The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) enables students to demonstrate college-level achievement and earn college credit in various subject areas based on knowledge acquired through self-study, high school and adult courses, or through professional means. The CLEP Western Civilization I (Ancient Near East to 1648) Passbook (R) prepares you by sharpening knowledge of the skills and concepts necessary to succeed on the upcoming exam and the college courses that follow. It provides hundreds of questions and answers in the areas that will likely be covered on your upcoming exam, including but not limited to: Ancient Greece; Ancient Rome; the Renaissance and Reformation; analyzing and interpreting maps and artwork; identifying causes and effects of historical events; and more.