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The name of the first great civilization in Mesopotamia was

A
Egypt.
B
Sumer.
C
Tigris.
D
Euphrates.
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Which geographic features gave rise to early civilization?

A
mountains
B
oceans
C
rivers
D
deserts
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What was the primary purpose of the Ten Commandments?

A
to determine legal codes for trade
B
to support the need for a prophet
C
to outline divine punishment
D
to describe God’s rules of behavior
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What is the traditional symbol of Judaism?

A
the Star of David
B
the Torah
C
Yom Kippur
D
the synagogue
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In Egyptian culture, what role did temples most likely play in everyday religious practice and community life?

A
Temples played a small role. Only religious leaders could enter temples, so people worshipped elsewhere.
B
Temples played a large role. State religion and its related practices, including visiting temples, were enforced.
C
Temples played a small role. The expectation of offerings meant that only the wealthy could actively participate in temple culture.
D
Temples played a large role. Temples were the focus of all religious worship and practice in most communities.
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Ashoka’s commitment to the happiness and welfare of all his people conflicts directly with which aspect of Indian society?

A
cultural advancement
B
the caste system
C
the practice of Hinduism
D
warfare strategies
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When King Menes united the kingdoms of Upper and Lower Egypt by establishing a succession of rulers from the same family, he founded the first Egyptian

A
religion.
B
dynasty.
C
democracy.
D
city.
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Why is Tutankhamun’s tomb, the most complete pharaoh’s tomb discovered, such a significant discovery?

A
It provides detailed insights into Tutankhamun’s many accomplishments.
B
It provides detailed insights into the pharaoh’s role in society.
C
It provides detailed insights into life and death in ancient Egypt.
D
It provides detailed insights into social stratification in ancient Egypt.
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This map shows the locations of ancient river civilizations.Which letter on the map shows the location of Mesopotamia?

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letter A
B
letter B
C
letter C
D
letter D
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What were some of the first crops to be domesticated during the Agricultural Revolution?

A
wheat and barley
B
potatoes and tomatoes
C
soybeans and corn
D
dates and figs
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Ancient Egypt was a polytheistic society. What does this mean?

A
Egyptians worshipped one god.
B
Egyptians worshipped many gods.
C
Egyptians worshipped using rituals.
D
Egyptians worshipped the pharaoh.
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What form of government was represented by Egyptian pharaohs, in that they were both political leaders and religious figures?

A
anarchy
B
democracy
C
theocracy
D
oligarchy
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Why are advancements in areas such as science considered essential in the development of a great civilization?

A
These advancements show what a civilization considers important.
B
These advancements provide a way for a civilization to overtake others.
C
These advancements show a reliance on achievement.
D
These advancements impact the global influence of civilization.
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The Middle Kingdom was brought to a close with the invasion of the Hyksos. Which aspect of their military capabilities enabled the Hyksos to conquer Egypt?

A
improved weapons, including horse-drawn chariots
B
a larger military force
C
advanced fortification techniques
D
strategic alliances
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The Mauryan emperor Ashoka began his reign as a

A
warrior, but he later embraced peace.
B
peaceful leader, but then he turned to war.
C
warrior and remained one throughout his reign.
D
peaceful leader and remained one throughout his reign.
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Who was considered Judaism’s greatest prophet?

A
Moses
B
Abraham
C
Isaac
D
Jacob
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How did cataracts in the Nile River make transportation difficult?

A
Cataracts caused parts of the riverbed to dry out.
B
Cataracts contained rocks and boulders that made the river impassable.
C
Cataracts changed the directional flow of the water.
D
Cataracts’ shallow depth and rushing water made the river impassable.
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A believer in monotheism

A
rejects prophecies.
B
worships a single god.
C
expects to be reincarnated.
D
makes a personal covenant with God.
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How did Egypt’s main crops of papyrus and cereals best contribute to the development of the civilization?

A
They were difficult to grow in this region, so they were in high demand.
B
They were crucial materials needed for creating other products.
C
They had many uses at home and could be traded for other goods.
D
They could not be stored for long periods of time, so they were very valuable.
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India’s “Golden Age” began as a direct result of

A
an increase in trade.
B
a takeover of other Asian countries.
C
a decrease in government dependence.
D
the fall of the Mauryan empire.

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