World History A Unit 2 Exam Questions And Answers

Read the summary. The Byzantine Empire began as the eastern half of the old Roman Empire and expanded to include much of Rome's Mediterranean territories (1). South of the Byzantine Empire, the Arab Empire rose to power, conquering the Persian Empire (2). Over time, the Arab Empire expanded and conquered Byzantine territories in the Middle East and northern Africa (3). The Arab Empire required all conquered people to convert to Confucianism (4). Which best critiques the accuracy of the summary? {Ans: While parts (1), (2), and (3) are accurate, part (4) needs revision.}Which most accurately describe the involvement of the Catholic Church in the Crusades? Select all that apply. {Ans: After 100 years of fighting over Jerusalem, the Catholic Church also waged war in Europe against Christians who did not follow Catholicism. The Knights Templar were an order of crusaders approved by the pope and ordered to protect Christian pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land.}Which most accurately describes the beginnings of the Islam religion? {Ans: According to legend, Muhammad was commanded by the archangel Gabriel to create Islam.}Which most accurately describes a Chinese concept that influenced later civilizations? {Ans: Confucianism influenced the political theories of Benjamin