unit 1
Where was Tenochtitlan located?
Tenochtitlan was the capital empire of the Aztec empire.
What dynasty was Zheng He a part of and what was he known for on his voyages?
Zheng He was a part of the Ming Dynasty and was known for using Chinese Junks on his travels.
The Islam religion was followed by which empires?
All gunpowder empires followed the Islamic religion.
Cartier was sponsored by France and found which river?
Cartier found the St. Lawrence river.
What are the 3 main causes of the French revolution?
Three main causes are the enlightenment, the american revolution, and the failing economy.
what is a matrilineal society?
A society where social standing was determined by the woman's side of the family.
Horses were the biggest key to whos success, by giving transportation?
The Mongols relied on horses for their success.
How did the Gutenberg printing press make a impact at this time?
The Gutenberg printing press helped improve the literacy rate because it became more accessible to get books and learn to read.
Which world was pigs traded from?
Pigs were trade from Old to New world.
Who wrote the Weath of nations?
Adam Smith wrote the Wealth of Nations or also called the "bible" of capitilism.
What was the main form of the Mayan government?
The main form was a city-state type of government. Meaning each ruled by a king and consisting of a city and its surrounding territory.
Who traveled to Rome/ Jerusalem?
Margery Kemp traveled to those places.
What empire reached their peak under the rule of Suleiman I?
The ottoman empire reached their peak underneath him.
At what year were there 2,000,000 slaves in North America?
In the year 1830 there were 2,000,000 in North America.
Who fought for women's rights during the enlightenment?
Mary Wollstonecraft believed women should have the same rights to education as men.
What is exchanges of land for loyalty called?
It is called feudalism and was used in European civilizations in the middle ages.
What was some of the technology created in the 13th century?
Many new technologies created to be used at sea were lateen sails, stern rudder, astrolabe, and magnetic compass.
What empire was located in present day Iran?
The safavids were located there.
what did Hernan Cortes bring with him to Mexico?
Hernan Cortes brought small pox to Mexico and took out half the population.
What did Thomas Hobbes believe about all people?
He believed that all people were born awful and horrible.
Why was daily blood sacrifice an integral part of the Aztec culture?
The act of sacrificing blood was a key part of the Aztec culture and was done to please the gods. The people would take their blood and put it at temples so that the gods would not lash out and cause droughts or famines. They would also preform sacrifices on their enemies or other tribes.
Describe the difference in how commodities were exchanged along the Silk Road and Indian Ocean trade routes.
The difference between how goods were traded on the Indian Ocean trade routes and the silk road is that the Silk Road was on land and used camels to carry luxury goods. Whereas the Indian Ocean trade routes would use ships to export regular bulk goods. So not only did the exchange different good they also exchanged it in different ways.
How did Akbar promote tolerance in the Mughal Empire?
Akbar promoted tolerance in the Mughal Empire by having people of other religions work in the government. He would allow other religions that were not Muslim, to work in the court system. This was a big deal because most people believed that only their religion was correct and everyone else was wrong.
List and define the three "motivating factors" for exploration during the 15th century?
The three motivating factors for exploration are God, Gold, and Glory. Explorers would travel to spread their religion, to get recognition, and to make money.
What was the "Cult of domesticity" and how did it impact the thoughts of Mary Wollstonecraft?
The "Cult of Domesticity" believed that women are made to had kids and take care of the house. Whereas Mary believed women should have the right to become educated and to do more with their lives rather than just staying at home.