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What is a defining characteristic of non-Western civilizations?

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They often have unique cultural, social, and political structures distinct from Western models.

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True or False: Non-Western civilizations have no influence on global history.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The __________ civilization is known for its contributions to mathematics and astronomy.

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Mayan

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4
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Which ancient civilization is considered one of the earliest in the world?

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Mesopotamia

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5
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What is the primary religion practiced in the Indian subcontinent?

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Hinduism

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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a major non-Western civilization? A) Egypt B) Greece C) Rome D) All of the above

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A) Egypt

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What language family is primarily associated with the Chinese civilization?

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Sino-Tibetan

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True or False: The Silk Road was a trade route that connected East and West.

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True

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Name one major achievement of the Islamic Golden Age.

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Advancements in mathematics, such as algebra.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ Dynasty was a significant ruling dynasty in China known for its cultural and technological advancements.

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Tang

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What is the main philosophical system that originated in China and emphasizes harmony and moral development?

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Confucianism

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Multiple choice: Which region is associated with the development of the Inca civilization? A) Africa B) South America C) Asia D) Europe

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B) South America

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What is the primary form of governance in ancient Egypt?

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Theocracy

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True or False: The caste system is a social stratification system in India.

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True

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15
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What ancient civilization is known for its pyramids and hieroglyphics?

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Ancient Egypt

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Fill in the blank: The __________ was an ancient civilization located in the Indus Valley.

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Harappan

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17
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Which empire was known for its extensive road system and efficient communication?

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The Persian Empire

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What is the name of the ancient trade network that connected China with the Mediterranean?

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The Silk Road

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Multiple choice: The Aztec civilization was primarily located in which modern-day country? A) Brazil B) Mexico C) Peru D) Argentina

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B) Mexico

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True or False: Buddhism originated in India.

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True

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21
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What is the primary text of Confucianism?

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The Analects

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22
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Fill in the blank: The __________ civilization is known for its advanced urban planning and drainage systems.

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Indus Valley

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23
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Which civilization is famous for the development of the zero in mathematics?

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The Indian civilization

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Multiple choice: Who was the first emperor of unified China? A) Qin Shi Huang B) Han Wudi C) Sun Yat-sen D) Confucius

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A) Qin Shi Huang

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What type of government did the Mongol Empire have?

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Nomadic tribal confederation

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26
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True or False: Shinto is a major religion in Japan.

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True

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27
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What is the capital city of the ancient Khmer Empire?

28
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Fill in the blank: The __________ were a nomadic people who created one of the largest empires in history.

29
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Which African civilization is known for its wealth and trade in gold?

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Mali Empire

30
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Multiple choice: The Great Wall of China was primarily built to protect against which group? A) Mongols B) Japanese C) Romans D) Persians

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A) Mongols

31
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What ancient civilization is known for its ziggurats?

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Sumerian civilization

32
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True or False: The Mayan civilization developed a written language.

33
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What is the main agricultural product of ancient Mesopotamia?

34
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a sacred text of Islam.

35
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Which civilization is known for its city-state structure, particularly in ancient Greece?

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Phoenician civilization

36
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a major world religion originating from non-Western civilizations? A) Hinduism B) Buddhism C) Christianity D) Islam

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C) Christianity

37
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What is the primary focus of Daoism?

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Living in harmony with the Dao (the way).

38
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True or False: The Gupta Empire is known as a golden age in Indian history.

39
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What ancient civilization is credited with the invention of writing?

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Sumerian civilization

40
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a famous ancient trade route that connected China to the Mediterranean.

41
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Which civilization is known for its rich oral traditions and storytelling?

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African civilizations

42
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Multiple choice: The concept of ‘Mandate of Heaven’ is associated with which civilization? A) Indian B) Chinese C) Egyptian D) Persian

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B) Chinese

43
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True or False: The Inca civilization had a written language.

44
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What is the primary belief system that emphasizes a balance between yin and yang?

45
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Fill in the blank: The __________ were known for their seafaring and trade in the Mediterranean.

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Phoenicians

46
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Which empire is known for its architectural achievements, including the construction of the Taj Mahal?

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Mughal Empire

47
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Multiple choice: The primary language of the ancient Persians was A) Arabic B) Persian C) Turkish D) Hebrew

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B) Persian

48
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True or False: The Aztecs practiced human sacrifice as part of their religious rituals.

49
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What was the primary purpose of the pyramids in ancient Egypt?

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To serve as tombs for pharaohs.

50
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a significant trade city in ancient Mali.

51
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Which civilization is known for its impressive stone structures like Machu Picchu?

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Inca civilization

52
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Multiple choice: Which of the following cultures is primarily associated with the concept of filial piety? A) Roman B) Greek C) Chinese D) Indian

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C) Chinese

53
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True or False: The ancient Greeks had a significant influence on the development of philosophy in non-Western civilizations.

54
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What is the significance of the Rosetta Stone?

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It helped decode Egyptian hieroglyphics.

55
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Fill in the blank: The __________ civilization is recognized for its advanced knowledge of astronomy and calendar systems.

56
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What was the main economic activity of the ancient Egyptians?

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Agriculture

57
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Multiple choice: Which ancient civilization is known for its creation of an extensive library in Nineveh? A) Babylonian B) Assyrian C) Sumerian D) Hittite

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B) Assyrian

58
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True or False: The concept of democracy originated in non-Western civilizations.

59
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What was a major factor in the decline of the Maya civilization?

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Environmental degradation and drought.

60
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a prominent trade route in ancient Africa connecting West Africa to the Mediterranean.

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Trans-Saharan trade route

61
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Which civilization is known for its unique architectural style, including the use of arches and domes?

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Islamic civilization

62
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Multiple choice: Which ancient civilization developed a form of writing known as cuneiform? A) Chinese B) Sumerian C) Egyptian D) Greek

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B) Sumerian

63
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True or False: The ancient Romans had no contact with non-Western civilizations.

64
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What is the primary focus of Shintoism?

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The worship of kami (spirits).

65
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Fill in the blank: The __________ civilization is known for its city-states and trade networks in the Mediterranean.

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Phoenician

66
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Which empire is famous for its extensive trade networks across Asia and Europe?

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The Mongol Empire

67
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Multiple choice: The primary religion of the Ottoman Empire was A) Christianity B) Judaism C) Islam D) Hinduism

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