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1ST END-OF-SEMESTER QUESTION PAPER FOR HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY NO. 1

A/ GEOGRAPHY SECTION (5.0 POINTS)

I. Multiple Choice (2.0 points)

Select the correct answer for the following questions!

Question 1. In Asia, Christianity and Islam were formed in which of the following areas?

A. Central Asia.

B. South Asia.

C. Southeast Asia.

D. Southwest Asia.

Question 2. Which countries in Southwest Asia have the most oil?

A. Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, Syria.

B. Yemen, Oman, Lebanon, Cyprus.

C. Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar.

D. Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Syria.

Question 3. The average annual rainfall in Southwest Asia is

A. 100 - 200 mm/year.

B. 300 - 400 mm/year.

C. 400 - 500 mm/year.

D. 200 - 300 mm/year.

Question 4. The largest peninsula in Africa is

A. Somali.

B. Madagascar.

C. Arab.

D. Ethiopia.

Question 5. The countries with populations over 100 million in Africa are

A. Algeria and Egypt.

B. Sudan and Ethiopia.

C. Zambia and Congo.

D. Nigeria and Ethiopia.

Question 6. Many African countries import which of the following commodities?

A. Cocoa.

B. Coffee.

C. Palm oil.

D. Rice.

Question 7. The major religions that originated in Asia are

A. Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Daoism.

B. Hinduism, Daoism, Christianity, and Islam.

C. Hinduism, Confucianism, Christianity, and Shintoism.

D. Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam.

Question 8. Rivers in Southwest Asia are characterized by

A. Dense river networks, abundant water supply.

B. Many large river systems, plentiful water resources.

C. Underdeveloped rivers, scarce water resources.

D. Many small rivers, large underground water reservoirs and seas.

Question 9. Historical heritage in Africa is often recognized by WHO in terms of

A. Culture, sculpture, and architecture.

B. Sculpture, archaeology, and society.

C. Economy, architecture, and archaeology.

D. Architecture, sculpture, and archaeology.

Question 10. What type of industry develops in the tropical environment of Africa?

A. Electronics, information technology.

B. Mining.

C. Non-ferrous metallurgy.

D. Rice processing.

Question 11. Which of the following statements is not true about the Central Asian natural environment?

A. Central Asia has an arid climate, occasionally with snowfall.

B. The rivers in Central Asia are underdeveloped and rich in minerals.

C. The main minerals are coal, oil, iron, and precious metals.

D. It has a continental climate; the landscape consists of deserts and taiga forests.

Question 12. The very low rainfall in the Sahara and Namib deserts is mainly due to which factor?

A. Cold ocean currents.

B. Atmospheric pressure and fronts.

C. Cold air masses.

D. Location and boundaries.

II. Short Essay (2.0 points).

Describe the natural features of the West Asia region.

B/ HISTORY SECTION (5.0 POINTS)

I. Multiple Choice

Select the correct answer for the following questions!

Question 1. The territory of Cambodia was most expanded under the reign of King

A. Jayavarman V.

B. Jayavarman VI.

C. Jayavarman VII.

D. Jayavarman VIII.

Question 2. One of the notable literary works of the Khmer people during the feudal period was

A. The Ramayana Epic.

B. The Damsan Epic.

C. The Reamker Epic.

D. The Rama Kien Epic.

Question 3. Which of the following does not reflect the situation in Cambodia during the Angkor period (802 – 1431)?

A. Strong economic growth, stable society.

B. Achieved many cultural accomplishments (temple and tower constructions, etc.).

C. Capital at Phnom Penh to avoid Javanese invasions.

D. Cambodia became a formidable power in Southeast Asia.

Question 4. The Kingdom of Lan Xang reached its peak prosperity from

A. The 14th century to the 15th century.

B. The 15th century to the 16th century.

C. The 15th century to the 17th century.

D. The 16th century to the 18th century.

Question 5. Which architectural work below is not an achievement of the Lao people during the feudal period?

A. That Luang.

B. Bayon Temple.

C. Phra Keo.

D. Vat Xieng Thong.

Question 6. “Oxen and buffaloes plowing fields seem almost infinite in number. They (the Lao) also profit from fruit trees in gardens and rice cultivated on lands with wealth comparable to any kingdom.”

(A new and interesting description of the Lao Kingdom, GF.Marini)

What does the above excerpt reflect about the Lao Kingdom?

A. Developed agricultural economy.

B. Trade was the dominant sector.

C. Handcrafting was the dominant sector.

D. Laos had peaceful relations with its neighbors.

Question 7. Which historical figure is mentioned in the following passage:

“The Bach Dang battle brought panic to Hoang Thao, and Kieu was caught (...).

Returning to Loa Castle to ascend the throne,

The ranks were redefined, the court protocol was established.”

A. Khuc Thua Du.

B. Ngo Quyen.

C. Dinh Bo Linh.

D. Le Hoan.

Question 8. In 968, Dinh Bo Linh ascended to the throne, choosing the capital as

A. Co Loa.

B. Hoa Lu.

C. Thang Long.

D. Tay Do.

Question 9. After Ngo Quyen died, what changes occurred in our country?

A. Dinh Bo Linh moved the capital to Dai La City.

B. The Southern Han Dynasty launched an invasion again.

C. The country fell into a fragmented, feudal state.

D. Ngo Xuong Van ceded the throne to Duong Tam Kha.

Question 10. Le Hoan's tactic of placing stakes in the Bach Dang River was inherited and applied from which historical struggle?

A. Uprising of the Trung Sisters (40 - 43).

B. Uprising of Ly Bi (542 - 603).

C. The first war against the Southern Han Dynasty (931).

D. The war against the Southern Han by Ngo Quyen (938).

Question 11. Which of the following does not correctly reflect the significance of the anti-Song resistance under the Prior Le Dynasty?

A. Forced the Song Dynasty to surrender and pay tribute to Dai Co Viet.

B. Demonstrated the determination of the Dai Co Viet army and people to fight foreign invaders.

C. Cleared the enemy from the territory, firmly consolidated independence.

D. Showed the ability of the Dai Co Viet army and people to protect independence.

Question 12. Which of the following best illustrates Ngo Quyen's awareness of independence and autonomy?

A. Ascended to the throne, paying tribute to the Song Dynasty.

B. Proclaimed himself Emperor, established the national name as Dai Co Viet.

C. Abolished the title of Jiedushi, established a new government.

D. Proactively established diplomatic relations with the Southern Han Dynasty.

II. Short Essay (2.0 points):

Compare the governmental organization during the Dinh, Prior Le periods with that of the Ngo period and draw a conclusion.

ANSWERS TO SEMESTER 1 EXAM FOR 7th-grade HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY SUBJECTS

A/ GEOGRAPHY SECTION (5.0 POINTS)

I. Multiple Choice

1-D; 2-C; 3-D; 4-A; 5-D; 6-D; 7-D; 8-C; 9-D; 10-B; 11-D; 12-A

II. Short Essay

Question 1 (2.0 points)

- Terrain: West Asia is predominantly mountainous with large plateaus.

+ The north has many high mountain ranges running from the Mediterranean coast connecting the Alpine system with the Himalayas, surrounding the Iranian plateau and the Anatolian plateau.

+ The south consists mainly of a plateau occupying most of the Arabian Peninsula. The central area is the Mesopotamian plain.

- Climate: arid climate. Average annual rainfall is about 200 - 250 mm. Summer is hot and dry, with temperatures in some places reaching 45°C in July. Winter is dry and cold.

- Landscape: the northwestern part of the region is mostly grasslands. Evergreen Mediterranean forests and shrubs develop along the Mediterranean coast.

- Rivers are underdeveloped, rivers are often short and have little water. The two largest rivers in the region are the Tigris and Euphrates.

- Minerals: About 1/2 of the world's oil reserves are concentrated in West Asia.

B/ HISTORY SECTION (5.0 POINTS)

I. Multiple Choice

1-C; 2-C; 3-C; 4-C; 5-B; 6-A; 7-B; 8-B; 9-C; 10-C; 11-A; 12-D

II. Short Essay

- Complete the comparison chart (each correct point is worth 0.25 points)

During the Ngo period:

+ Capital: Co Loa (Hanoi);

+ Central government: Below the king are civil and military officials;

+ Below the king are civil and military officials: The country is divided into regions;

During the Dinh – Prior Le period:

+ Capital: Hoa Lu (Ninh Binh);

+ Central government: Below the king are civil and military officials and high monks;

+ Below the king are civil and military officials: The country is divided into levels: district/route/prefecture/county => giap => commune.

- Conclusion (0.5 points):

+ The governmental organization during the Dinh - Prior Le periods was more complete both at the central and local levels compared to the Ngo period. However, the governmental organization during the Ngo, Dinh – Prior Le periods was still simple, not comprehensive.

+ Nevertheless, the establishment of the government during the Ngo, Dinh – Prior Le periods affirmed the independence - self-reliance nature and laid the foundation for the country's development in later stages.