Dutch Golden Age
The Netherlands' location on the North Sea led to it becoming a center for what?
Fishing and trade
Why was the Taj Mahal built?
As a tomb for Jahan's favorite wife
Why did King Louis choose the sun as the symbol for his monarchy?
He felt that he was as important to France as the sun is to the world
Why is Tibet called the Roof of the World?
Because of its high elevation
What is the castle built by William the Conquerer now called?
Tower of London
Why do dodos no longer live on Mauritius?
Early settlers hunter them and introduced animals that were enemies of the dodo and they became extinct.
What did Peter create for Russia in order to engage in the Great Northern War?
Navy
What did Bach believe the aim of all music should be?
To glorify God
What are moai?
Large stone statues on Easter Island
What term is used to describe the lifestyle that encouraged the piety or spiritual devotion of individuals?
pietism
Why did the Dutch establish a colony on the cape of Good Hope?
to grow fresh produce to supply crews of passing ships
How did Akbar treat his subjects that won him favor in their eyes?
He was tolerant of other religions, employed Hindus in government, and ended the tax on non-muslims.
Why did thousands of Huguenots flee France during Louis' reign?
Louis XIV repealed the Edict of Nantes, which had given them the right to worship freely.
What animal is particularly important to the traditional way of life in Tibet?
What happened in London in the summer of 1666?
Great fire and 80% of the city burned
What kind of plantations did the Dutch colonists establish in Mauritius?
sugar
How much land did Peter the Great rule in relation to other countries?
he ruled the largest country on earth
Bach's compositions are considered to be the high point of what type of music?
Baroque
The original settlers of Easter Island were likely from what people group?
Polynesian
What did Philip Jacob opener hold in his home?
meetings for believers to share bible reading, prayer, and their life experiences
Who was Rembrandt?
How did Aurangzeb weaken the unity of the Mughal Empire?
He was an aggressive leader, he was unkind to the Sikhs and Hindus, and those people rebelled against him.
What kind of route did King Louis hope French explorers would find in North America?
The Potala Palace is the traditional home of whom?
The Dalai Lama
What did the Bill of Rights passed by Parliament in 1689 mean for England?
The powers of the monarch were now limited and certain liberties for individuals were guaranteed
Who used to hide around Le Morne Mountain?
runaway slaves
Why did Peter tour in the Grand Embassy?
Tried to get other monarchs to join him as allies, he learned European customs, and recruited experts to help Russia
What position did Bach hold in Leipzig, Germany?
Kapellmeister (musical director) for the Thomaskirche and its school
He was winner of a race in which men swam to a nearby island, collected a sooty tern egg, swam back, and climbed a cliff
What sign inspired Zinzendorf to devote himself to Christian service?
A painting of Christ wearing the crown of thorns that said "All this I did for you, what are you doing for me?"
What led to the end of the Dutch Golden Age?
England fought with them and their resources were drained. Other countries Brough more competition in trade.
Who founded the Mughal Empire, and where was in located?
Babur (or Zahiruddin Muhammad); it was located in modern day India, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan (other lands may be mentioned- map on 723)
What is the Palace of Versailles? Where is it located?
Louis XIV's royal residence, about 12 miles outside of Paris
What is MT Everest and where is it located?
tallest mountain in the world, and located in the Himalayan mountains of Tibet
Who were the opposing sides in England's civil war?
King Charles I and his army against Oliver Cromwell and his Puritan forces
Most people on Mauritius today are descended from what groups?
European settlers, African slaves, Chinese traders, Asian Indian laborers and traders
Captured the Port city of Azov. This gave them a warm water port that provided greater opportunities for Russian traders and Russian military.
What are three types of compositions Bach wrote for use in church services?
cantatas, oratorios, and motets
Who were the first Europeans to set foot on Easter Island? From where and when?
Jacob Roggeveen and his crew from the Netherlands, 1722