Unit 2 (ap World) Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is the time period covered in Unit 2 of AP World History?
300 CE to 600 CE
True or False: The Silk Roads primarily facilitated trade in luxury goods.
True
Fill in the blank: The spread of Buddhism along trade routes was facilitated by _______.
merchants
Which empire is known for its extensive road system and communication networks?
The Roman Empire
What was the primary religion that spread through the Arabian Peninsula during this period?
Islam
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a key feature of the Byzantine Empire?
Strong central authority and preservation of Roman law
What major trade network connected China with the Mediterranean?
The Silk Road
True or False: The Indian Ocean trade network was less significant than the Silk Roads.
False
What was a significant result of the spread of Islam in Africa?
Increased trade and cultural exchange
Fill in the blank: The _______ dynasty is known for its cultural and economic prosperity in China during this period.
Tang
Which city became a major center of learning and trade in the Islamic world?
Baghdad
What were the two main branches of Islam that emerged during this period?
Sunni and Shia
True or False: The fall of the Western Roman Empire led to a complete collapse of trade in Europe.
False
What was the primary agricultural product traded along the Trans-Saharan trade routes?
Gold and salt
Multiple Choice: Which of the following innovations helped to improve maritime trade?
The magnetic compass
What is the significance of the term ‘cultural diffusion’ in the context of Unit 2?
The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group to another.
Fill in the blank: The _______ Empire was known for its extensive trade networks in West Africa.
Mali
Which major religion influenced the political structure of the Byzantine Empire?
Christianity
True or False: The Pax Romana allowed for increased stability and economic prosperity in the Roman Empire.
True
What role did the Mongols play in the context of trade during Unit 2?
They facilitated trade across Eurasia by providing protection and stability.
What is the main theme of Unit 2 in AP World History?
The development and expansion of trade networks and cultural interactions.
Fill in the blank: The _______ was a major trade route that linked India, Africa, and the Middle East.
Indian Ocean trade network
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes the impact of the spread of Islam on trade?
It created a unified economic system across the Islamic world.
