China and Japan in the 1600s
What was the main reason for Japan's isolationist policy during this period?
Fear of foreign influence and the desire to maintain traditional culture
Name one motive for European exploration in the 15th century.
The pursuit of new trade routes
What was the capital of the Ottoman Empire?
Constantinople
What was one major impact of the transatlantic slave trade on African societies?
Population decline and social disruption.
It was a powerful state known for its rich resources and trade networks.
Corn, beans, and squash
Who was the first emperor of the Qing Dynasty?
Nurhaci
Who was the Italian explorer that sailed under the Spanish flag and is credited with discovering the Americas?
Christopher Columbus
Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire in India?
Babur.
Name the African kingdom known for its wealth due to gold trade
The Kingdom of Mali.
What was the Iroquois Confederacy?
A political alliance of several Native American tribes for mutual defense.
What was the significance of the Tokugawa Shogunate in Japanese history?
It established a period of peace and stability known as the Edo period
What was the Treaty of Tordesillas?
An agreement between Spain and Portugal to divide newly discovered lands
Describe one way the Safavid Empire influenced Persia
It established Shia Islam as the state religion.
What was the role of the middle passage in the slave trade?
It was the route taken by slave ships from Africa to the Americas.
How did Native American societies view land ownership differently from Europeans?
They saw land as a communal resource rather than private property.
Which European country was the first to establish trade relations with Japan?
Portugal.
Which technological advancement helped facilitate exploration during this period?
The astrolabe
What was the significance of Suleiman the Magnificent in the Ottoman Empire?
He expanded the empire and reformed its legal system
Describe one cultural impact of European colonization on Africa.
The introduction of Christianity and Western education
What role did trade play among Native American tribes before European contact?
It facilitated cultural exchange and established alliances
How did the Ming Dynasty influence China's economy in the 1600s?
The Ming Dynasty expanded trade and agriculture, leading to increased wealth
Explain the impact of the Age of Exploration on indigenous populations
Explain the impact of the Age of Exploration on indigenous populations
Compare the governance styles of the Ottoman and Mughal empires
Both empires utilized a centralized administration but differed in religious tolerance levels
Explain the significance of the Ashanti Empire in West Africa
It was a powerful state known for its rich resources and trade networks.
Discuss the impact of European colonization on Native American populations.
It led to significant population decline due to disease and conflict.