Unit 2 Summative Review

Which of the following describes a major effect of the Bantu migrations?

• the spread of Islam across sub-Saharan Africa

• the diffusion of iron technology in sub-Saharan Africa

• the introduction of banana cultivation in East Africa

• the success of hunter-foraging in sub-Saharan Africa

What was polytheism in the Roman Empire primarily based upon?

• Catholic gods

• Chinese gods

• Greek gods

• Hindu gods

Which of these is an accurate description of the Gupta Empire in ancient India?

• They defeated Alexander the Great to unify all of India.

• They conquered the Maurya Empire using Chinese war techniques.

• They came to power because of the disruption caused by the Mongols

• They were known for their religious tolerance, active trade, and great wealth.

Why was the size of the Roman Empire a problem that contributed to the empire's fall?

• The size of the empire made it hard to defend.

• Many emperors were needed to rule the empire.

• Much of the empire was empty land with no population.

• Most of the empire was dry land that could not support farming.

Based on this map, which statement is TRUE of trade routes around A.D. 600?

• Most trade occurred across the Pacific Ocean.

• Northern Africa was isolated from trade with Asia.

• Trade took place over a network of land and sea routes

• Trade began in Ghana and spread down the coast of Africa.

Which statement is an accurate description of both Buddhism and Hinduism?

• Both religions taught the importance of karma in affecting a person’s fate.

• Nirvana was a major aspect of the belief system of both Buddhism and Hinduism.

• Neither religion placed importance on the individual’s efforts to seek release from rebirth

• The caste system was an outgrowth of Hinduism but also became identified with Buddhism.

Which event proved to be a crucial step in extending Christianity throughout the Mediterranean world?

• Rome's first emperor converted to Christianity.

• Jesus of Nazareth was proclaimed the Messiah.

• The rise of the Roman Empire in Europe and Asia.

• Christianity was made legal throughout the Roman Empire.

Which empire is described in the text?

• the Qin Empire

• the Han Empire

• the Gupta Empire

• the Mauryan Empire

Which of the following statements describes the Greek philosopher Plato?

• He was the founder of a famous school called the Academy

• He was the most important politician in Athens.

• He made contributions to Greek drama.

• He was an important general in the Peloponnesian War.

Which Chinese political philosophy is based upon the "five relationships," including father-son and husband-wife?

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Buddhism

• Hinduism