An economist who focused on ancient societies would most likely study the
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development of trade
evolution of family patterns
effect of fire on the lives of the people
role of religion in river valley civilizations
Question 2
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Which statement about the Neolithic Revolution is an opinion rather than a fact?
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Early peoples made greater cultural advancements than did people of later civilizations.
The Neolithic Revolution resulted in changes for nomadic peoples.
New technology was developed during the Neolithic Revolution.
Agricultural developments resulted in the establishment of permanent settlements
Question 3
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Which action is linked to the spread of the Black Death to Europe during the 14th century?
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trade with Asia
conquest of Japan
trade across the Sahara
exploration of the Western Hemisphere
Question 4
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Which action is linked to the spread of the Black Death to Europe during the 14th century?
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trade with Asia
conquest of Japan
trade across the Sahara
exploration of the Western Hemisphere
Question 5
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During the first Global Age (A.D. 1450–1770), European countries obtained both a source of raw materials and a reliable market for their finished goods by developing
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the policy of mercantilism
laissez-faire principles
trade cooperatives
forts along the Silk Roads
Question 6
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During the first Global Age (A.D. 1450–1770), European countries obtained both a source of raw materials and a reliable market for their finished goods by developing
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the policy of mercantilism
laissez-faire principles
trade cooperatives
forts along the Silk Roads
Question 7
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Which geographic condition contributed to the defeat of Napoleon’s troops during the invasion of Russia?
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drought
typoons
severe flooding
harsh winter
Question 8
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Which geographic condition contributed to the defeat of Napoleon’s troops during the invasion of Russia?
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drought
typoons
severe flooding
harsh winter
Question 9
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Which statement best reflects an effect of imperialism in Africa?
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Land was distributed equally between social classes.
Territorial divisions were primarily established using tribal boundaries.
Natural resources were exploited for the benefits of the European power.
Timbuktu because the center of great learning.
Question 10
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Which political leader gained power as a result of the failing economy of the Weimar Republic?