Columbian Exchange/Immi
Geography
Ukraine/CIS countries
Government
Gorbachev/Bloody Sunday
100
What were some of the things that were brought from America to Europe.
Corn, potatoes, tomatoes, turkey, sweet potatoes, peppers
100
Name 3 countries in North America
United States, Canada, Mexico, Panama, Belize, Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Cuba, Bahamas
100
Why did Russia oppose Ukraine's efforts to strengthen ties with Western countries after 1991?
Russia wanted to preserve its political influence over Ukraine.
100
How did the Magna Carta lead to the development of democratic governments?
It limited the king’s power
100
What role did Father Gapon play in early 20th-century Russia?
He organized a peaceful protest to advocate for workers' rights and political reform.
200
What were some of the things that were brought from Europe to the Americas?
Disease, horses, cows, pigs, goats, slavery
200
What country is directly south of the United States?
Mexico
200
What is one similarity between the governments of Russia and Kazakhstan?
Both nations have a two-house legislature to create laws.
200
What is the main difference between direct democracy in Ancient Greece and representative democracy in Ancient Rome?
Greece had a small population with direct participation in government, while Rome used elected representatives because of its large population.
200
How did Bloody Sunday in 1905 increase tensions between the Russian people and Tsar Nicholas II?
The violent response to the protestors made people trust the Tsar less and increased calls for change,
300
How did the Columbian Exchange impact societies in North America negatively?
It led to the decrease of Native American populations as they died due to European diseases.
300
Name a country in the North America that is an Island.
Haiti, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico
300
How would you describe the role of the President in Kazakhstan?
The president has significant authority (all power)
300
How did the U.S. government system reflect ideas from Athens Greece's democracy?
They both had democracies, governments where citizens vote.
300
What was the primary goal of Gorbachev's reforms?
To address economic and political problems by giving citizens more freedom.
400
What were the three continents that were a part of the Old World and the two continents apart of the New world.
Old World: Europe, Africa, and Asia
New World: North and South America
400
What mountain range is in the Western region of the United States and extends into Canada.
Rocky Mountains
400
In 2014, Russia annexed Crimea, a region that was part of Ukraine. This move was seen by many as an effort by Russia to maintain control over Ukraine’s territory. What was the impact of this event?
It resulted in ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
400
What is the duty of citizens in a representative democracy?
To vote in elections to select leaders.
400
How did the political opportunities for Russian citizens change after the 1905 Revolution?
The creation of the Duma allowed citizens a voice in government, though the czar retained significant control.
500
What were some of the diseases Europeans brough to North America?
Small pox, malaria, measles
500
What mountain range is in the Eastern region of the United States?
Appalachian mountains
500
What was the reason for the tension between Ukraine and Russia after Ukraine declared its independence?
Russia wanted to maintain control over Ukraine's territory and resources.
500
What is the purpose of democratic governments?
To protect the rights of their citizens
500
How did opportunities for Soviet citizens to participate in the political process change under glasnost?
They were allowed to openly criticize government policies and participate in multi-party elections.
600
What is one major effect of the transatlantic slave trade on contemporary societies in North America?
It created a society where people were treated unfairly based on their race, especially in the southern U.S.
600
What body of water lies to the east of Mexico and borders the southeastern United States?
Gulf of Mexico
600
What is a feature of the governments in many Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) countries?
Centralized authority with limited opportunities for citizen participation.
600
How does this statement reflect the principles of a democratic government?
"Our constitution favors the many instead of the few; this is why it is called a democracy. The laws afford equal justice to all in their private differences."
It emphasizes the importance of equal justice for all citizens.
600
How did economic opportunities for Soviet Union citizens change under Perestroika?
Allowed for people to own their own businesses, which allowed them more economic freedom.