Sem 1 Final

Question 1

Impact of champa rice on Song China

Answer 1

Population growth, more food to go around, reliable food source

Question 2

Impact of Grand Canal on Song China

Answer 2

Connected political center in North with South area, made communication and transport of goods easier

Question 3

Impact of Chinese production of textiles and porcelain on Song China

Answer 3

Stimulated economic growth and trade. Opened up international trade and brought more income.

Question 4

Impact of Chinese Civil Service Exam on Song China

Answer 4

Provided opportunities to advance in society based off merit (though limited(

Question 5

Fundamental beliefs of confuscianism. Gender roles according to this belief system.

Answer 5

Respect for elder, filial pity, righteousness, loyalty to state, harmony. Patriarchical

Question 6

Impact China had on development of Korea, Japan, and Vietnam beginning in the seventh century

Answer 6

Chinese culture and tradition influenced and inspired Korea, Japan, and Vietnam, with aspects such as music, art, religion, and more.

Question 7

Medical, scientific, and mathematical advances in Dar-al Islam. What impact did they have on Afro-Eurasia

Answer 7

Algebra and trigonometry were advanced, there were great centers of learning, translated many texts. Lots of medical advancements, diagnosed diseases, fixed cavities, etc. Advanced Afro-Eurasia health and culture.

Question 8

Significance of the House of Wisdom in Abbasid Baghdad. What previous cultures influenced the learning there.

Answer 8

House of Wisdom represented all the knowledge of Dar-al Islam, influenced by Greece, India, and Persia.

Question 9

Contributions of Muslims living in Spain

Answer 9

Advanced architechture/society (built schools, libraries, etc.)

Question 10

Role Sufi Muslims played in spreading Islam

Answer 10

Blended Islam with local cultures and beliefs, gained more converts.

Question 11

Explain how Egypt and Ethiopia were unique in regards to religious beliefs during this era

Answer 11

They maintained strong Christian religion

Question 12

Similarities between Aztec and Incan societies

Answer 12

They both conquered other empires and states through military conquest to expand.

Question 13

Technological advancements in Maya

Answer 13

Stone tools, calendar, language

Question 14

Technological advancements in Aztec (Mexica)

Answer 14

Farming techniques

Question 15

Technological advancements in Inca

Answer 15

Royal road, advanced irrigation

Question 16

Compare and contrast political systems in China and Europe in time period of 1000-1300 CE

Answer 16

China=single monarchy
Europe= several monarchies

Question 17

How did the Mongol domination of the silk road impact trade

Answer 17

Boosted trade, they improved roads and banished bandits

Question 18

Describe how monsoon winds impacted trade in the Indian ocean

Answer 18

Advanced knowledge of winds allowed for efficient trade and the trade work was ultimately expanded

Question 19

Significance of Malian ruler mansa Musa’s pilgramage to Mecca. What goods were often traded by the Mali Empire?

Answer 19

Represented expansion of Islam. Most important goods were gold and salt

Question 20

Describe Chinese trade in the Indian Ocean during the 15th century

Answer 20

They were involved and exported things like silk and porcelain

Question 21

Evaluate the impact of Zheng He’s expeditions in the early 1400s

Answer 21

Extended China’s trade, connected China with many countries and established many diplomatic relations

Question 22

What characteristics can be attributed to Middle Eastern trade in the era of 1000-1450 CE

Answer 22

Regular trade with China, India, and Sub-Saharan Africa

Question 23

What adverse effects were experienced by Eurasia as a result of Mongol expansion

Answer 23

Facilitated the spread of bubonic plague

Question 24

Describe the social, economic, and political impacts of the Bubonic Plague on Europe.

Answer 24

Lead to the fall of the feudal system, populations declined, caused more urbanization

Question 25

Describe the similarities between the ottoman, Mughal, and Safavid empires

Answer 25

All were gunpowder empires with good armies

Question 26

Explain how the Ottoman Empire was able to expand during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries.

Answer 26

Military expansion with a strong army, use of firearms/advanced war technology at the time.

Question 27

Describe the continuities between the Ming and Qing Dynasties in China

Answer 27

Civil service exam

Question 28

Describe the social hierarchy in feudal japan

Answer 28

Emporer at top (except shogun holds real power), samurais work for Daimyos, essentially a feudal system

Question 29

How did the protestant reformation change Western Europe? name three key figures in the movement.

Answer 29

Protestant reformation acted as a unifying force in Western Europe John Wycliffe- priests not necessary for salvation Martin Luther- 95 thesis, indulgences=bad John Calvin- broke with catholic church to make Calvinism

Question 30

Describe inventions that aided European travel and exploration in the fifteenth century.

Answer 30

Lateen sails, astrolabe, compasss

Question 31

Evaluate the impact of the Columbian Exchange on the Western hemisphere

Answer 31

Native population decrease, lots of slavery, more settlements, syncretic religion, new animals

Question 32

Evaluate the impact of the Columbian Exchange on the Eastern hemisphere

Answer 32

Money, more food and luxury products, economy growth, increased trade

Question 33

Explain how mercantilism impacted colonized nations

Answer 33

Put restrictions on colonial growth

Question 34

Describe the Encomienda and Casta systems

Answer 34

Encomienda- Spanish settlers/adventurers/conquerors were granted labourers by the crown Casta- determination of social statues based on lineage

Question 35

What were the motivations for French and English exploration of North America?

Answer 35

Northwest passage, passage that would connect Europe and Asia/ provide shorter trading route between Europe and Asia

Question 36

How did the spread of Christianity impact or influence cultures in North America?

Answer 36

Created many syncretic religions and cultures. Could be oppressive

Question 37

Why did some Africans support the Atlantic Slave trade?

Answer 37

There was a demand for weapons among African elite

Question 38

Provide two examples of how various groups challenged colonial rule.

Answer 38

Pueblo revolts, Haitain revolutions

Question 39

Example of syncretism

Answer 39

Santeria