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What was a significant outcome of Louis XIV's absolutism in France?

  • Decline in legislative powers of the monarchy
  • Complete government control over trade leading to Mercantilism (correct)
  • Increased independence for regional governments
  • Establishment of a constitutional monarchy

Which document marked a shift towards limited government power in England?

  • English Bill of Rights (correct)
  • Declaration of Independence
  • Treaty of Westphalia
  • Magna Carta (correct)

What major construction project did Emperor Yongle complete to symbolize power consolidation in the Ming Dynasty?

  • The Silk Road
  • The Forbidden City (correct)
  • The Grand Canal
  • The Great Wall

What tax system change occurred during the Ming Dynasty compared to the Mongol rule?

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What role did the Black Death play in the context of governance during the period?

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Which action was taken by the Emperor Kangxi to gain power?

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The Ming dynasty's foreign policy was characterized by which of the following?

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What was a significant consequence of the death of Kublai Khan?

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Which of the following best describes the Haijin policy implemented during the Ming dynasty?

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What influenced the changing trade dynamics in Ming China?

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What was Ivan III known for in relation to the boyars?

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What system did the Sudebnik establish regarding the nobility?

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Which of the following leaders is known for transforming Russia into a European-style empire?

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What event occurred when serfs fled lands in St. Petersburg due to taxes?

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What was a significant characteristic of the Ming Dynasty in restoring China?

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What economic strategy did the Ottomans use to consolidate power through taxation?

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What policy did the Ming Dynasty implement that restricted trade?

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How did the jizya tax contribute to society within the Ottoman Empire?

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How did the Mongol tax system differ from the Ming tax system?

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What was a significant consequence of the Portuguese trading post empire?

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What was the primary purpose of the Triangular Trade?

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What was a major outcome of the decline in economic systems during this period?

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What was the objective of mercantilism as practiced by European nations?

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What was one of the key outcomes of the Age of Exploration for Spain and Portugal?

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Which factor resulted in the rise of European rivalries during the era of maritime empires?

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What was the benefit of joint-stock companies formed during the Commercial Revolution?

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What was the main reason the Yongle Emperor's maritime voyages were halted after his death?

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How did the Manchu consolidate their power after taking over the Ming government?

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What was a significant societal change in Japan during the Tokugawa period?

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What was the motivation behind the imposition of the Haijin or sea ban in China?

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What role did the Orthodox Church play during the political fragmentation of Kievan Rus?

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What was Emperor Kangxi's approach to Western influence during the Qing Dynasty?

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Which of the following was a consequence of the Little Ice Age in China?

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What was the Tokugawa Shogunate's approach to foreign relations?

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What effect did the Little Ice Age have on Ming China?

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What was one consequence of Aurangzeb's policies in the Mughal Empire?

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Which of the following changes did Peter the Great implement in Russian religion?

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What was a prominent effect of the Columbian Exchange on the Americas?

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What was a significant result of the Slave Trade in terms of gender roles?

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The Battle of Chaldiran is associated with conflicts that affected which religious group?

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What was one of Akbar's reforms in relation to religious tolerance?

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What major geographic event coincided with the Age of Exploration?

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What social structure did Peter the Great attempt to change in Russia?

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What did the Ming Dynasty experience as a result of environmental changes?

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What was the impact of the Columbian Exchange on population demographics?

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What was one of the factors leading to the decline of the Ming Dynasty?

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What type of tax was reintroduced by Aurangzeb in the Mughal Empire?

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How did the Slave Trade influence African gender roles?

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Flashcards

Columbian Exchange

The exchange of plants, animals, diseases, and cultures between the Americas and Europe.

Absolutism

A system of government where one ruler holds all power.

Constitutionalism

A system of government where power is limited by a constitution.

Ming Dynasty Restoration

The Ming dynasty re-established Han Chinese rule in China, shifting many governmental and economic structures after the Mongol era.

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Mercantilism

An economic system in which government control over trade is used to increase a nation's wealth.

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Ming Dynasty voyages

Zheng He's voyages to show China's power and collect tribute, highlighting state expansion.

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Haijin

China's sea ban, a policy of isolationism following Zheng He's voyages.

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Tokugawa Shogunate

The long-lasting Japanese shogunate established by Ieyasu, unifying Japan after feudalism.

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Sakoku

Japan's isolationist foreign policy, prohibiting trade and travel abroad.

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Qing Dynasty adoption of Confucianism

The Qing Dynasty (Manchu) legitimized their rule by adopting Confucian rituals.

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Kievan Rus' political fragmentation

The breakdown of the Kievan Rus' central government.

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Moscow as bureaucratic center

Moscow became the administrative center of the Orthodox Church during Kievan Rus' political fragmentation.

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Manchu takeover of Ming Dynasty

The Manchu overthrew the Ming Dynasty and established the Qing Dynasty, similar to the Mongol Yuan Dynasty.

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Ivan III (The Great)

The first Tsar of Russia who consolidated power, limited the nobility's privileges, and began the process of centralizing Russia. He also introduced the Sudebnik, a legal code, and weakened the power of the boyars (nobility).

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Sudebnik

A system of laws introduced by Ivan III (The Great) in Russia, which served as a code of laws and aimed to restrict the privileges of the nobility (boyars) and strengthen the power of the Tsar.

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Ivan IV (The Terrible)

The second Tsar of Russia who followed his grandfather, Ivan III. He consolidated power even further, focusing on expansion and centralization. Known for his cruelty and paranoia.

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Peter the Great

A Russian Tsar who transformed Russia into a modern, European-style empire. He introduced Western reforms in various areas including military, education, culture, and administration.

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Ottoman Empire

A powerful Islamic empire that arose after the fall of the Mongol Il-Khanate, known for its military strength, strong administration, and vast territorial expansion.

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Safavid Empire

A Persian Empire that emerged after the fall of the Mongol Il-Khanate, known for its strong military, Shia Islamic faith, and flourishing arts and culture.

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Mughal Empire

An Islamic empire that rose in India, known for its grand architecture, cultural achievements, and rule by powerful emperors like Akbar.

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Ming Dynasty (Restoring China)

The Chinese dynasty that rose after the decline of the Mongol Yuan Dynasty, restoring Han Chinese rule. Important changes include the return to Confucian tradition, civil service exams, completion of the Great Wall, and restoration of the Grand Canal, all helping legitimize and consolidate power.

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Rise of Nobles

The rise of power of the nobles in Ming China and Russia (under Ivan IV) is due to the weakening of their respective emperors. These rulers relied on nobles for power, leading to their strengthening as the emperors lost control.

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Ming China's Isolationism

Ming China's 'Haijin', or Sea Ban, policy limited foreign trade and travel after the voyages of Zheng He. This isolationism aimed to restrict Western influence and protect the empire's stability.

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Japan's Sakoku Policy

Similar to China's 'Haijin', Japan's 'Sakoku' policy restricted foreign contact and trade after the Tokugawa Shogunate's unification. To protect Japan's stability and keep Western influences at bay.

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Kublai Khan's Death Impact

Kublai Khan's death led to the restoration of the Han dynasty in China, marking the end of the Yuan Dynasty and the beginning of the Ming Dynasty.

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Why did the Ottoman Empire develop?

The Ottoman Empire, a powerful empire in the Middle East, gained power because of the conquest of Constantinople by Mehmed II. This victory consolidated the empire's power and ushered in a new era of expansion.

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Jizya Tax

A tax levied on non-Muslims in the Ottoman Empire, contributing to religious tolerance but also impacting the empire's economic system.

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Timar System

Land grants given to Ottoman soldiers in exchange for military service. It later evolved into 'tax farming' where individuals collected taxes and kept the excess, creating a burden on the lower classes.

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Portuguese Trading Post Empire

A network of fortified trading posts established by the Portuguese throughout Africa and India, primarily controlling trade routes and taxing goods rather than conquering entire territories.

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Joint Stock Companies

Companies formed during the Commercial Revolution, funded by investors to finance exploration and compete with other nations. An example is the British East India Company.

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Triangular Trade

A complex trade network involving Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Europe exported goods and weapons to Africa, traded for slaves, who were shipped to the Americas for labor, producing crops like tobacco that were then exported back to Europe.

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What was a key factor driving the Age of Exploration?

The quest for Gold, Glory, and God (GGG). European powers sought wealth, prestige, and to spread Christianity through expansion.

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How did the Ottoman Empire generate wealth?

The Ottoman Empire acted as middlemen in trade routes between Asia, Europe, and Africa, collecting taxes on these routes.

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What was a consequence of European maritime empires?

European rivalries arose, as nations competed for resources and territories, exemplified by the French and Indian War fought for control of the Ohio River Valley.

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Akbar's Religious Policy

Akbar, the Mughal emperor, promoted religious tolerance, removing the Jizya tax and fostering unity between different religious groups.

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Aurangzeb's Religious Policy

Aurangzeb, Akbar's successor, reversed Akbar's tolerant policies by reinstating the Jizya tax and persecuting non-Muslims.

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Impact of Slave Trade on Gender Roles

The growth of the slave trade, particularly in Russia, led to a shift in gender roles, ending polygamy and influencing the veiling of women.

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Peter the Great's Religious Reforms

Peter the Great abolished the Patriarchate of the Russian Orthodox Church, replacing it with the Holy Synod, a more controlled body of priests.

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Little Ice Age

A period of cooling temperatures that caused environmental changes, impacting the Ming Dynasty in China.

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Ming Dynasty Decline

The Little Ice Age led to peasant uprisings and contributed to the decline of the Ming Dynasty, paving the way for the Manchu Qing Dynasty.

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Columbian Exchange Impact on Disease

The Columbian Exchange saw the introduction of new diseases, particularly smallpox, to the Americas, causing a devastating demographic shift.

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Columbian Exchange Impact on Demography

The Columbian Exchange, and especially the introduction of new diseases, caused a drastic decline in the Amerindian population, leading to significant demographic changes.

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Study Notes

Period Info

  • Technological advancements led to increased sea-based trade, weakening land-based empires.
  • European power and prosperity expanded, while land-based nomadic power decreased.
  • European labor systems shifted, with an increased reliance on slave labor in the Americas.

Cultural Developments and Interactions (Religion)

  • Neo-Confucianism emerged in China, incorporating elements of other beliefs.
  • Bhakti Movement in Hinduism and syncretic Buddhism-Confucianism interactions resulted in shifts in religious practices and beliefs within China.
  • Hinduism and Confucianism shared similarities in promoting social harmony through societal hierarchies.
  • Aztec and Inca civilizations practiced human sacrifice as part of their religious rituals.
  • Islam split into Sunni and Shia factions, leading to varying interpretations and practices.
  • Christianity experienced a schism between Catholicism and Protestantism, which created various denominations.
  • The Renaissance challenged the authority of the Catholic Church by emphasizing individuality and humanism.
  • The printing press facilitated the spread of religious ideas and translations.

Governance (Method of running the empire, structure of government)

  • Empires like the Ming, Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal used gunpowder technology for expansion.
  • These empires employed various methods to increase their influence, including military conquest, trade control, and political maneuvering.

Environment (Disease)

  • The Little Ice Age affected agricultural production in Ming China.
  • Major changes occurred in population due to the Columbian Exchange as disease spread across continents.

Cultural Changes

  • Forced assimilation of Christianity by Europeans differed from practices elsewhere.
  • Social changes: The creation of a Caste system in Latin America, which differed from North America's settler colonies.
  • Interactions with other cultures influenced belief systems, resulting in syncretism.

Maritime Exploration

  • Europeans established trading posts, expanding their influence and control over trade routes.
  • Changes in maritime technology, like the development of the Fluyt ship, improved the efficiency of transoceanic trade.
  • Mercantilism and the formation of joint-stock companies greatly influenced the expansion of European trade.

Social Interactions/Organization

  • The caste system emerged and became increasingly prominent in Latin America.
  • Religious and political factors shaped social structures within various Empires.

Economic Systems

  • Empires employed various methods of taxation to fund their activities.
  • Trading post empires and the transatlantic slave trades also affected economic systems and impacted global trade.

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Test your knowledge on the significant cultural developments and religious interactions that shaped history, including the emergence of Neo-Confucianism and the Bhakti Movement. Explore the impacts of technological advancements on trade and the dynamic between land and sea-based empires. This quiz covers various religions and their evolving practices during this transformative period.

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