a larger group of people.
B
The routine flooding resulted in dependable irrigation for multiple crops.
C
The loess at the bottom of the river was valuable, creating solid trade.
D
The river covered such a small area that it brought people into a limited region.
4

Early irrigation systems brought river water to

A
forests.
B
mountains.
C
oceans.
D
fields.
5

Which statement about Abraham is the most accurate?

A
He was considered the father of all major religions.
B
He moved from Ur to Canaan to spread Islam.
C
His covenant with God helped all Jewish people.
D
His agreement with God ensured Abraham’s immortality.
6

What primary impact did King Solomon’s construction projects have on Jerusalem?

A
They left the entire kingdom deeply in debt.
B
They made the city famous for King Solomon’s wisdom.
C
They made the city unappealing to foreign visitors.
D
They created controversy over the secular design.
7

With the creation of the cuneiform system, scribes were able to

A
keep records of government.
B
travel to distant lands.
C
irrigate dry farmlands.
D
halt the yearly river floods.
8

What did noble families fight over during the Warring States period?

A
trade and barter
B
land and resources
C
language and culture
D
philosophy and religion
9

Which best describes how the pharaohs used architecture?

A
for decoration
B
for functional purposes
C
for funeral rites and honor
D
for militaristic purposes
10

When the Aryans migrated to India, what influential concept did they bring to the country?

A
the caste system
B
the decimal system
C
modern farming techniques
D
religious tolerance
11

What is the difference between the Torah and the Talmud?

A
The Torah describes the basic laws of Judaism; the Talmud is a collection of interpretations of the Torah.
B
The Torah has been handed down for generations; the Talmud is a series of books.
C
The Torah means “study”; the Talmud means “the Five Books of Moses.”
D
The Torah focuses on interpreting ideas and recommendations; the Talmud focuses on directions for daily living.
12

How did the lives of peasants change under the government of Emperor Wudi?

A
They were better able to move between classes.
B
They were sent to schools where Legalism was taught.
C
They were required to work for the government one month per year.
D
They were forced to establish a standard examination system.
13

Why are empires and civilizations so intent on producing works of artistic and cultural significance?

A
These works help to ensure the success of the empire’s people.
B
These works help to ensure the legacy of an empire.
C
These works help to make the leader more powerful.
D
These works help to ensure the empire will continue to prosper.
14

Read the excerpt from the Hymn to the Nile.Hail to thee, O Nile! Who manifests thyself over this land, and comes to give life to Egypt!

A
fertile soil
B
fishing stocks
C
defensive capabilities
D
drinking water
15

How is India distinct from the rest of Asia?

A
It is a landmass.
B
It is a peninsula.
C
It is a subcontinent.
D
It is an outcropping.

Did you find these answers helpful?

More from this Course

Quiz
15 verified answers

Unit Test

Quiz
1 verified answers

Unit Test

Assignment
11 verified answers

The Fertile Crescent