Historical Trade Routes and Governance

The video covers world history up to 1500, focusing on civics and economics. It discusses governance and economic systems in ancient civilizations, including hereditary rulers, law codes, and the shift from hunting to agriculture. The development of trade and specialization of labor is highlighted, along with the political systems of Greece and Rome. The Middle Ages are characterized by feudalism and emerging trade routes. The Renaissance brings economic changes and the rise of nation-states, with Machiavelli's ideas on monarchy.

What was a common feature of early civilizations in terms of governance?

• Anarchic systems

• Elected officials

• Hereditary rulers

• Democratic elections

Which of the following was a significant economic change during the Neolithic era?

• Shift from hunting to agriculture

• Rise of digital currency

• Introduction of industrialization

• Decline in trade

In ancient Greece, what type of government eventually developed in Athens?

• Direct democracy

• Monarchy

• Theocracy

• Oligarchy

What was the primary role of patricians in Roman society?

• Foreign diplomats

• Common laborers

• Military generals

• Wealthy landowners

What was the Pax Romana known for?

• The rise of the Byzantine Empire

• The fall of the Roman Empire

• A time of peace and prosperity

• A period of civil war

In the feudal system, what was a 'fief'?

• A piece of land

• A type of currency

• A military rank

• A religious title

Which trade route was known for the exchange of gold and salt?

• Maritime trade routes

• Trans-Saharan trade route

• Silk Road

• Spice Route

What was a significant outcome of the Crusades on the European economy?

• Decrease in trade

• Increased demand for Middle Eastern products

• Isolation from other regions

• Decline in banking systems

What was a key factor in the rise of Renaissance city-states?

• Strategic location on the Mediterranean

• Isolation from trade

• Decline in population

• Lack of resources

According to Machiavelli, what should a monarch do to maintain power?

• Always act morally

• Avoid making decisions

• Do whatever is necessary

• Rely solely on advisors