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Which of these BEST describes chivalry?

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  1. The code of etiquette taught to medieval girls.

  2. Code of conduct for the king and royal family when interacting with commoners.

  3. Behavioral code for serfs.

  4. Code of conduct associated with knighthood that involved bravery and dedication to masters.

  5. The interactions between women and men in medieval Europe.

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Correct Option: A

Which of the following MOST contributed to the early growth in papal power in Western Europe up to 600 C.E.?

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  1. The political turmoil that emerged after the fall of Rome.

  2. The martyrdom of Christians.

  3. The strong imperial rule of the Church by the emperor.

  4. The hardships of peasant life.

  5. The economic recovery that was underway soon after the fall of Rome.

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Correct Option: A

The new state of Russia which emerged in the 9th century borrowed extensively from the Byzantine culture in all of the following ways EXCEPT:

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  1. Agricultural practices.

  2. Emphasis on prayer and service.

  3. Architectural styles.

  4. Extensive use of icons.

  5. Political control of the church.

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Correct Option: E

The eastern part of the Roman empire was known as __________.

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  1. Balkan

  2. Scandinavia

  3. Byzantium

  4. Levant

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Correct Option: C

In 395 CE, the Roman empire was divided into two parts- _______ and ________.

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  1. Southern, Northern

  2. Eastern, Western

  3. Western, Southern

  4. Eastern, Southern

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Correct Option: B

What is the meaning of Latin word "mutatis mutandis"?

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  1. A way of doing things

  2. A deadlock

  3. With the necessary changes

  4. And the rest

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Correct Option: C

Which of the following statements is an accurate depiction of the Armenians within the Byzantine Empire?

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  1. The Armenians converted to Islam and resisted Byzantine Christianity.

  2. The Armenians developed their own distinct branch of Christianity that was the hallmark of Armenian independence.

  3. The Armenians enjoyed the most religious freedom of any minority group within the Byzantine Empire.

  4. Armenians infused elements of Buddhism into their brand of Christianity.

  5. The Armenian Orthodox Church focused on missionary activities in neighboring areas.

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Correct Option: B

The capital of the Byzantine empire was _________.

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  1. Rome

  2. Jerusalem

  3. Constantipole

  4. St. Petersburg

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Correct Option: C

Which of the following best describes one of the major reasons that some Roman authorities persecuted the early Christians?

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  1. Their political strength was a threat to the authority of provincial leaders

  2. Their frequent use of military force threatened the stability of the Empire

  3. Their inclusion of slaves made the Romans nervous about a slave rebellion

  4. They refused to worship the emperor as a god

  5. Their vast economic success was viewed with suspicion by the Roman aristocracy

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

They refused to worship the emperor as a god best describes one of the major reasons that some Roman authorities persecuted the early Christians.

In Roman Republic, which of the following characteristics was not there?
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  1. Division of political power

  2. Term limits on political leaders

  3. Military conflict with Carthage

  4. A mythical founding

  5. Equitable political representation across class boundaries

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Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Equitable political representation across class boundaries was not the characteristics in Roman Republic.