Unit 1
What word describes the 'worship practices' that Arabian people performed?
The Arabian people practiced polytheism, which means they worshiped more than one god.
What provided transportation and food to the Mongols?
The Camel provided transportation and food to the Mongols, leading to their large success.
What religions did the Mughals practice?
On a large scale, the Mughals practiced Islam and Hinduism.
What is Cortes remembered for?
Hernán Cortes is remembered for conquering the Aztec capital city of Tenochtitlan.
What is The Enlightenment?
The Enlightenment is when people where skeptical about the scientific revolution. This lead to people questioning religious and political values.
What is Animism?
Animism is an Incan belief that all elements of the natural world possess spiritual significance.
What items had a popular demand on the Indian Ocean routes?
On the Indian Ocean routes, spices, silk, textiles, ivory, precious metals, and ceramics had high demand.
Under the rule of Suleiman 1, what happened to the Ottoman Empire?
Under the rule of Suleiman 1 Ottoman Empire expanded its territory and strengthened its military.
What disease got brought to the Old World by the New World and what effects did it have on the people?
Syphilis was brought to the Old World by the New World and it caused widespread illness and death.
Who was John Locke?
John Locke was a thinker who believed every being was born with a blank slate (tabula rasa). He believed that the government existed to protects natural rights.
When the Mayan ruled, what was their main form of government?
The main form of the Mayan government was City- States, meaning each city-state had its ruler.
What group surpassed the Song Dynasty?
In Eastern China, the Yuan Dynasty, led by Kublai Khan, overtook the Song Dynasty.
What is the difference between the importance of Shah Ismail l and Shah Abbas l?
Shah Ismail l and Shah Abbas l were both Safavid leaders; However, Ismail l built the empire based on Shia Islam, and Abbas l modernized the empire (army) as he was more religiously tolerant toward Christians.
What is mercantilism and what are some examples of a "mercantilist policy"?
Mercantilism is an economic theory where countries try to increase their wealth by exporting more than they import. Some examples of a "mercantilist policy" are establishing colonies, high tariffs, and restricting the import of certain goods.
Who was Thomas Hobbes?
Thomas Hobbes established the social contract theory. Hobbes believed that everyone was evil and that they needed laws.
What issue was not resolved when the Magna Carta was made?
The Magna Carta did not end the 100 years war. The Magna Carta was primarily related to the power of the monarchy.
What is the difference between Samarkand and Kashgar?
Both of these cities were found on the Silk Road; However, Samarkand is known for its diverse religions and Kashgar is known for is ample supply of water, food, leather goods, ect.
What is Protestantism and why was it developed?
Protestantism is a branch of Christianity that developed as a reaction against certain practices of the Catholic Church, led by Martin Luther, who pursued reforms in church doctrine and practices.
What is important about Magellan's exploration?
Magellan was the first explorer to go around the whole globe. This helped prove that the Earth is not flat and that the Earth is round.
Who was Voltaire?
Voltaire was a religious thinker who believed that God set the universe in motion, and then just let it run naturally. This challenged the Catholic Theory.
"What is one similarity between Aztec, Mayan, and Incan religions?"
One similarity between the Aztecs, Mayans, and Incans is that their polytheistic. All three religions partook in sacrifices. They are also all theocrasies(religion influences law). They all believe that the gods are fully in power (over weather and other natural occurrences).
"Why was Mansa Musa's journey from Mali to Mecca influential during the 1300's?"
Mansa Musa's journey from Mali to Mecca was influential during the 1300's by building Mosques. These mosques were built for the people who couldn't afford to travel. Mansa Musa also took some Muslims to Mecca and gave out free gold. The gold was a cultural consequence of exchange.
List the gunpowder empires and discuss one similarity that they all share.
The three gunpowder empires are the Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal. One similarity is that they were all Muslim. The empires' expansion efforts were all based on spreading the Islamic religion.
How did 'God, Gold, and Glory' impact motivations for European exploration?
'God, Gold, and Glory' impacted motivation for European exploration by expanding and exploring a new land. The explorers used investors to pay for their trips. The explorers got more worshipers' money and the people respected them.
What is a social contract (according to John Locke and Tomas Hobbes)?
According to John Locke and Tomas Hobbes, a social contract is when the government creates laws and your job is to follow them. This contract creates less conflict and keeps people safe. Lock believed that people were born with a tabula rasa (clean slate) and Hobbes believed that all people are evil. They came together and from the social contract.