Question 1

Egyptian expeditions such as Queen Hatshepsut's mission to Punt reveal all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Despite the phenomenal wealth enjoyed by the people of Punt, they could not produce food in quantities large enough to export it to others.
B) Egyptian society produced such an abundance of grain that its Pharaoh could use it to purchase rare and expensive luxuries from other regions.
C) Egyptian naval technology was so immature that it required five vessels to transport a few incense trees back to Egypt.
D) Queen Hatshepsut ruled effectively as a Pharaoh aware of Egypt's power and position in relation to its neighbors.

Accepted Answer

The passage mentions that it took five vessels to transport a few incense trees back to Egypt, suggesting that Egyptian naval technology was not yet advanced. However, the passage does not make any statement about the wealth or agricultural capabilities of Punt, or Hatshepsut's ability to rule effectively as Pharaoh.

Question 2

In terms of climate and ecology,the Yellow River can be characterized as
A) mild in climate and unpredictable in its flooding.
B) harsh in climate and predictable in its flooding.
C) mild in climate and predictable in its flooding.
D) harsh in climate and unpredictable in its flooding.

Accepted Answer

The Yellow River, also known as the Huang He, is known for its harsh climate conditions, particularly in the areas it flows through in northern China. Additionally, the river is notorious for its unpredictable flooding, which has caused numerous disasters throughout history.

Question 3

Mesopotamian ziggurats are best characterized as
A) pyramids.
B) circular structures.
C) surrounded by columns supporting a roof.
D) terraced mounds.

Accepted Answer

Mesopotamian ziggurats are best characterized as terraced mounds, as they were large structures made of mud bricks with several levels or terraces, each smaller than the one below it. These terraces were often decorated with colorful glazed bricks and served as platforms for religious ceremonies, with a temple at the top dedicated to a particular god or goddess.

Question 4

The earliest evidence for the domestication of the horse comes from
A) Rudna Glava, Serbia.
B) Varna, Bulgaria.
C) Malta.
D) Sredny Stog, Ukraine.

Accepted Answer

The earliest evidence for the domestication of the horse comes from Sredny Stog, Ukraine, where horse remains have been found in burial sites dating back to around 4000 BCE. The other locations mentioned (Rudna Glava, Serbia; Varna, Bulgaria; Malta) do not have evidence specifically related to the domestication of horses.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT commonly found as archaeological evidence for early civilizations?
A) monumental architecture
B) writing
C) mining of precious metals
D) grave goods

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

A characteristic of early Chinese cities was
A) the building of temples only in the center of the city.
B) the building of larger houses for the ruler.
C) that the ruler's house was about the same as other houses.
D) the lack of marketplaces for the exchange of goods.

Accepted Answer

Early Chinese cities often featured larger houses for the ruler, distinguishing their residences significantly from those of the common people. This reflects the hierarchical nature of society and the importance of the ruler within the city's social and political structure.

Question 7

A key change brought on by the introduction of agriculture is
A) the development of leaders in a community.
B) the development of religion.
C) the development of technology.
D) the development of greater social and economic differences.

Accepted Answer

The development of agriculture allowed for the creation of surplus food, which in turn led to some individuals being able to specialize in tasks outside of farming such as governing or trade, resulting in greater social and economic differences.

Question 8

In ancient Egyptian depictions of the weighing of the souls of the dead,the human soul is weighed against
A) a lump of gold.
B) a feather.
C) the soul of a good man.
D) a loaf of bread.

Accepted Answer

In ancient Egyptian depictions of the weighing of the souls of the dead, the human soul is weighed against a feather. This feather was the symbol of Ma'at, the goddess of truth, order, and justice. If the soul was heavier than the feather, it was considered impure and would be devoured by the monster Ammit. But if the soul was lighter than the feather, it was considered pure and would go on to the afterlife.

Question 9

The traditional Great River Valley civilizations were located in
A) Egypt, China, Central America, and Iraq.
B) Egypt, Central America, Europe, and China.
C) Egypt, Mesopotamia, China, and Pakistan.
D) Egypt, Pakistan, Europe, and China.

Accepted Answer

The traditional Great River Valley civilizations include Egypt (Nile River), Mesopotamia (Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, in modern-day Iraq), China (Yellow River), and the Indus Valley civilization (in modern-day Pakistan).

Question 10

A civilization is defined as a society that
A) is superior to all others.
B) seeks to dominate its neighbors.
C) seeks to remodel nature to suit human purposes.
D) possesses a complex government and a written language.

Accepted Answer

A civilization is defined as a society that seeks to remodel nature to suit human purposes.

Question 11

The earliest cities in Mesopotamia arose about
A) 4000 B.C.E.
B) 3000 B.C.E.
C) 2500 B.C.E.
D) 2000 B.C.E.

Accepted Answer

The earliest cities in Mesopotamia arose around 3000 B.C.E. This period is known as the Early Bronze Age, and it saw the emergence of several city-states in the region, including Uruk, Ur, and Nippur. These cities featured impressive architecture, including ziggurats, temples, and palaces, and facilitated the growth of agriculture, trade, and social complexity.

Question 12

The earliest large states appeared in Central America around
A) 6,000 years ago.
B) 5,000 years ago.
C) 4,000 years ago.
D) 3,000 years ago.

Accepted Answer

The earliest known large states in Central America, such as the Olmec and Zapotec civilizations, emerged around 4,000 years ago. While civilization in the region dates back even earlier, it wasn't until this time period that complex societies and large states with centralized political power began to develop.

Question 13

Most surviving art from the Harappan civilization is preserved on
A) wall paintings.
B) seals.
C) papyrus rolls.
D) mosaics.

Accepted Answer

Most surviving art from the Harappan civilization is preserved on seals, which are small stone or clay objects engraved with images of animals, humans, and geometric patterns. These seals were likely used for trade and administrative purposes.

Question 14

When we say that people in early agricultural societies tended to be linked "vertically" rather than "horizontally," we mean that
A) they were organized in groups linked by some form of common allegiance.
B) they were organized in groups ranked with one above the other.
C) they were organized in groups linked by their class in society.
D) they were organized in groups ranked according to political and economic power.

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

What environmental features were shared by the early river valley civilizations?
A) warm and dry climate, dry soils, seasonal flooding, and irrigation
B) cool and wet climate, dry soils, seasonal flooding, and irrigation
C) warm and dry climate, wet soils, seasonal flooding, and irrigation
D) warm and wet climate, wet soils, seasonal flooding, and irrigation

Accepted Answer

Early river valley civilizations, such as those in Mesopotamia, Egypt, the Indus Valley, and China, typically shared a warm and dry climate. These areas had dry soils that benefited from the nutrients deposited by seasonal flooding, making irrigation a necessary and common practice for agriculture.

Question 16

In the Indus Valley,cities
A) were large, but few in number.
B) were many in number and had similar layouts.
C) were many, but had very different layouts.
D) were few in number and were built on grid plans.

Accepted Answer

Archaeological evidence suggests that there were many cities in the Indus Valley civilization and they had similar layouts, with grid patterns and standardized brick sizes.

Question 17

Which of the following is not a shared characteristic of all of the early river valley civilizations?
A) participation by citizens in decision-making
B) sacred kingship
C) social hierarchies
D) inhabitants at the disposal of the state

Accepted Answer

Not all early river valley civilizations had participation by citizens in decision-making. For example, Ancient Egypt was ruled by pharaohs who had absolute power and made decisions on their own, without input from the citizens.

Question 18

In most river civilizations,one area of production that women tended to dominate was
A) pottery.
B) agriculture.
C) making textiles.
D) painted decoration.

Accepted Answer

Making textiles. Women in river civilizations often took charge of textile production, including spinning, weaving, and dyeing. This was because domestic tasks and child-rearing allowed them greater access to the necessary resources and time.

Question 19

The Nile River provides Egypt with its rich agriculture by
A) limiting upstream boat traffic.
B) never flooding.
C) providing easy transport for crops.
D) flooding its banks.

Accepted Answer

The Nile River floods its banks annually, depositing nutrient-rich silt on the surrounding land. This flooding allows for the cultivation of crops and provides Egypt with its rich agriculture. Option A is incorrect because upstream boat traffic has no relation to agriculture. Option B is incorrect because the Nile River does flood. Option C is partially correct, as the Nile River does provide easy transport for crops, but this is not the main reason for Egypt's rich agriculture.

Question 20

The ancient Egyptians regarded their kings as
A) divine, but not gods.
B) powerful rulers, but not divine.
C) strong rulers only in times of crisis or war.
D) living gods.

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 3: The Great River Valleys: Accelerating Change and Developing States

Egyptian expeditions such as Queen Hatshepsut's mission to Punt reveal all of the following EXCEPT:

In terms of climate and ecology,the Yellow River can be characterized as

Mesopotamian ziggurats are best characterized as

The earliest evidence for the domestication of the horse comes from

Which of the following is NOT commonly found as archaeological evidence for early civilizations?

A characteristic of early Chinese cities was

A key change brought on by the introduction of agriculture is

In ancient Egyptian depictions of the weighing of the souls of the dead,the human soul is weighed against

The traditional Great River Valley civilizations were located in

A civilization is defined as a society that

The earliest cities in Mesopotamia arose about

The earliest large states appeared in Central America around

Most surviving art from the Harappan civilization is preserved on

When we say that people in early agricultural societies tended to be linked "vertically" rather than "horizontally," we mean that

What environmental features were shared by the early river valley civilizations?

In the Indus Valley,cities

Which of the following is not a shared characteristic of all of the early river valley civilizations?

In most river civilizations,one area of production that women tended to dominate was

The Nile River provides Egypt with its rich agriculture by

The ancient Egyptians regarded their kings as