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Example ItemsWorld HistoryPre-APWorld History Pre-AP Example Itemsare arepresentative set of items for the ACP. Teachers may use this set of items alongwith the test blueprint as guides to prepare students for the ACP. On the last page,the correct answer, content SE and SE justification are listed for each item.The specific part of an SE that an Example Item measures is NOT necessarily theonly part of the SE that is assessed on the ACP. None of these Example Items willappear on the ACP.Teachers may provide feedback regarding Example Items.(1) Download the Example Feedback Form and email it. The form is located on thehomepage of the Assessment website: https://assessment.dallasisd.org.OR(2) To submit directly, click “Example Feedback – online form” after you clickthe Example Items link under ACP Resources on the ACP tab on theAssessment website.First Semester2020–2021Code #: 4201
EXAMPLE ITEMS World History Pre-AP, Sem 1Directions: Read each question carefully. Determine the best answer to each questionfrom the answer choices provided. Then fill in the answer on your answersheet.1Source: HarcourtThe development of farming in river valley civilizations is most directly related to —Alack of worker specializationBadvances in shipbuildingCdevelopments in irrigationDavoidance of organized religionGo on to the next pageDallas ISD - Example Items
EXAMPLE ITEMS World History Pre-AP, Sem 12Source: backtoclassics.comRaphael’s painting, The School of Athens, is an example of how Renaissance —Aculture respected the Greek philosophical traditionBrulers disapproved of educating the lower classesCsociety rejected Roman architectural and artistic stylesDgovernments protected individual rights and freedomsEffects of the Crusades3 Lessened the power of the Pope Weakened the feudal nobility Increased the power of kings ?Which statement best completes the chart about the effects of the Crusades on Europe?AStarted the Renaissance in ItalyBImproved Christian and Muslim diplomacyCExpanded trade between Europe and Southeast AsiaDBrought Medieval society to an endGo on to the next pageDallas ISD - Example Items
EXAMPLE ITEMS World History Pre-AP, Sem 1Our public men have, besides politics, their private affairs to attend to, and our ordinarycitizens, though occupied with the pursuits of industry, are still fair judges of public matters.Unlike any other nation, we regard those who take no part in these duties not as unambitiousbut as useless. We Athenians are able to judge at all events. Instead of looking on discussionas a stumbling block in the way of action, we think of it as an essential preliminary step toany wise action at all.4—Thucydides, “Pericles’ Funeral Oration”Which modern concept is described by this Ancient Greek excerpt?ACivic dutyBUnalienable rightsCEconomic prosperityDRule of law5Source: PearsonThe map best depicts which major development during the Tang and Song Dynasties?ARapid population growth due to new farms of riceBExpansion of foreign trade along the Silk RoadCMovement of people away from cities and toward rural areasDDevelopment and spread of moveable type throughout AsiaGo on to the next pageDallas ISD - Example Items
EXAMPLE ITEMS World History Pre-AP, Sem 1 6Sewer and plumbing systemsPlanned city systemsAstronomy—concept that Earth is roundModern numbers, including zero, decimals, and calculation of piMedical guides and complex surgeryWhich ancient culture is most associated with these achievements?789AGreeceBRomeCIndiaDTangIn classical empires, patriarchal social systems developed in which women —Ahad significant political influence and legal rightsBdid not testify in court or attend schoolCwere not permitted to participate in agricultural activitiesDran households and educated their own childrenThe collapse of empires typically begins with —Alow unemployment and inflationBpolitical corruption and social inequityClack of new cultural influencesDwidespread economic equalityWhat is the political and legal impact of the ideas contained in the Code of Hammurabi, the TenCommandments, and the Magna Carta?ACodes of law hold all people responsible for their actions.BIt is the government’s job to punish people as they see fit.COne’s position in society is determined by birth and cannot be changed.DOnly wealthy people are held above the law.Go on to the next pageDallas ISD - Example Items
EXAMPLE ITEMS World History Pre-AP, Sem 1It is better that ten guilty persons escape thanthat one innocent suffer.10—William BlackstoneWhich Roman legal principle is best reflected by the quote?111213ATrial by juryBSeparation of church and stateCEquality before the lawDInnocence until proven guiltyThe Pax Romana and the vast extension of Roman roads facilitated the spread of —AChristianity throughout most of EuropeBBuddhism east toward ChinaCIslam from the Middle East to North AfricaDJudaism northwest into present-day RussiaWhat is one similarity between Buddhism and Christianity?ABoth are monotheistic religions.BBoth religions spread along trade routes.CBoth believe the soul lives on, unchanged after death.DBoth have their foundation in Jewish traditions.The development of systematic farming allowed Neolithic people to grow enough food —Ato expand trade routesBfor religious ceremonies and ritualsCto establish permanent settlementsDfor population controlGo on to the next pageDallas ISD - Example Items
EXAMPLE ITEMS World History Pre-AP, Sem 1141516The development of the Silk Road led to —Aconflicts that prevented cultural diffusion between India and ChinaBcloth and weapons from the Mediterranean arriving in West AfricaCexpanding trade and cultural exchange between Asia and EuropeDIslam spreading rapidly from regions in North Africa to ChinaWhich concept is found in a democratic republic form of government?AKing or queen with unlimited powerBRepresentative governing bodyCRule by a few, especially the wealthyDGoverning control of every aspect of lifeWhat unified China most significantly?ASpeaking the same language throughout its territoriesBGenghis Khan’s invasion of JapanCCultural emphasis on social structure and legalismDTrade with Hindu kingdoms in classical India?17 Advanced citiesSpecialized workersComplex institutionsAdvanced technologyWhat is the best title for the list?AStructures of a Democratic RepublicBCharacteristics of CivilizationCRequirements for Military OligarchyDPre-Neolithic Social AdvancesGo on to the next pageDallas ISD - Example Items
EXAMPLE ITEMS World History Pre-AP, Sem 118? Influences on Western Culture First poems or works of literature The Iliad and The OdysseyFirst historian: HerodotusCreation of democracyFundamentals of classical western philosophyFather of Medicine: HippocratesWhich ancient culture is represented in the chart?19ARomanBGreekCEgyptianDChineseThe first group of people to systematically grow and store food lived during the —ADark AgesBAge of ExplorationCPaleolithic AgeDNeolithic Age?20 Trial by juryPopular sovereigntyInnocence until proven guiltyCitizen’s duty to voteWhat is the best title for the chart?AGreco-Roman Ideas that Influenced Modern Democratic GovernmentsBBasic Foundations for the Creation of Modern SocietyCCharacteristics of a Modern MonarchyDIdeas that Led to the Creation of Powerful Coalitions in EuropeGo on to the next pageDallas ISD - Example Items
EXAMPLE ITEMS World History Pre-AP, Sem 12122What geographic factor best explains the location of the ancient river valley civilizations?AMountains for protectionBNatural barriers or desertsCTropical rainforestsDWater sources and fertile landThe agricultural revolution in the Neolithic Age is most associated with the —Aglaciers covering most continentsBdawning of the Bronze Age civilizationsCSumerian innovation of the wheelDcataclysmic event of climate changeGo on to the next pageDallas ISD - Example Items
EXAMPLE ITEMS World History Pre-AP, Sem omicsMilitaryRoman EmpireHan ChinaMaurya/ Gupta India(1000 BCE – 476 CE) (206 BCE – 220 CE) (600 BCE – 550 CE) Republic Qin centralized Fragmented(509 BCE)governmentcollection of Centralizedusing legalismtowns and citiesbureaucraticphilosophygovernment Cult of Emperor Emperor Hinduism Christianityworship Caste system “Mandate of BuddhismHeaven” Confucianism Large public Expansion of Indian Oceanworksestablishedtrade network Long-distancecities Merchant andtrade Silk Roadartisans Peasant Peasant Chariotsoldiers, navalsoldiers, irontechnology, bleinexhaustiblepopulation forpopulation forpopulation forarmyarmyarmyThe Classical Civilization Empires all emerged to dominance with what shared characteristic?AThey had hardy economic growth and aggressive military campaigns.BAll three empires had identical religious traditional expression and practices.CMilitary service declined, and foreigners were recruited as border security was neglected.DEach developed a democratic form of government and limited military expansion.(Check your answer sheet!)Dallas ISD - Example ItemsStop here
EXAMPLE ITEMS World History Pre-AP Key, Sem 1Item#KeySEProcess SkillsSE Justification1CWH.15B28E2AWH.24B28E, 30C3DWH.4F28E4AWH.20B28E, ify the characteristics of civilization18BWH.3A30CDescribe the major.cultural influences of.Greece19DWH.16A--20AWH.19A28E, 30C21DWH.15B28E22DWH.1A--23AWH.1B--Analyze the influence of human geographic factors onmajor events in world history, such as the developmentof river valley civilizationsSummarize the fundamental ideas of Westerncivilizations that originated in Greece and RomeExplain how the Crusades contributed to the end ofmedieval EuropeDescribe the responsibilities of citizens in civicparticipation throughout historySummarize the major economic developments inTang and Song China and their impact on Eastern AsiaIdentify the origin and diffusion of major ideas inmathematics, science, and technology that occurredin classical IndiaDescribe the changing roles of women during majoreras of world history***Compare the factors that led to the collapse ofRome and Han ChinaIdentify the impact of political and legal ideascontained in the following documents: Hammurabi’sCode, the Jewish Ten Commandments Magna CartaIdentify the origins of ideas regarding the concepts of“innocent until proven guilty” from sources includingthe Judeo-Christian legal tradition and in Greece andRomeIdentify major causes and describe the major effects ofthe following important turning points in world historyfrom 600 to 1450: the spread of major world religionsDescribe the central ideas of majorreligious traditions, including Buddhism, ChristianityIdentify important changes in human life caused by theNeolithic RevolutionAnalyze how the Silk Road facilitated the spread ofideas and tradeIdentify the characteristics of the following politicalsystems: democracy, republicDescribe the major political and cultural influencesof ChinaIdentify important changes in human life caused by theNeolithic RevolutionDevelopment of democratic-republican governmentfrom its beginnings in classical Greece and RomeAnalyze the influence of physical geographic factors onmajor events in world historyIdentify major causes the development of agricultureand the development of the river valley civilizationsIdentify major causes of the following events from 500BC to AD 600: the development of the classicalcivilizations of Greece, Rome, Persia, India (Mauryaand Gupta), China (Zhou, Qin, and Han).
World History Pre-AP . World History Pre-AP Example Items are a representative setof items for the ACP. Teachers may use this set of items along with the test blueprint as guides to prepare students for the ACP. On the last page, the correct answer,
