First Semester
Describe Irrigation
System of channels and canals to bring water to crops, enabling agriculture in dry regions
Factory System
Method of production using machines, division of labor, and centralized workplaces to manufacture goods on a large scale (Mass production)
Democracy
Government system where power is held by the people through voting and representation
Describe the benefits of trade routes.
Established pathways used for commercial exchange between regions (e.g., Silk Road)
Which high school did I graduate from?
Socorro High
How does a Primary Source differ from a Secondary Source?
A primary source is an original document, artifact, or firsthand account created during or immediately after an event by someone who directly witnessed or participated in it.
Describe Urbanization
The mass movement of people from rural areas to cities as factories created new job opportunities
Communism
Political ideology based on common ownership of property and elimination of social classes.
(Everyone equal under the government)
Describe Capitalism
Economic system based on private ownership and free market competition. Supply and Demand oriented.
What is my favorite coffee shop?
Dutch Bros
What is Cuneiform
Early writing system developed by the Sumerians using wedge-shaped marks pressed into clay tablets
Water contamination led to which sickness in particular?
Cholera
Monarchy
Form of government ruled by a king or queen
Describe Mercantilism
Economic policy where nations accumulate wealth through TRADE surplus and colonization
What sport did I last coach here at PHHS?
Baseball
The city-state of _________ was the birthplace of democracy
Athens
OPEN FOR ALL!!!
List 2 setbacks from the industrialization period
Living Conditions
Working Conditions
Child Labor
Nationalism
Intense pride in one's nation; belief that national interests should take priority.
Command Economy
Government owns all of the resources and means of production.
What is my favorite era to teach?
World War II
Which city-state was the "enemy" or rival of Athens?
Sparta
OPEN FOR ALL!!!
What were the 3 major inventions of the Industrialization period?
Cotton Gin
Spinning Jenny
Steam Engine
Reformation in Europe
Religious movement in 16th century Europe that challenged the Roman Catholic Church and led to the creation of Protestant churches
Describe Feudalism
Medieval social and economic system based on landowners and peasants. Land in exchange for labor/service.
What is my biggest pet peeve in the classroom?
Students walking in late.
Students going to the "restroom" just to hang out with friends.
Students turning in assignments 3 weeks late, and demanding I grade and change grade immediately.