Empires Expand - AP World History
- Which empire was known for its legal code called the Code of Hammurabi?
- Babylonian Empire. One of history's first written legal codes, c. 1750 BCE.
- Which famous route was significant for trade between the East and West?
- Silk Road. Connected Asian and European markets for over 1000 years.
- Which empire fell due to the Spanish conquest led by Hernán Cortés?
- Aztec Empire. Spanish conquistadors defeated Moctezuma II and captured Tenochtitlán.
- What was the primary purpose of the Great Wall of China?
- Defense against invasions. Built to protect against northern nomadic invasions.
- Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire?
- Babur. Defeated the Delhi Sultanate at the Battle of Panipat.
- Identify the ruler who expanded the Mughal Empire to its greatest extent.
- Aurangzeb. Extended Mughal rule into southern India during his reign.
- Which empire was ruled by Genghis Khan?
- Mongol Empire. Founded the largest contiguous land empire in world history.
- What was the capital of the Aztec Empire?
- Tenochtitlán. Island city built on Lake Texcoco in central Mexico.
- Which empire was led by Suleiman the Magnificent during its golden age?
- Ottoman Empire. Reached peak territorial expansion under his leadership.
- Identify the treaty that ended the Thirty Years' War in 1648.
- Treaty of Westphalia. Established principles of state sovereignty and non-interference.
- Identify the period known as the Pax Romana.
- A period of peace in the Roman Empire. Two centuries of relative stability and prosperity (27 BCE-180 CE).
- Identify the first emperor of the Roman Empire.
- Augustus. Transformed Roman Republic into imperial system in 27 BCE.
- What was the primary architectural style of the Byzantine Empire?
- Byzantine architecture. Combined Roman engineering with Christian religious symbolism.
- What was the primary economic activity of the Ottoman Empire?
- Trade and agriculture. Controlled key trade routes between Europe and Asia.
- What empire was known for its use of qanats in agriculture?
- Persian Empire. Underground irrigation channels supported agriculture in arid regions.
- Identify the empire that used the cuneiform script.
- Sumerian Empire. Developed world's first known writing system around 3200 BCE.
- What was the primary religion of the Safavid Empire?
- Shi'a Islam. Established to counter Sunni Ottoman and Mughal influence.
- What was the primary economic activity in the Inca Empire?
- Agriculture and terrace farming. Mountain terraces maximized agricultural productivity in steep terrain.
- What was the dominant religion of the Mughal Empire?
- Islam. Rulers practiced religious tolerance despite Muslim identity.
- Which empire is known for the construction of Angkor Wat?
- Khmer Empire. Built massive temple complex in Cambodia during 12th century.
- What significant event marked the fall of the Byzantine Empire?
- Fall of Constantinople in 1453. Ottoman conquest ended the last remnant of the Roman Empire.
- What was the capital of the Ottoman Empire?
- Istanbul. Former Constantinople, renamed after Ottoman conquest in 1453.
- What was the primary language of the Byzantine Empire?
- Greek. Continuation of Eastern Roman Empire after western collapse.
- Which empire was the largest contiguous land empire in history?
- Mongol Empire. Stretched from Eastern Europe to Pacific Ocean at peak.
- Which European explorer's voyage marked the beginning of European colonization in the Americas?
- Christopher Columbus. 1492 voyage initiated permanent European contact with Americas.
- Which empire was known for its policy of religious tolerance under Akbar?
- Mughal Empire. Akbar's policies promoted harmony among diverse religious groups.
- Which empire was centered in present-day Mexico before the Spanish conquest?
- Aztec Empire. Dominated Mesoamerica until Spanish arrival in early 1500s.
- Which empire was known for its advanced road systems in the Americas?
- Inca Empire. Built extensive road network throughout the Andes mountains.
- Which empire was primarily located in modern-day Iran and established by Ismail I?
- Safavid Empire. Founded by Shah Ismail I in 1501 as Shi'a state.
- Identify the primary architectural style of the Roman Empire.
- Classical Roman. Featured columns, arches, and monumental public buildings.
- Identify the empire known for the Colosseum in Rome.
- Roman Empire. Iconic amphitheater symbolized Roman engineering and entertainment.
- Which empire is known for the creation of the Hagia Sophia?
- Byzantine Empire. Built as a Christian cathedral, later became a mosque.
- Which empire was known for its architectural achievements such as the Taj Mahal?
- Mughal Empire. Built numerous monuments showcasing Indo-Islamic architecture.
- What empire was known for its naval prowess under Zheng He?
- Ming Dynasty. Admiral Zheng He led seven major maritime expeditions.
- Identify the primary architectural achievement of the Inca Empire.
- Machu Picchu. Mountain citadel demonstrates advanced Incan stonework and planning.
- What was the capital of the Byzantine Empire?
- Constantinople. Strategic location controlling trade between Europe and Asia.
- Identify the language that served as the lingua franca of the Roman Empire.
- Latin. Facilitated communication and administration across diverse territories.
- What was the primary religion of the Byzantine Empire?
- Eastern Orthodox Christianity. Split from Western Christianity over theological and political disputes.