Unit 5 Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

Who was the leader of the Akkadian Empire?

Back

Sargon of Akkad

Front

Which term refers to the ruler of ancient Egypt?

Back

Pharaoh

Front

What is a dynasty?

Back

A series of rulers from the same family

Front

Which of the following is a major world religion that originated in the Middle East? Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Shinto

Back

Christianity

Front

Who was Alexander the Great's father?

Back

Phillip II

Front

Which period in Chinese history is known for its division into several competing states?

Back

The Warring States Period

Front

Who was the first emperor of a unified China?

Back

Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi

Front

What is Legalism?

Back

A philosophy that emphasizes strict laws and harsh punishments

Front

Which of the following is a characteristic of the Hellenistic period?
The rise of the Roman Empire,
The spread of Greek culture across the Middle East and Asia,
The construction of the Great Wall of China,
The invention of the printing press

Back

The spread of Greek culture across the Middle East and Asia

Front

Which religion is known for its belief in reincarnation and karma?

Back

Hinduism