History Concepts Quiz

What does it mean to domesticate an animal?

• To train an animal to perform tricks

• To tame an animal for human use

• To release an animal into the wild

• To study an animal in its natural habitat

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Which of the following best describes a surplus?

• A shortage of resources

• An excess amount of resources

• The exact amount of resources needed

• A balanced amount of resources

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How did the beginning of history change human societies?

• People started living in caves

• People began to write and record events

• People stopped using tools

• People started hunting more animals

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What is the main purpose of an economy in a civilization?

• To create art and music

• To manage resources and trade

• To build houses and roads

• To teach children

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Which of the following is an example of specialization?

• A farmer growing multiple types of crops

• A blacksmith making only tools and weapons

• A hunter gathering fruits and vegetables

• A teacher teaching all subjects

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What is a key characteristic of a civilization?

• Nomadic lifestyle

• Advanced cities and infrastructure

• Lack of social structure

• Absence of written language

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How does religion typically influence a civilization?

• It determines the climate

• It shapes cultural practices and beliefs

• It controls the economy

• It builds physical structures

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What is the role of social class in a civilization?

• To ensure everyone has the same job

• To organize people into different levels of society

• To eliminate differences among people

• To create confusion and disorder

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Why is the concept of resource important in an economy?

• Resources are unlimited

• Resources are used to produce goods and services

• Resources are not needed for trade

• Resources do not affect the economy

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What was a major effect of the agricultural revolution?

• People continued to move frequently

• People began to settle in one place

• People stopped using tools

• People started living in caves

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