3rd Quarterly Review Flashcards
Why is the code of Hammurabi for ancient Mesopotamia considered to be an unequal law code?
distinguished between social classes; favored the one with higher rank
Which geographic feature prevented ancient Greece from uniting as one single nation?
mountains
Explain the primary concern of Confucianism and the concept of filial piety
respect and honoring others
Explain how the goal of Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism are similar
all want harmony, balance, and peace with nature
Which nation is considered the “cultural bridge” linking China to Japan?
Korea (Davis’s country)
Which religion is associated with a collection of beliefs and stories in a book called the Vedas
Hinduism (India)
Explain the impact of the caste system on a traditional Indian society.
No social mobility; born into your place in society so you know your role in it
List the major beliefs of Hinduism.
Reincarnation, moksha, caste system, dharma, karma, holy cows, ahisma
What major factor contributed to the development of diverse cultures in pre-Colombian Latin America?
Geographic features
What two farming methods were developed in Latin America to combat a lack of farm land?
terrace farming and chinampas
What do the accomplishments of the Olmec, Maya, Aztec, and Inca indicate about these pre-Colombian civilization?
they all made great advancements and thrived before the Europeans came over
Which group and institution was the most powerful force in Europe during the Middle Ages?
Catholic Church
Which two European events are associated with an increase in knowledge and the growth of a questioning spirit?
Renaissance and Reformation
What activity allowed for the development of the African kingdoms of Ghana, Mali, Songhai, and Kush
major trading routes of gold and salt
Which complex civilization was ruled by Emperor Mansa Musa before contact with Europeans?
Mali
Which religion did Emperor Mansa Musa help to spread throughout his kingdom and most of northern Africa?
Islam (Muslim)
List the two most common ways a religion including Islam will spread from one region to another
migration and trade
What two religions were apart of the Crusades?
Christians and Muslims
What three groups are known for invading the Middle East and impacting Muslim culture?
Turks (Ottomons), Mongols, Crusaders
What impact did the Crusades have on Europe?
increased trade between Middle East and Europe spread Middle East culture to Europe
Why did China begin the exploration of Southeast Asia and the Zheng He’s voyages to other civilizations in the Eastern Hemisphere?
promote trade, collect tribute, and show off
Which dynasty iss associated with topping the Mongols, reinstating civil service exams, and beginning a period of Chinese exploration?
Ming Dynasty
How are the empires of the Greeks, Romans, Incans, and Mongols similar?
extended control over neighboring people
What was one effect that the Mongols had on Russia?
isolated them from Western Europe
What type of government was created in England as a result of the British Magna Carta and Bill of Rights?
limited to monarchy that paved the way for parliamentary democracy
Which two nations fought extensively during the Hundred Years War?
France and Englad
Which African tribe is associated with traveling around sub-Sahara region and impacting its environment?
Bantu
Which time period in Western Europe is most associated with kingdoms, fiefs, and feudal manors?
Middle Ages
Place the following events in the correct chronological order:
Fall of the Rome, Renaissance, Golden Age of Greek, and the Crusades.
Golden Age of Greece, Fall of Rome, Crusades, Renaissance
Define vernacular
common local everyday language
Which min religion is shared by Catholic, Protestant, and Eastern Orthodox
Christianity
