History
When the Portuguese empire expanded, how far did it eventually reach?
As far as Brazil, India, and China
The act of guiding a ship or other vehicle from place to place
Navigation
Who originated efforts toward Japanese unification during the Sengoku period?
Oda Nobunga
Do you think war is necessary for political change to occur? Why?
Free Response
The Mughal era was a period of economic growth. Which cities grew to be commercial centers?
Delhi, Agra and Lahore
A revolt; an act of rising up against the government
Uprising
What happened to King Charles I during the English Revolution?
He was executed
During the period of the Opium wars, people became addicted to opium. What are some other things that people can become addicted to?
Free response
What phrase would best describe the Edo period in Japan?
A time of creativity, literary expression and elegance
Relating to the sea and to ships
Maritime
Who build the Taj Mahal and who was it in memory of?
Why do you think people have created art throughout history?
Free response
What was the significance of the alliance between Ming loyalists and the Manchus?
It enabled the Manchus to capture Beijing and establish Qing rule
The ability to recover strength, courage, good humor, etc., after a difficult situation
Which emperor was considered the best during the Mughal Empire?
Akbar was considered the best
The Kimono is an iconic item of Japanese clothing. What are some other iconic items of clothing from other countries that you know about?
Free response
What is the best description of post-revolution Russia?
An era of instability and political division
A noticeable negative difference between two or more things
Disparity
Why are the Medici Family well known throughout history? give at least 3 examples of things they did
Free response
What do you think is better, a Monarchy or a Republic? Why?
Free response