UNIT 2 TEST REVIEW: Classical Civilization
30 multiple choice questions
RELIGION:
What were the contributing factors to the spread of Christianity? the work of Christian missionaries, end of the
persecution of Christians, it’s appeal to the poor
What are the similarities between Judaism, Islam and Christianity? Monotheistic and moral code of conduct
How is salvation earned in Buddhism? Giving up selfish desires
With which religion is the Eight Fold Path, Four Noble Truths and nirvana associated? Buddhism
What are the similarities between Christianity and Judaism? Monotheistic, Old Testament
INDIA:
Under which empire was there a “golden age”? Gupta
What is the main characteristic of the caste system? Lack of social mobility
CHINA:
What was the importance/impact of the Silk Road? Cultural exchange (goods and ideas) between the East (Asia) and the
Middle East
What was the concept behind the Mandate of Heaven? How China justified the replacement of ruler/ruling family for
another
GREECE:
What factors divided the Greek city-states? The Peloponnesian War, mountains, forms of government
What culture did Alexander the Great contribute to? Hellenistic
How did geography influence the way Greece was set up? The Mediterranean Sea and harbors encouraged shipping and
trade
What was Athens most lasting legacy? Model for democratic system of government
At what age did Spartan boys begin military training? 7
ROME:
In what ways did the Roman government influence modern principles? Based on written law, some officials are elected,
rights of those accused of crimes are protected until proven guilty
How did Italy’s geography influence the development of the Roman Empire? Central location contributed to their
control of the Med. Sea
What was the Eastern half of the Roman Empire names after the “fall” of the Roman Empire? Byzantine Empire
What are the characteristics of the Roman Empire political system and the similarities with the US political system?
Overall a strong central government
What was the immediate result of the “fall” of Rome? Division of the Empire into east and west
What were the names of the two groups of Roman citizens? Patricians and plebeians
How did the Greek culture influence the development of Roman Civilization? Rome absorbed many ideas of philosophy,
art and architecture
OVERALL:
What was the greatest impact from the classical era? The expansion of trade and improvements in technology
What was the cultural impact of Greece and Rome on western civilizations? Sculptures and architecture can be seen all
over the world, especially in buildings of government
What were the two civilizations that practiced a form of democracy? Rome and Greece
What are the different forms of government/definition? Oligarchy: rule by few; direct democracy: all citizens can vote;
monarchy: rule by one usually inherited like a king
What does “golden age” mean? Age of artistic and intellectual achievement
From what early civilizations did the classic civilizations draw their influence? The River Valley