Physical features of Ancient Egypt and Kush/Apartheid
What are ancient Egypt and Kush known for?
The ancient Egyptians built huge pyramids as tombs for their pharaohs. Their ability to construct these pyramids indicates they understood mathematics and engineering.
Why has democracy had trouble establishing itself in Africa?
The quick exit of European powers left a “power vacuum,” in which the strongest party could easily take over and preserve power for themselves.
What are some international efforts that have been made to help Africa?
World Health Organization tracking water-borne illness, African Union combatting terrorism, World Food Programmer donated food.
How has technology both benefited and harmed the countries of East Asia?
Technology has strengthened the economies of East Asia, but it has also contributed to challenges such as pollution.
What Chinese spiritual tradition does this practice reflect?
This practice reflects the Chinese spiritual tradition of honoring ancestors.
How did apartheid affect people's lives, and how did they respond?
Apartheid established a system of white minority rule over the country of South Africa that resulted in the eviction of members of the Black community from their homes.
What kind of monarchies do African governments have?
Absolute or constitutional
What was the most rugged terrain formed by?
The collision of tectonic plates.
How have communism and nationalism shaped government and society in East Asia?
Nationalism and communism divided the Chinese people after World War II and led to a civil war.
Why was it important to the Chinese to honor and respect their ancestors?
They thought that if they honored their ancestors’ spirits, the ancestors would protect and guide them.
What do the pyramids suggest about the importance of religion in ancient Egyptian society?
It suggested that religion was one of the primary focuses of the government and of the people.
How did African countries gain independence?
They gained independence from their colonies in three stages.
Why is public health in Africa an economic issue?
The parts of Africa where deadly diseases such as AIDS are common often suffer labor shortages that damage their economies.
What are some of the most critical challenges facing East Asia?
North Korea’s development of nuclear weapons; China’s air, soil, and water pollution; conflicts over island territories.
What are some main differences between the ideas of Confucianism and Daoism?
Daoism does not emphasize the morals, rituals, and learning that Confucianism values. Daoism is rooted in the principle of balance in nature, while Confucianism is based on relationships between people.
What was apartheid?
Was a system of racial segregation and discrimination in South Africa.
What is African government.
Is a broad term that encompasses different forms and levels of political authority in the continent.
What are some examples of physical terrains in East Asia?
High mountains, vast deserts, cold climates, and Pacific waters.
How has government in East Asia changed over time?
For centuries, kingdoms and empires ruled by family clans, dynasties, and shoguns ruled the region. Chinese communist and nationalist groups ended the last dynasty and then went to war for control of the nation.
Can someone be both a Confucianist and a Daoist?
Perhaps. Even though Confucianism and Daoism have differences, they do not directly contradict one another.
Who benefitted from the resources in Egypt? Who benefitted from the resources in Kush?
Egypt did produce excess food, however, and it was distributed to all classes of people.Egypt wanted some of them, including gold. By overpowering Kush, Egypt was able to forcefully obtain the resources it wanted.
How might the history of Africa been different if the continent did not have so many valuable resources?
The slave trade still might have existed, but once that came to an end, there might have been less European involvement in Africa.
How is geography contributing to African instability?
In instability happens due to environmental challenges. This causes conflict throughout the continent.
What are the most significant economic, political, and environmental challenges facing East Asia?
Over population. Increase population can effect water, supply, garbage removal, and etc.
What were the three major religions and philosophies?
Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism.