LT1 and LT2
100: What is the capital of Ukraine?
Kyiv
100: Which civilization created the first well-known form of democracy in Europe?
The civilization was Ancient Greece, especially Athens.
100: Who was Adam Smith and what was his contribution to economics?
Adam Smith was an economist who wrote The Wealth of Nations and promoted free-market capitalism.
100: What is a key difference between parliamentary and presidential systems?
In a parliamentary system, the executive comes from the legislature; in a presidential system, they are separate.
100: What sparked the recent conflict between Russia and Ukraine?
The conflict escalated when Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, following tensions over territory and NATO influence.
200: Name two physical features of Europe.
Alps Mountains and the Danube River.
200: Name two causes of World War I.
M.A.I.N
200: What is the significance of the Enlightenment?
The Enlightenment emphasized reason, individual rights, and scientific thinking, influencing modern democracy.
200: Discuss how European democracy has influenced American democracy.
European democracy influenced the U.S. through ideas like checks and balances and individual rights.
200: Name the one organization involved in the conflict.
One organization involved is NATO.
300: Which country is located on the Iberian Peninsula?
Bonus to name the third, lesser known country on the peninsula
Spain or Portugal
300: What is the genocide called that was perpetrated by the Germans during WWII
The genocide was the Holocaust.
300: How did the Printing Press influence the Reformation?
The Printing Press allowed ideas to spread quickly, helping the Reformation grow.
400: What are the primary features of a parliamentary system?
Features include:
300: What are the implications of NATO's involvement in the Russia-Ukraine war?
NATO’s involvement increases tensions with Russia and raises concerns about wider war, while supporting Ukraine.
What was one motive for European exploration?
The three G's: God, Glory, and Gold
400: Describe the impact of the Roman Empire on European borders today.
The Roman Empire influenced modern European borders, languages (Latin roots), and legal systems.
400: Define "natural laws" in the context of Enlightenment philosophy.
Natural laws are rules believed to come from nature and reason, not government (ex: rights to life and liberty).
500: Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of European versus American democratic systems.
400: Discuss the historical context of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Historically, Ukraine was part of the Soviet Union, and Russia has long viewed it as strategically and culturally important.
200: How did colonization impact indigenous populations?
Colonization often led to disease, displacement, and population decline among indigenous peoples.
500: Analyze the effects of the crusades on modern day political geography.
The Crusades increased interaction between Europe and the Middle East, influencing trade routes and shaping long-term political tensions.
500: Compare the cultural impact of the Renaissance to earlier European movements.
The Renaissance revived art, science, and classical learning, leading to greater creativity and humanism compared to earlier, more religious-focused periods.
In this system, voters usually choose a political party, and the party selects the leader of the government.
parliamentary system
How do Americans vote for their leaders?
500: Analyze how the war has affected European political alliances today.
The war has strengthened NATO alliances, increased military spending in Europe, and pushed countries to reconsider security and energy dependence.