Question 1

The best mariners of the ancient world were the

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A) Minoans. 
B) Phoenicians. 
C) Jews. 
D) Carthaginians. 
E) Vikings. 
A) Minoans. 
B) Phoenicians. 
C) Jews. 
D) Carthaginians. 
E) Vikings. B

Question 2

Describe a typical Greek religious ritual of blood sacrifice.

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A typical Greek religious ritual of blood sacrifice would involve the offering of an animal, usually a sheep, goat, or pig, to the gods. The animal would be selected based on specific criteria, such as physical perfection and purity. The ritual would take place at an altar, where the animal would be presented and then slaughtered by a priest. The blood of the animal would then be collected and sprinkled on the altar as a way to communicate with the gods and seek their favor. The meat of the animal would be cooked and shared among the participants as a communal meal, symbolizing the bond between the worshippers and the divine. This practice was an integral part of ancient Greek religious ceremonies and was believed to ensure the gods' blessings and protection.

Question 3

Identification
-Achilles

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Who? Achilles is a central character in Greek mythology, renowned for his strength and martial prowess. He is a legendary Greek hero and the principal character in Homer's epic poem, "The Iliad."

What? Achilles is best known for his role in the Trojan War, particularly for his combat skills, his invulnerability except for his heel, and his dramatic confrontation with Hector. He is also famous for the story of his heel, which was his only vulnerable spot, leading to the term "Achilles' heel" to describe a person's principal weakness.

Where? Achilles is associated with the ancient city of Phthia in Thessaly, where he was born, and with the city of Troy, where he fought and died during the Trojan War.

When? The stories of Achilles are set during the mythical period of the Trojan War, which is believed to have taken place around the 12th or 13th century BCE. The tales of Achilles have been told and retold for millennia, with "The Iliad" being composed around the 8th century BCE.

Why Important? Achilles is an important figure in Greek mythology and literature because he embodies the Greek heroic ideal of arete (excellence or virtue), and his story raises profound questions about fate, honor, and the human condition. His tale is a central theme of "The Iliad," which is one of the most important works of ancient Greek literature and has had a lasting influence on Western culture. The character of Achilles has been the subject of numerous literary and artistic works throughout history, and his story continues to be a reference point for discussions on heroism, mortality, and the consequences of rage.

Question 4

"Karma" is

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A) the eternal soul that fills the whole universe. 
B) the universal law that determines what we are and what we shall be based on our deeds. 
C) the cycle of unceasing birth and rebirth. 
D) the same as nirvana. 
E) none of these choices 
A) the eternal soul that fills the whole universe. 
B) the universal law that determines what we are and what we shall be based on our deeds. 
C) the cycle of unceasing birth and rebirth. 
D) the same as nirvana. 
E) none of these choices

Question 5

Describe the conditions of life for citizen women in classical Athens.

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Citizen women in classical Athens had li

Question 6

Buddha was born around

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A) 1566 B.C.E. 
B) 566 B.C.E. 
C) 66 B.C.E. 
D) 566 C.E. 
E) 1566 C.E. 
A) 1566 B.C.E. 
B) 566 B.C.E. 
C) 66 B.C.E. 
D) 566 C.E. 
E) 1566 C.E.

Question 7

Identification
-Hellespont

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The Hellespont, also known as the Dardan

Question 8

The stories told about Lao Tzu claim that he

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A) was an elder contemporary of Confucius. 
B) once worked as an archivist in the royal Chou court. 
C) converted the Buddha to Taoism. 
D) all of these choices 
E) none of these choices 
A) was an elder contemporary of Confucius. 
B) once worked as an archivist in the royal Chou court. 
C) converted the Buddha to Taoism. 
D) all of these choices 
E) none of these choices

Question 9

Which of these statements about the first Athenian law code is false?

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A)  It was set down c. 621 B.C.E. 
B)  It was authored by Draco. 
C)  It was very harsh. 
D)  It did not distinguish between murder and manslaughter. 
E)  none of these choices 
A)  It was set down c. 621 B.C.E. 
B)  It was authored by Draco. 
C)  It was very harsh. 
D)  It did not distinguish between murder and manslaughter. 
E)  none of these choices

Question 10

The term arete refers to

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A) the aristocratic ideal of moral and physical excellence. 
B) the hospitality shown to all strangers. 
C) the moral flaw in heroes of Greek tragedy. 
D) belief in many deities. 
E) none of these choices 
A) the aristocratic ideal of moral and physical excellence. 
B) the hospitality shown to all strangers. 
C) the moral flaw in heroes of Greek tragedy. 
D) belief in many deities. 
E) none of these choices

Question 11

The "First Temple" period ended with the

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A) destruction of Jericho in 1200 B.C.E. 
B) destruction of Jerusalem in 586 B.C.E. 
C) migration of Moses to Egypt. 
D) accession of King Solomon to the throne. 
E) none of these choices 
A) destruction of Jericho in 1200 B.C.E. 
B) destruction of Jerusalem in 586 B.C.E. 
C) migration of Moses to Egypt. 
D) accession of King Solomon to the throne. 
E) none of these choices

Question 12

Identification
-Han Fei

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Han Fei, also known as Han Feizi, was an

Question 13

"Tin Islands"

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The "Tin Islands" is a term that refers

Question 14

All the classic philosophies that molded Chinese civilization had their beginnings in the period

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A) 1600-1300 B.C.E. 
B) 1300-600 B.C.E. 
C) 600-300 B.C.E. 
D) 300 B.C.E.-300 C.E. 
E) 300-600 C.E. 
A) 1600-1300 B.C.E. 
B) 1300-600 B.C.E. 
C) 600-300 B.C.E. 
D) 300 B.C.E.-300 C.E. 
E) 300-600 C.E.

Question 15

Which of the following destinations was not reached by ancient Phoenician sailors?

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A) north Africa 
B) Spain 
C) Britain 
D) Cyprus 
E) none of these choices 
A) north Africa 
B) Spain 
C) Britain 
D) Cyprus 
E) none of these choices

Question 16

Phoenicians

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The Phoenicians were an ancient Semitic-

Question 17

Which statement about Confucius's early life is false?

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A) He was born in 551 B.C.E. 
B) His father died when Confucius was three years old. 
C) His hobbies were archery and music. 
D) His family was of the highest aristocratic level. 
E) none of these choices 
A) He was born in 551 B.C.E. 
B) His father died when Confucius was three years old. 
C) His hobbies were archery and music. 
D) His family was of the highest aristocratic level. 
E) none of these choices

Question 18

Which of the following statements about life in China under the first Ch'in emperor is false?

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A) Many died to build his walls, canals, palaces, and tomb 
B) Exorbitant taxes were levied to support his building projects 
C) The government prohibited all intellectual discussions 
D) Four hundred and sixty Confucian scholars were arrested and executed. 
E) All books on agriculture, medicine, and divination were confiscated and burned. 
A) Many died to build his walls, canals, palaces, and tomb 
B) Exorbitant taxes were levied to support his building projects 
C) The government prohibited all intellectual discussions 
D) Four hundred and sixty Confucian scholars were arrested and executed. 
E) All books on agriculture, medicine, and divination were confiscated and burned.

Question 19

Which statement is true?

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A) Theravada Buddhism is more optimistic than Mahayana. 
B) Mahayana Buddhism is more socially oriented than Theravada. 
C) Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism agree on the existence of bodhisattvas. 
D) Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism agree that nirvana is a land of joy for the blessed. 
E) none of these choices 
A) Theravada Buddhism is more optimistic than Mahayana. 
B) Mahayana Buddhism is more socially oriented than Theravada. 
C) Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism agree on the existence of bodhisattvas. 
D) Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism agree that nirvana is a land of joy for the blessed. 
E) none of these choices

Question 20

David

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David is a common given name of Hebrew o

The best mariners of the ancient world were the

Describe a typical Greek religious ritual of blood sacrifice.

Identification -Achilles

"Karma" is

Describe the conditions of life for citizen women in classical Athens.

Buddha was born around

Identification -Hellespont

The stories told about Lao Tzu claim that he

Which of these statements about the first Athenian law code is false?

The term arete refers to

The "First Temple" period ended with the

Identification -Han Fei

"Tin Islands"

All the classic philosophies that molded Chinese civilization had their beginnings in the period

Which of the following destinations was not reached by ancient Phoenician sailors?

Phoenicians

Which statement about Confucius's early life is false?

Which of the following statements about life in China under the first Ch'in emperor is false?

Which statement is true?

David

Early Civilization in West Africa, the Aegean, and the Western Hemisphere

The Early Civilizations of South and East Asia

The Age of Great Empires

Disruption and Renewal in West Asia and Europe

Disruption and Renewal in South and East Asia

Developing Civilizations

Three Continents: Conflict and Commerce

Emerging Global Interrelations

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Exam 3: The Flowering of Great Faiths and Philosophies

The best mariners of the ancient world were the

Describe a typical Greek religious ritual of blood sacrifice.

Identification -Achilles

"Karma" is

Describe the conditions of life for citizen women in classical Athens.

Buddha was born around

Identification -Hellespont

The stories told about Lao Tzu claim that he

Which of these statements about the first Athenian law code is false?

The term arete refers to

The "First Temple" period ended with the

Identification -Han Fei

"Tin Islands"

All the classic philosophies that molded Chinese civilization had their beginnings in the period

Which of the following destinations was not reached by ancient Phoenician sailors?

Phoenicians

Which statement about Confucius's early life is false?

Which of the following statements about life in China under the first Ch'in emperor is false?

Which statement is true?

David

Early Civilization in West Africa, the Aegean, and the Western Hemisphere

The Early Civilizations of South and East Asia

The Age of Great Empires

Disruption and Renewal in West Asia and Europe

Disruption and Renewal in South and East Asia

Developing Civilizations

Three Continents: Conflict and Commerce

Emerging Global Interrelations

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