Independence
Why was the american revolution so important?
It encouraged other colonies to fight for independence and it created a constitution that other countries would model their own constitutions after.
What were the three things that John Locke wanted to protect?
Life, Liberty, Property
Where did the industrial Revolution start?
Great Britain
What is a union?
An organization that works to protect workers rights
Name three countries that failed to Industrialize
Egypt, India, Mexico
How did Brazil achieve its independence?
It was a gift from the king of Portugal to his son.
What was Voltaire's Philosophy?
Seperation of government and Religion (church and state).
What was the natural resource that allowed for the industrial revolution?
Coal
What was the first company to provide health insurance to the american people?
Kaiser (ship building company)
Who were the leaders of the Mexican Revolution?
Emiliano Zapata and Pancho Villa
Why was the Haitian revolution so globally impactful?
It was the first time a population of slaves would revolt and take over a country. Others countries became nervous of their own slave populations and put in place stricter policies.
What was Rousseau's philosophy?
The social contract: If Government's mistreat the people, the people have the right to revolt.
How were the lives of women and children impacted during the Industrial Revolution?
They became a part of the workforce, but were further abused by men.
How does capitalism function?
Businesses are owned by private owners, and competition ensures that prices and wages are fair.
Why were Mexicans upset with the government led by then president Porfirio Diaz?
He abused the people, was ashamed of being indigenous, and was corrupted by British/German/American interests.
What was the national assembly in France?
It was the collection of the third estate, they created their own political party and constitution.
What were the three branches of government that Montesquieu wanted to create ensure no one had too much power in a government?
Executive (President), Legislative (Congress), Judicial (Judges)
How does a steam engine work?
Using a heat source, you boil water, and the steam from that process pushes machinery into motion.
What are the negative aspects of Capitalism?
What are sepoys?
Indian citizens who were recruited to fight in the British East India Company's militia.
Why was the Mexican Revolution so violent?
It started as a race war. It was also Spain's most important colony, so they were going to do everything possible to ensure it stayed under their control.
What was Tomas Hobb's Philosophy?
People will naturally make bad decisions, so we need a strong King to enforce laws to keep people in check.
What is the definition of the industrial revolution?
An increase in production brought about by the use of machines characterized by the use of new energy sources.
How is capitalism connected the industrialization?
How did the role of Sepoys change over the course of India's history?
They helped the british gain control of India, but then became the leaders of independence movements to remove them, even if they failed.