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A period of intense self-study that focused on ethics and logic over religion. Scientists and philosophers
questioned cherished truths in order to discover how the world worked. Rene Descartes questioned the
reality of thought and inspired thinkers after him. Immanuel Kant encouraged people to think about the
world and analyze themselves. Rights of the individual more important than the rights of the aristocracy
(Social contract). John Lockes' writing influenced thinkers to fight back against their governments when
they oppressed these rights. - correct answers Using your knowledge of history, describe events, people
and ideas behind the enlightenment.
Nationalism is loyalty to a nation, but also political ideology that has political, economic and social
effects. Nationalism led Germany and Russia to expand into other countries, as well as other European
nations. Expansion into Africa and Asia, brought goods, trade, cheap labor. In Africa people suffered. In
Asia people of India and Southeast Asia suffered a great deal at the hands of the Europeans. In America
westward expansion led to war with Mexico to claim land America believed it owned. Colonial
expansion hurt Europeans as it caused World War I. - correct answers Describe and analyze the
emergence of nationalism in the 18th and 19th centuries and its impact on Western African and Asian
societies.
Prehistory is the earliest time of human existence. Human ancestors are believed to have developed 4-6
million years ago, yet the earliest written records only go back about 4,500 years ago. We have this
knowledge of prehistory from anthropology and archaeology.
Anthropology- is the scientific study of human culture and humanity. Anthropologists study different
groups and how they relate to other cultures. Through cross-cultural and comparative research,
anthropologists can find patterns of behavior, similarities and differences. While anthropologists often
study and lean about people and cultures by living among them and observing, paleo-anthropologists
look at artifacts to understand early human culture.
Archaeology- is the scientific study of past human cultures by studying the remains they left behind-
objects such as pottery, bones, buildings, tools, and artwork. Archaeologists locate and examine
evidence to h - correct answers Describe what is known of the early physical and cultural development
,of humankind from the Paleolithic era to the agricultural revolution, explaining how the methods of
archaeology contribute to the understanding.
Many of the earliest known civilizations were river-valley civilizations and are known as fluvial
civilizations. Geography and the physical environment played a critical role in the rise and survival of
both these civilization. Rivers provided a source of water that would sustain both human and animal life.
Hunters had access to a variety of animals, initially to provide food. Parts of the animals: hides, bones,
antler could be used for clothing, tools and art. Some animals began to be herded and husbanded to
provide stable supply of food and animal products. Rivers in these regions overflowed their banks each
years, leaving behind a deposit of very rich soil. Early people in these areas began to experiment with
growing crops rather than gathering food because of the fertile and available water. They developed
systems of irrigation that channeled water to the crops without significant human effort on continuing
basis - correct answers Describe and analyze the impact of human interaction with the physical
environment (e.g., climate, landforms, soils, water) on the development of the ancient cultures of the
Fertile Crescent (e.g., Sumerian, Babylonian, Hebrew), Persia Egypt, Kush, Greece, India, China, Rome
and pre-Colombian America
The Tang Dynasty ruled from 618-907. The Tang Dynasty is known for creating an age of reform by
creating the idea of a civil service exam for government positions. - correct answers Describe key
features of the Tang Dynasty in China?
The Song Dynasty ruled from 960-1279. This period produced great paintings and porcelain pottery.
Gunpowder was developed during the Song Dynasty. The Song Dynasty failed to unify China - correct
answers Describe the Song Dynasty?
Ancient Greece is often called the "Cradle of Western Civilization" because of its enormous influence on
the Roman civilization and later all of Western culture. Rome contributed a republican form of
government that it established in 509 BCE to limit how much power one person could have. Greece is
often called the birthplace of democracy because the Athenian form of democracy with each citizen
having an equal vote in his own government is a philosophy upon which all modern democracies are
based. This is why many U.S. government buildings are built in the Greek architectural style. In
philosophy, Aristotle developed an approach to learning that emphasized observation and thought, and
Socrates and Plato contemplated the nature of being and the origins and ideals of government and
political relations. Judaism and Christianity are two monotheistic religions that grew during the time of
ancient civilizations. Along with I - correct answers Describe and analyze the foundations of western
political and philosophical thought in Ancient Greek, Roman and Judeo-Christian traditions.
The Cold War was an ideological struggle between proponents of democracy and communism. The main
players of the conflict, being the United States and Soviets, however other countries were involved. No
,large scale fighting took place between the two nations, however proxy wars were fought. The United
States and Soviets embarked on an arsenal buildup of atomic and hydrogen bombs as well as other
weapons. Both nations had the capability of destroying each other. In 1946 Josef Stalin stated that
capitalism and its development made international peace impossible. George F. Kennan, proposed the
idea of containment. Containment would limit the extension efforts of Soviet policies. After the Soviets
invaded Iran, Greece and Turkey, President Truman adopted the Truman Doctrine, which committed the
United States to intervention to contain the spread of communism through the world. The Soviets were
opposed to to German unificat - correct answers Analyze the Cold War from its origins in the post-World
War II 1940's to the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, including its impact on social, cultural,
political, economic, technological and geographic developments in the world.
1220-1450 was a kingdom in Southern Africa. It was a trading center and home to the largest stone
dwellings of pre-colonial Africa - correct answers The Kingdom of Zimbabwe
Grandson of Tamerlane who founded the Mogul Dynasty. Akbar is considered to be the greatest Mogul.
He believed in religious freedom and attempted to balance all religions by creating his own in 1582
called Dīn-i Ilāhī. He allowed the construction of mosques and Hinduism continued as a minority religion.
- correct answers Who is Akbar the Great and what is he know for?
1200-1450. Access to gold. Capital was Timbuktu, which was a trading post on the trans-Saharan
caravan route. - correct answers Identify features of the Mali empire
The word Renaissance literally means "rebirth" and followed the Middle Ages, which some began
referring to as the Dark Ages. The Renaissance signaled a rekindling of interest in classical Greek and
Roman civilizations. The feudal system declined and was replaced by a focus on artistic and intellectual
development. Philosophy, it was a time that put humans at the center instead of religion. It was a
cultural revolution, and in the areas of art, literature, music and science, the world changed for the
better. The Renaissance is believed to have started in Florence. The Medici family is sometimes referred
to as the Godfathers of the Renaissance because they encouraged great artists and thinkers. Education,
especially for some of the merchants, required reading, writing, math, the study of law, and the writings
of classical Greek and Roman writers. Renaissance artists had a lasting impact in Western culture,
including Gi - correct answers Analyze the art, music, science and technology of the Renaissance and the
impact through Europe
Following the Renaissance was the Reformation, which began in Germany but quickly spread throughout
Europe. The Reformation came about due to dissatisfaction with the Catholic Church. The Reformation
period consisted of two phases: the Protestant Reformation or Revolution and the Catholic Reformation.
Protestant Reformation- The Protestant Reformation started because of religious, political and
economic reasons. The religious reasons stemmed from abuses in the Catholic Church: fraudulent clergy
, with scandalous lifestyles, the sale of religious offices, indulgences (the idea that you could purchase a
remission of sin), and general corruption. The political reasons for the Protestant Reformation came
from the increase in the power of rulers who were considered absolute monarchies, who desired power
and control over the Church. The growth of nationalism or patriotic pride in one's own country was
another contributing fa - correct answers Analyze the political and religious transformations caused by
the Reformation and their impact on Europe.
1500's Spread of Islam in the seventh century lead to the holy wars known as the Crusades. Crusades
were a failure, however survivors brought back silks, spices, perfumes and foods. There was revival in
Classical Greek art, architecture, literature, science, astronomy, and medicine. Ideas were aided by the
invention of the printing press. New ways of trade with Asia. Arabs were trading, Chinese uses campuses
in their navigation. Trade routes were difficult and slow. Prince Henry of Portugal encouraged,
supported and financed seamen to find new routes to Asia (Bartholomeu Dias, Ferdinand Magellan,
Christopher Columbus) - correct answers Describe the Age of Exploration
Scientific Revolution-The Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment were two of the most important
movements in the history of civilization, resulting in a new sense of self-examination and a wider view of
the world than ever before. The Scientific Revolution was a shift in focus from belief to evidence.
Scientists and philosophers wanted proof, not just to have faith in what people had always said.
Theories and beliefs had to be proven with evidence, and the Scientific Method was born. A Polish
astronomer, Nicolaus Copernicus, launched the Scientific Revolution when he argued that the Sun, not
the Earth, was at the center of the solar system and that other planets revolved around the Sun, not the
Earth. This flew in the face of established doctrine. Copernicus crystallized a lifetime of observations into
a book that was published around the time of his death. Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe was the first to
catalog - correct answers Analyze the historical developments of the Scientific Revolution and the ideas
of the enlightenment and their effects on social, religious, political, economic institutions.
Champlain, Cartier, LaSalle, Frather Marquette, and Joliet. Dutch claims were based on Henry Hudson,
John Cabot - correct answers French claims to North America
The American Revolution and the French Revolution were similar yet different. In addition to both
occurring in the last half of the 18th century, both promoted the liberty of the common people and a
republican government. They were influenced by new political ideology from the Enlightenment. And
both are considered turning important turning points in history.
Several important differences need to be emphasized
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A period of intense self-study that focused on ethics and logic over religion. Scientists and philosophers
questioned cherished truths in order to discover how the world worked. Rene Descartes questioned the
reality of thought and inspired thinkers after him. Immanuel Kant encouraged people to think about the
world and analyze themselves. Rights of the individual more important than the rights of the aristocracy
(Social contract). John Lockes' writing influenced thinkers to fight back against their governments when
they oppressed these rights. - correct answers Using your knowledge of history, describe events, people
and ideas behind the enlightenment.
Nationalism is loyalty to a nation, but also political ideology that has political, economic and social
effects. Nationalism led Germany and Russia to expand into other countries, as well as other European
nations. Expansion into Africa and Asia, brought goods, trade, cheap labor. In Africa people suffered. In
Asia people of India and Southeast Asia suffered a great deal at the hands of the Europeans. In America
westward expansion led to war with Mexico to claim land America believed it owned. Colonial
expansion hurt Europeans as it caused World War I. - correct answers Describe and analyze the
emergence of nationalism in the 18th and 19th centuries and its impact on Western African and Asian
societies.
Prehistory is the earliest time of human existence. Human ancestors are believed to have developed 4-6
million years ago, yet the earliest written records only go back about 4,500 years ago. We have this
knowledge of prehistory from anthropology and archaeology.
Anthropology- is the scientific study of human culture and humanity. Anthropologists study different
groups and how they relate to other cultures. Through cross-cultural and comparative research,
anthropologists can find patterns of behavior, similarities and differences. While anthropologists often
study and lean about people and cultures by living among them and observing, paleo-anthropologists
look at artifacts to understand early human culture.
Archaeology- is the scientific study of past human cultures by studying the remains they left behind-
objects such as pottery, bones, buildings, tools, and artwork. Archaeologists locate and examine
evidence to h - correct answers Describe what is known of the early physical and cultural development
,of humankind from the Paleolithic era to the agricultural revolution, explaining how the methods of
archaeology contribute to the understanding.
Many of the earliest known civilizations were river-valley civilizations and are known as fluvial
civilizations. Geography and the physical environment played a critical role in the rise and survival of
both these civilization. Rivers provided a source of water that would sustain both human and animal life.
Hunters had access to a variety of animals, initially to provide food. Parts of the animals: hides, bones,
antler could be used for clothing, tools and art. Some animals began to be herded and husbanded to
provide stable supply of food and animal products. Rivers in these regions overflowed their banks each
years, leaving behind a deposit of very rich soil. Early people in these areas began to experiment with
growing crops rather than gathering food because of the fertile and available water. They developed
systems of irrigation that channeled water to the crops without significant human effort on continuing
basis - correct answers Describe and analyze the impact of human interaction with the physical
environment (e.g., climate, landforms, soils, water) on the development of the ancient cultures of the
Fertile Crescent (e.g., Sumerian, Babylonian, Hebrew), Persia Egypt, Kush, Greece, India, China, Rome
and pre-Colombian America
The Tang Dynasty ruled from 618-907. The Tang Dynasty is known for creating an age of reform by
creating the idea of a civil service exam for government positions. - correct answers Describe key
features of the Tang Dynasty in China?
The Song Dynasty ruled from 960-1279. This period produced great paintings and porcelain pottery.
Gunpowder was developed during the Song Dynasty. The Song Dynasty failed to unify China - correct
answers Describe the Song Dynasty?
Ancient Greece is often called the "Cradle of Western Civilization" because of its enormous influence on
the Roman civilization and later all of Western culture. Rome contributed a republican form of
government that it established in 509 BCE to limit how much power one person could have. Greece is
often called the birthplace of democracy because the Athenian form of democracy with each citizen
having an equal vote in his own government is a philosophy upon which all modern democracies are
based. This is why many U.S. government buildings are built in the Greek architectural style. In
philosophy, Aristotle developed an approach to learning that emphasized observation and thought, and
Socrates and Plato contemplated the nature of being and the origins and ideals of government and
political relations. Judaism and Christianity are two monotheistic religions that grew during the time of
ancient civilizations. Along with I - correct answers Describe and analyze the foundations of western
political and philosophical thought in Ancient Greek, Roman and Judeo-Christian traditions.
The Cold War was an ideological struggle between proponents of democracy and communism. The main
players of the conflict, being the United States and Soviets, however other countries were involved. No
,large scale fighting took place between the two nations, however proxy wars were fought. The United
States and Soviets embarked on an arsenal buildup of atomic and hydrogen bombs as well as other
weapons. Both nations had the capability of destroying each other. In 1946 Josef Stalin stated that
capitalism and its development made international peace impossible. George F. Kennan, proposed the
idea of containment. Containment would limit the extension efforts of Soviet policies. After the Soviets
invaded Iran, Greece and Turkey, President Truman adopted the Truman Doctrine, which committed the
United States to intervention to contain the spread of communism through the world. The Soviets were
opposed to to German unificat - correct answers Analyze the Cold War from its origins in the post-World
War II 1940's to the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, including its impact on social, cultural,
political, economic, technological and geographic developments in the world.
1220-1450 was a kingdom in Southern Africa. It was a trading center and home to the largest stone
dwellings of pre-colonial Africa - correct answers The Kingdom of Zimbabwe
Grandson of Tamerlane who founded the Mogul Dynasty. Akbar is considered to be the greatest Mogul.
He believed in religious freedom and attempted to balance all religions by creating his own in 1582
called Dīn-i Ilāhī. He allowed the construction of mosques and Hinduism continued as a minority religion.
- correct answers Who is Akbar the Great and what is he know for?
1200-1450. Access to gold. Capital was Timbuktu, which was a trading post on the trans-Saharan
caravan route. - correct answers Identify features of the Mali empire
The word Renaissance literally means "rebirth" and followed the Middle Ages, which some began
referring to as the Dark Ages. The Renaissance signaled a rekindling of interest in classical Greek and
Roman civilizations. The feudal system declined and was replaced by a focus on artistic and intellectual
development. Philosophy, it was a time that put humans at the center instead of religion. It was a
cultural revolution, and in the areas of art, literature, music and science, the world changed for the
better. The Renaissance is believed to have started in Florence. The Medici family is sometimes referred
to as the Godfathers of the Renaissance because they encouraged great artists and thinkers. Education,
especially for some of the merchants, required reading, writing, math, the study of law, and the writings
of classical Greek and Roman writers. Renaissance artists had a lasting impact in Western culture,
including Gi - correct answers Analyze the art, music, science and technology of the Renaissance and the
impact through Europe
Following the Renaissance was the Reformation, which began in Germany but quickly spread throughout
Europe. The Reformation came about due to dissatisfaction with the Catholic Church. The Reformation
period consisted of two phases: the Protestant Reformation or Revolution and the Catholic Reformation.
Protestant Reformation- The Protestant Reformation started because of religious, political and
economic reasons. The religious reasons stemmed from abuses in the Catholic Church: fraudulent clergy
, with scandalous lifestyles, the sale of religious offices, indulgences (the idea that you could purchase a
remission of sin), and general corruption. The political reasons for the Protestant Reformation came
from the increase in the power of rulers who were considered absolute monarchies, who desired power
and control over the Church. The growth of nationalism or patriotic pride in one's own country was
another contributing fa - correct answers Analyze the political and religious transformations caused by
the Reformation and their impact on Europe.
1500's Spread of Islam in the seventh century lead to the holy wars known as the Crusades. Crusades
were a failure, however survivors brought back silks, spices, perfumes and foods. There was revival in
Classical Greek art, architecture, literature, science, astronomy, and medicine. Ideas were aided by the
invention of the printing press. New ways of trade with Asia. Arabs were trading, Chinese uses campuses
in their navigation. Trade routes were difficult and slow. Prince Henry of Portugal encouraged,
supported and financed seamen to find new routes to Asia (Bartholomeu Dias, Ferdinand Magellan,
Christopher Columbus) - correct answers Describe the Age of Exploration
Scientific Revolution-The Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment were two of the most important
movements in the history of civilization, resulting in a new sense of self-examination and a wider view of
the world than ever before. The Scientific Revolution was a shift in focus from belief to evidence.
Scientists and philosophers wanted proof, not just to have faith in what people had always said.
Theories and beliefs had to be proven with evidence, and the Scientific Method was born. A Polish
astronomer, Nicolaus Copernicus, launched the Scientific Revolution when he argued that the Sun, not
the Earth, was at the center of the solar system and that other planets revolved around the Sun, not the
Earth. This flew in the face of established doctrine. Copernicus crystallized a lifetime of observations into
a book that was published around the time of his death. Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe was the first to
catalog - correct answers Analyze the historical developments of the Scientific Revolution and the ideas
of the enlightenment and their effects on social, religious, political, economic institutions.
Champlain, Cartier, LaSalle, Frather Marquette, and Joliet. Dutch claims were based on Henry Hudson,
John Cabot - correct answers French claims to North America
The American Revolution and the French Revolution were similar yet different. In addition to both
occurring in the last half of the 18th century, both promoted the liberty of the common people and a
republican government. They were influenced by new political ideology from the Enlightenment. And
both are considered turning important turning points in history.
Several important differences need to be emphasized
