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Chapter 15 TEST Flashcards

Reviewing for the chapter 15 test

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What is the definition of Monotheism?

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The belief in only one god.

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What is the definition of diaspora?

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The spread of Jewish religion and people throughout the world.

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What is the difference between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?

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Judaism, Christianity, and Islam all believe in one god, but they have different beliefs about prophets and religious texts. Each faith has its unique teachings and traditions that guide its followers.

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What are the similarities between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?

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They all began in Southwest Asia. All three religions are monotheistic, meaning that they worship one god. And they all believe in the same god. They all have different holy texts and holy cities.

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What city is sacred to Judaism, Christianity, AND Islam?

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Jerusalem

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Who was Abraham?

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The first Hebrew patriarch is revered in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

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Who was Muhammad?

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The major figure in Islam.

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Who was King Hammurabi? What was he known for?

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King Hammurabi was a Babylonian king who created one of the first codes of laws that provided harsh punishments for certain crimes.

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What is the written language of the Sumerians and Babylonians?

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Cuneiform

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Who were the Ottomans? What did they do? What were they known for? Where did they originate?

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Turks who took over the Byzantine Empire.
The ottomans were a powerful empire that originated in what is now modern-day Turkey. They were known for their military strength, architectural achievements, and their significant influence in the Middle East and Europe. The empire lasted for over 600 years and had a major impact on the history and culture of the region.

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What religions were followed in the Ottoman Empire?

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Islam and Muslim

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Who invented the first wheeled vehicles?

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The Sumerians.

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Who were the Ottomans?

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Turks who took over the Byzantine Empire.

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What allowed Mesopotamia to become an advanced civilization?

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Its location between the Tigris and the Euphrates rivers.

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Which group promoted religious tolerance?

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The Ottomans

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What is Cuneiform?

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The writing system of the Sumerians and Babylonians.

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What is a messiah?

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A religious figure who is considered a savior.

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Who were the Sultans?

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The leaders of the Ottoman Empire.

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What is the definition of arid?

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hot day time temperatures, very little rain

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What are the two most important rivers in Mesopotamia?

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The Tigris and the Euphrates.

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What industry is the most important in the Arabian Peninsula?

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Petroleum

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What are the achievements of the Sumerians?

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Cuneiform and the first wheeled vehicles.

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How did Judaism spread?

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The diaspora, the Jewish people migrated around the world and spread their religion.

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How did Christianity spread?

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European colonization of countries in South America, North America, Africa, etc.

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How did Islam spread?

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Muslim traders and travelers spread the word of Islam on their travels.

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What country did the Ottoman Empire start and end in?

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Turkey

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Except for the Nile River Valley, what does Egypt consist of?

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Desert

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What are the two new kingdom pharaohs?

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Hatshepsut and Ramses II.

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Which Egyptian Pharaoh expanded the Egyptian empire through conquest?

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Ramses II

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During which Kingdom was Egypt at the height of its power?

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New Kingdom 1550 - 1077 BCE

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What was the purpose of pyramids?

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  1. To create individual burial sites for kings/ pharaohs.
  2. For the king/ pharaoh to demonstrate their power.
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Who and why did people move to the Anatolian plateau?

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Traders and travelers from Ancient Greece.

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During which time period did Egyptians start to build pyramids?

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The early dynastic period.

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What best describes the climate of the Middle East?

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Hot and dry.

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Which religion was spread by European colonization?

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Christianity

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Who was King Tut?

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King Tut was an Egyptian Pharaoh who ruled from, 1332-1323 BC during the New Kingdom period. He was largely unknown to the modern world until 1922, when his tomb was discovered by British archaeologist, Howard Carter. The discovery of his tomb received worldwide press coverage.

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What was King Tut’s life like?

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King Tut became a pharaoh at the age of 9. He had powerful advisors who ruled for him until he became older. He had a bone disease in his left foot. (He used a cane because of this.) He suffered from genetic orders caused by his parents being relatives. There are questions on how he died, but he probably died violently.

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How long was King Tut’s tomb sealed off for?

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King Tut’s tomb was sealed off for 3,500 years.

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What was the importance of King Tut’s tomb?

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The tomb was discovered by the British archaeologist, Howard Carter. King Tut’s tomb is the most intact ancient Egyptian tomb ever discovered. Over 5,000 were discovered inside the tomb.

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What were the items inside of King Tut’s tomb?

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Items inside of Tut’s tomb includes, A solid gold coffin, Thrones, Trumpets, Food, and wine, Sandals, Canes, A gold chariot, King Tut’s favorite knife, made from a meteorite.

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What are some information about King Tut himself?

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King Tut was buried in 3 different coffins. He was also mummified.

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What are some information about King Tut’s Curse?

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Rumors of the “Curse of the pharaoh” Claims that people who were present when the tomb was discovered died soon after, under mysterious circumstances. Of the 58 people present, 8 died within 12 years of the discovery. Some people also believe that Howard Carter may have created the curse so people will distance them self away from the tomb.

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