Classroom Culture
What’s one way to show respect when others are speaking?
Listen without interrupting and stay engaged
What is an absolute monarch?
A ruler with complete power over the government and people
Where did the Industrial Revolution begin?
Great Britain
What is nationalism?
Pride, loyalty, or devotion to one’s nation or ethnic group
What is imperialism?
When a stronger nation takes control of weaker territories
What does it mean to “own your learning” in this class?
Take responsibility for your work, effort, and participation
What idea claimed a king’s authority came from God?
The Divine Right of Kings
What invention powered machines and transportation during the Industrial Revolution?
The steam engine
Who unified Germany in 1871 under the slogan “Blood and Iron”?
Otto von Bismarck
What was the “Scramble for Africa”?
European nations competing to claim African land and resources
What should you do if you disagree with someone respectfully?
Use evidence, not attitude — “I see it differently because…”
What document limited the power of the English king in 1215?
The Magna Carta
What were two social costs of industrialization?
Poor working conditions, child labor, pollution, inequality
How did nationalism unite people?
It brought together people with shared culture/language
How did industrialization fuel imperialism?
Industrial nations needed raw materials and markets for goods
Why is collaboration a valuable skill beyond school?
It’s essential for solving problems and working in teams
Name one way Enlightenment thinkers challenged absolute monarchs.
Promoted reason, equality, or government by consent of the governed
What were two social benefits of the Industrial Revolution?
More jobs, new technology, cheaper goods, longer life expectancy
How did nationalism make countries more willing to go to war?
They believed their nation was superior and wanted to prove strength
What was one negative effect of imperialism on colonized regions?
Exploitation of people and resources, loss of independence, or cultural suppression
How does respectful discussion in class relate to studying world history?
Understanding conflict and cooperation helps us analyze how nations interact
How did the end of absolutism help set the stage for WWI?
Power shifted to nations built on nationalism and rival governments rather than royal families
How did industrialization contribute to tensions before WWI?
It created economic competition, military technology, and rivalries among industrial powers
Why was nationalism one of the main causes of WWI?
Competing national pride and ethnic rivalries increased tensions in Europe (especially in the Balkans)
How could imperialism lead to WWI?
Rivalries over colonies increased distrust and competition between European powers