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AP WORLD HISTORY AMSCO PROLOGUE
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Which statement accurately compares the beliefs of the classical Greeks and the Mayans? - ANSWER- The Greeks believed that gods often behaved like humans, but the Mayans believed that gods acted quite differently from humans.
The shape of the dome of Hagia Sophia best reflects which of the following historical processes in world history? - ANSWER- technological and cultural diffusion
The most important reason Emperor Justinian might have commissioned be building of the Hagia Sophia was to - ANSWER- solidify his power and show his commitment to Christianity
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Which statement best describes a trend symbolized by the building of the Hagia Sophia pictured above? - ANSWER- Roman architectural styles had spread throughout the region.
Which statement is best supported by the information in the table above? - ANSWER- to soldiers usually accounted for more than half of the empire's budget.
Which statement is most consistent with the evidence in the table'? - ANSWER- The Byzantine government spent heavily on military actions.
The codification of law (Corpus Iuris Civilis) credited to Justinian and referred to above in the first passage was most influenced by the - ANSWER- Law of the Twelve Tables
Why would capturing Jerusalem be a key accomplishment for this leader? - ANSWER- The city had important religious significance to Islam as well as Christianity and Judaism.
The primary reason the Muslim population in Spain grew between the time of Muhammad and the time the Alhambra was built (c. 900) was that - ANSWER- Arab and Moorish armies had conquered Spain militarily
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Which statement provides the best reason for Europeans to travel to Spain, to learn at universities established by Arabs? - ANSWER- Europeans wanted to learn about classical Greek science and culture and new Arab discoveries in astronomy, mathematics, and medicine.
The similarity in the mosques located in different areas of the Islamic world mainly results from - ANSWER- spiritual and cultural unification of diverse people and cultures under Islam, or Dar al-Islam
Large and ornate mosques were built in areas conquered by the Islamic caliphs as a way t - ANSWER- symbolize the spiritual power and majesty of Islam
Great Zimbabwe represents an achievement because it was built
- ANSWER- without mortar
What trend among cities around the world of that era is reflected in this image? - ANSWER- Cities relied on walls for protection against attackers.
One factor that contributed to the declines of both Great Zimbabwe and of the Mayans was - ANSWER- environmental damage 3 / 4
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This map shows that the migration of Bantu speakers extended from the "Bantu Cradle" to - ANSWER- the southern tip of Africa
One important reason that Bantu speakers were successful in spreading their culture was that they - ANSWER- used iron technology, which gave them advantages over other cultures
How were the religious practices of Bantu speakers similar to those of a later faith that would spread in Africa? - ANSWER- They spread a form of monotheism, as did Muslims.
Which was the most important impact of the improvements in saddles in assisting the spread of Islam to Sub-Saharan Africa? - ANSWER- They contributed to increased Trans-Saharan trade.
The information on camel saddles is an example of how - ANSWER- people adapted technology based on their needs
"One alderman shall be appointed for each ward in the capital, and one chief alderman for four wards. The latter shall be responsible for maintaining the household registers and investigating criminal matters. The chief alderman shall be chosen from those men belonging to the wards, of unblemished
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