Classical Eastern Civilizations - Selected Response

Which of the following is a belief shared by Buddhists?

• There is only one God.

• Selfish desires are the main cause of human suffering.

• Wealth is usually a sign of divine favor.

• People should only associate with others of the same caste.

What was the primary purpose for the construction of the Great Wall of China shown in the photograph to the right?

• to keep out invading tribes

• to prevent subjects from escaping

• to stop the smuggling of goods

• to allow the peaceful enjoyment of nature

The map shows the location of the four earliest known civilizations. What conclusion can be drawn from their locations?

• They were located near major coal and iron resources.

• They were located along river valleys with fertile soil.

• They were located on the same landmass because communication was easier.

• They were located in elevated areas where summers were cooler.

Refer to the map titled 'Hinduism and Buddhism: 500 B.C.–600 A.D.' showing the spread of Buddhism and Hindu influence across Asia. What was one effect of the developments shown on this map?

• Buddhism spread westwards as far as the Middle East.

• Buddhism spread from Northern India as far as Java and Japan.

• Buddhism had little influence outside of Hindu areas.

• Hinduism followed the Buddhist religion to Japan.

Which group of religions is monotheistic?

• Hinduism, Islam, and Sikhism

• Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

• Hinduism, Confucianism, and Buddhism

• Judaism, Buddhism, and Christianity

The pharaoh of ancient Egypt was both a religious leader and a political leader. What kind of government would Egypt have had?

• democracy

• theocracy

• dictatorship

• republic

Which religion first developed these rules of conduct?

• Confucianism

• Judaism

• Christianity

• Islam

-Silk -Water Wheels -Papermaking
What would be the best title for the list above?

• Egyptian Contribution to Human Development

• Accomplishments of the Islamic Caliphates

• Innovations of Mesopotamian Civilizations

• Inventions Originating from China

What is a major characteristic of theocratic government? (Theocracy)

• the existence of many political parties

• a government under the control of religious leaders

• a written constitution based on the rule of law

• direct elections for governmental decisions

One way in which Confucian teachings, the Ten Commandments, and the Eightfold Path in Buddhism are all similar was that they...

• Promoted Polytheism

• Established equality between men and women

• Provided codes for moral behavior

• Affirmed belief in one god