Unit 1
What types of geographic features are needed to form a civilization?
Rivers
River Valley
Due to the challenging terrain of Greece, hoe did ancient Greeks typically travel?
By Sea/Sialing/Boat
A government where the ruler (king or queen) has divine right and their power cannot be questions
Absolute Monarchy
Technology like the compass, Astrolabe, Caravel ships, and Lateen Sails improved what parts of travel?
Trade by making sailing easier and quicker
Exploration of new territory by making navigation easier
A religion with multiple gods
Polytheistic
What is the spread of beliefs, traditions, and ideas across different locations and backgrounds?
Cultural Diffusion
Form of Government run by the people
Democracy
What was the name of the System where nobles lived in large houses with servants and knights?
The Manor System
A period of time where there was a rebirth of ancient Greek and Roman ideals. Also, a rebirth or education, the arts, and overall culture.
The Renaissance
A religion with one god
Monotheistic/Monotheism
What shows you cardinal directions on a map?
Compass Rose
A form of government where power rests with the people to vote and is exercised by representatives.
Republic
A period of time where society began to question the church and their practices. This lead to a reforming of some churches
The Reformation
How does the Mona Lisa represent part of the renaissance?
The painting demonstrates new art styles being used to paint individuals
A practice where human beings are seen as property and can be sold to others
Slavery
What is a historical theme involving leaders, laws, voting, representation, and types of government?
Political
A group of nations or people ruled by a single emperor or empress
Empire
What is the name of the system where the King has power and distributes it down to nobles?
The Feudal System
What was traded on the Columbian exchange?
Raw Materials and Diseases
A group of people who leave their native land to rule over another group of people. This is usually a group of people backed by a strong nation or empire.
Colony
What is a historical theme involving language, art, music, traditions, and other cultural aspects?
Social
Name of the Trade network that ran from China to Europe?
The Silk Road
The Black Death was the name of several plagues which spread through Asia, northern Africa, and Europe and killed many. How did the Black Death effect the Feudal system of the Middle Ages?
A lower population of peasants demanded more opportunities
What are the 3 G's of Exploration?
God, Gold, Glory
What is another word for new ideas and inventions?
Innovation