Government
Ancient Greece/Renaissance
Culture
Geography
Revolutions
100
What is the difference between a limited and unlimited government?
- An unlimited government is a type of government where the leaders have all of the power.
- A limited government is a type of government limited to the power given to them by the people.
100
What was the Renaissance?
Renaissance” means “rebirth,” it was a time where focus went back to science, humanities, literature and the arts.
100
What is culture? Explain and give 3 examples of cultural traits.
Culture is a word for the “way of life,” or how groups of people do things.
Cultural traits include language, beliefs, traditions, art, music, political systems, technology, architecture, food, religion, and more!
100
Name 2 physical and 2 human geographic features.
Rivers, mountains, deltas, oceans....
Bridges, buildings, roads....
100
What is a revolution?
A revolution is a form of conflict where the people overthrow a government in order to create a new government
200
Give an example of an unlimited government and explain why.
Dictatorship and Monarchy
200
Describe the difference between Athens and Sparta.
Athens valued intelligence and the arts, while Sparta valued honor and being a soldier.
200
Below is the definition for what term?
The spreading of cultural traits and practices from one place to another.
Cultural Diffusion
200
Which of the following events occurred third?
a. Cuba win independence b. Cuba revolts against Spain
c. Cuba is colonized by Spain
d. The US joins the war to help Cuba
D. The US joins the war to help Cuba
300
Describe the three types of government and classify each one as limited or unlimited.
- A dictatorship is an unlimited government led by a dictator.
- A monarchy is a limited form of government led by a king or queen.
- A democracy is a form of limited government that began in Greece. It is characterized as being led by the people though voting for laws or leaders.
300
Which part of Greek culture has been the most significant influence on the United States today? Explain why.
A democratic government.
300
Chesapeake, Virginia is a city in southeastern part of the state. It is mostly flat, with very little hills. However, it has many small rivers and waterways. Visitors come and visit the famous “Great Dismal Swamp”. Because of the many water ways people have built a canal for boats to transport goods. Drawbridges cross the waterways for cars. Even though, it will be very hot and humid in summer, you should come visit for the annual Chesapeake Jubilee!
Find 2 physical and human characteristics.
(SE part of state, canals, drawbridges and festivals)
(Flat with few hills, Has small rivers, has a large swamp, and has hot/humid summers.)
300
Which of the following is NOT a way in which the Spanish-American War and the Mexican Revolution were similar?
a. Both fought for independence
b. Both wanted a new government
c. Both first had unlimited governments
d. Both were controlled by Spain during the revolutions
D. Spain did not have control over Mexico at that time.
400
Fill in the Blanks:
In a democracy, the country is led by____. This is different than a dictatorship, where the leader, called a ___ is not voted for, or who wins through corrupt elections. In a monarchy, the leader is part of the same family of the last leader, they call themselves a __.
Representatives, dictator, king or queen.
400
Describe 4 Renaissance Art characteristics represented in this picture.
Full background, evidence of light, figures in action, emotion, lifelike and 3-D
400
- Which of the following is NOT an example of cultural diffusion? Explain Why.
- Southern cities in the U.S. have signs in both English and Spanish
- Ariana Grande's music is played in New Zealand
- Most states have at least one professional sport
- Blue jeans started in the United States but are now worn all over the world
C.
400
1. Based on the data, what is the population density of Town A?
2. Which is more crowded, Town B or Town C? How do you know?
100 people per sq mile
town B
400
What was the final result of the Mexican Revolution of 1910?
a. They got their independence from Spain
b. They got an unlimited government with a constitution
c. They got a limited government with a constitution
d. They had the same government as before
C. They got a limited government with a constitution
500
The current leader of Chad [country in Africa] has been in power since 1995. He became the president after the military overthrew the government. There are elections for president, but they are seen as corrupt. Under his power, many people have been killed and arrested.
Describe what type of government this is and why?
Dictatorship
500
Describe what a "Renaissance man" is?
What is a modern example and an example from the Renaissance?
Why are these people "Renaissance Men"?
A “Renaissance Man,” is someone who is talented and knowledgeable in many areas.
Leonardo da Vinci was extremely talented – he was a painter, inventor, scientist, scholar, and much more. His most famous works are The Mona Lisa, The Last Supper, The Vitruvian Man
Michelangelo was a sculptor, painter, and an architect. His most famous works are David, the Pieta, and paintings on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
Raphael was a painter and an architect. His most famous works are The School of Athens, The Sistine Madonna, The Transfiguration.
500
For more than 20 years, President Porfirio Diaz ruled Mexico by using violence and intimidation. There were elections for president, however these were seen as corrupt and Diaz won every one.. This is an example of what type of government? Explain why.
Dictatorship because he uses violence to keep his control and power. Also, he cheats in the election so it is not a true democracy.