7th SS Benchmark 2

This is an excerpt from the Confucian text “The Classic of Filiality” by Xiaojing that became popular during the Song Dynasty. To establish oneself in the world and practice the Way; to uphold one’s good name for posterity and give glory to one’s father and mother—this is the completion of filial duty. Thus filiality begins with service to parents, continues in service to the ruler, and ends with establishing oneself in the world [and becoming an ideal person]. Based on this excerpt, what role did Confucianism play in the culture of the Song Dynasty?

• It promoted isolationism.

• It promoted individualism and selfishness.

• It created systems of taxation on trade.

• It created social rules that made a stable society.

This is a quote by Mehmed II the Conqueror. By the help and grace of God…we have reached our goal. We conquered Constantinople, city of prosperity and wealth, and seat of the Roman Empire, which had been the desire of Muslims for ages. Based on this quote, how did Mehmed II the Conqueror increase Muslim influence?

• He expanded the borders of the Ottoman Empire.

• He enforced isolationist policies within the Ottoman Empire.

• He banned all trade throughout the Ottoman Empire.

• He adopted European customs and laws within the Ottoman Empire.

This is an excerpt from the Constitution of Prince Shotoku. How is the influence of Chinese culture on Japan reflected in this excerpt?

• A drive to eliminate social classes became part of Japanese culture after being exposed to Hinduism.

• Respect for one’s elders and superiors became part of Japanese culture after being exposed to Confucianism.

• Respect for nature and the pattern of seasons became part of Japanese culture after being exposed to Shintoism.

• A drive to eliminate all suffering became part of Japanese culture after being exposed to Buddhism.

This chart describes a period of Asian history. Which era of Asian history completes this chart?

• Heian period

• Mongol period

• Song Dynasty

• Yuan Dynasty

Based on this drawing, the Song Dynasty made advancements in which fields? Select two that apply.

• agriculture

• mathematics

• medicine

• technology

• warfare

This chart shows the causes of one event in Chinese history. Which historical event completes this chart?

• development of isolationist policies

• implementation of filial piety

• reconstruction of the Great Wall

• voyages of Zheng He

Why did a military society develop in Japan during the late 12th century?

• The spread of Confucianism increased support for education and social order.

• The adoption of Christianity by the ruling elite increased trade and cultural exchange.

• The breakdown of central government led to the rise of powerful regional lords known as daimyo.

• The influence of Chinese military advisors caused the development of new tactics and strategies for warfare.

This chart shows the impact of several civilizations. Which impact best completes this chart?

• spread Judaism into West Africa

• unified the civilizations of Southwest Asia and West Africa

• created centers of learning and culture in West Africa

• blocked cultural exchanges in West Africa

This chart lists several commodities commonly exchanged on the Trans-Saharan caravan trade during the 1400s. Which commodity best completes this chart?

• porcelain

• salt

• tar

• wool

This chart lists several characteristics of Islam. Which characteristic best completes this chart?

• belief in a pantheon of gods

• belief in reincarnation

• belief in many powerful nature spirits

• belief in one singular god