Question 1

The Ancient Romans' most significant contribution to Europe has been in the area of

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The Ancient Romans' most significant contribution to Europe is in the area of law, as their legal systems, principles, and the concept of Roman law have had a profound and lasting impact on the legal systems of many modern European countries and around the world.

Question 2

An immediate result of the fall of the Roman Empire was

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Question 3

The Ancient Athenians are credited with

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The Ancient Athenians are known for establishing one of the earliest forms of democracy, where citizens had the right to participate in decision-making processes. This system, although limited to free male citizens, laid the groundwork for modern democratic governments.

Question 4

Both the Ancient Romans and the Ancient Chinese viewed foreigners as barbarians. This is an example of

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This is an example of ethnocentrism, which is the belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture. Both the Ancient Romans and the Ancient Chinese considered their cultures superior to those of foreigners, whom they labeled as barbarians.

Question 5

A major contribution of the Roman Republic to Western European culture was the

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The Roman Republic contributed significantly to Western European culture through the concept of government by laws, which laid the foundation for the legal systems in many Western countries.

Question 6

Which ancient civilization established the basis of western democracy?

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The ancient Greeks, particularly in the city-state of Athens, established the basis of western democracy through the development of democratic institutions and practices.

Question 7

The political system of the Ancient Roman Empire was characterized by

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The Ancient Roman Empire was known for its strong central government, which was crucial in managing its vast territories and diverse populations.

Question 8

Which societal condition was basic to the development of Greek philosophy?

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Question 9

Important long-term contributions of Ancient Greek and Roman civilizations are primarily found in the area of

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Ancient Greek and Roman civilizations are most renowned for their contributions to government and law, including the development of democracy, republicanism, legal codes, and the concept of citizenship. These contributions have had a lasting impact on modern political and legal systems worldwide.

Question 10

The Ancient Greek city-state of Sparta

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Sparta was known for its military strength and society structured around warfare, training its citizens to be soldiers from a young age.

Question 11

An immediate result of the fall of the Roman Empire was

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Question 12

Which societal condition was basic to the development of Greek philosophy and Renaissance art?

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Question 13

An influence that spread from the Byzantine Empire to Early Russia was the

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The Byzantine Empire significantly influenced Early Russia through the spread of the Orthodox Christian religion, which became a cornerstone of Russian culture and society.

Question 14

The adoption of the Eastern Orthodox religion and the Cyrillic alphabet by the Russian people occurred as a result of

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Question 15

One similarity between Axum, Kush, and Nubia was that they were

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Axum, Kush, and Nubia were all early civilizations located in Africa, specifically in the region around the Nile River Valley and the Horn of Africa.

Question 16

One similarity between the decline of the Roman Empire and the fall of the Manchu Dynasty was that both initially led to

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Both the decline of the Roman Empire and the fall of the Manchu Dynasty resulted in political chaos and the decentralization of government, as power became fragmented and various regions sought autonomy or fell under the control of local leaders or foreign powers.

Question 17

A major contribution of the Roman Empire to Western society was the development of

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The Roman Empire is renowned for its development of an effective legal system, including the codification of laws and the principles of justice, which have influenced Western legal systems profoundly.

Question 18

After the fall of Rome, the eastern portion of the Roman Empire became known as the

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After the fall of Rome, the eastern portion of the Roman Empire continued for nearly a thousand more years as the Byzantine Empire, with its capital at Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul).

Question 19

Which conclusion can be drawn from a study of the early civilizations of Axium, Kush, Mali and Songhai?

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These African civilizations of Axium, Kush, Mali, and Songhai each have a long and rich history that predates their contact with Europeans, showcasing advanced societies with complex social, economic, and political structures.

Question 20

A major effect of the decline of the Roman Empire was that Western Europe

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Quiz 2: Ancient Civilizations and Their Contributions, Fall of Empires, and Cultural Developments

The Ancient Romans' most significant contribution to Europe has been in the area of

An immediate result of the fall of the Roman Empire was

The Ancient Athenians are credited with

Both the Ancient Romans and the Ancient Chinese viewed foreigners as barbarians. This is an example of

A major contribution of the Roman Republic to Western European culture was the

Which ancient civilization established the basis of western democracy?

The political system of the Ancient Roman Empire was characterized by

Which societal condition was basic to the development of Greek philosophy?

Important long-term contributions of Ancient Greek and Roman civilizations are primarily found in the area of

The Ancient Greek city-state of Sparta

An immediate result of the fall of the Roman Empire was

Which societal condition was basic to the development of Greek philosophy and Renaissance art?

An influence that spread from the Byzantine Empire to Early Russia was the

The adoption of the Eastern Orthodox religion and the Cyrillic alphabet by the Russian people occurred as a result of

One similarity between Axum, Kush, and Nubia was that they were

One similarity between the decline of the Roman Empire and the fall of the Manchu Dynasty was that both initially led to

A major contribution of the Roman Empire to Western society was the development of

After the fall of Rome, the eastern portion of the Roman Empire became known as the

Which conclusion can be drawn from a study of the early civilizations of Axium, Kush, Mali and Songhai?

A major effect of the decline of the Roman Empire was that Western Europe