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Which ancient civilization is credited with the invention of writing?
Who are the three famous philosophers from Ancient Greece?
What is the process by which species change over time?
What is the scientific study of the structure, behavior, and evolution of the universe?
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What is the term for the basic units of life?
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During which time period did the Industrial Revolution occur?
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What was the main consequence of the Treaty of Versailles on Germany?
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What was the failed policy of Britain and France towards Germany during the Interwar Period?
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What was the global economic crisis that occurred from 1929 to 1939?
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Which powers comprised the Axis Powers during World War II?
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What was the term for the ideological rivalry between the USA and the Soviet Union from 1945 to 1991?
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What was the period of time characterized by the rise of Fascist and Nationalist regimes?
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What was the primary doctrine guiding the nuclear arms race during the Cold War?
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Which of the following events marked the end of the Cold War?
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What was the main goal of the Bandung Conference in 1955?
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What is the term for the rise of multinational corporations and free trade agreements?
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What is the term for the global efforts to address the impact of human activities on the environment?
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Study Notes
History
Ancient Civilizations
- Mesopotamia: Cradle of civilization, located in modern-day Iraq, known for invention of writing (cuneiform) and wheel
- Ancient Egypt: Known for pyramids, mummies, and hieroglyphics, lasted from 3100 BCE to 30 BCE
- Ancient Greece: Birthplace of democracy, known for philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, lasted from 8th century BCE to 146 CE
- Ancient Rome: Known for Roman Empire, Roman Republic, and Roman Law, lasted from 8th century BCE to 476 CE
World Wars
- World War I: 1914-1918, fought between Allied Powers (France, Britain, Russia) and Central Powers (Germany, Austria-Hungary, Ottoman Empire)
- World War II: 1939-1945, fought between Allied Powers (US, Britain, France) and Axis Powers (Germany, Italy, Japan)
Notable Events
- Renaissance: Cultural and artistic movement in Europe, 14th-17th centuries
- Industrial Revolution: Transition from manual labor to machine-based manufacturing, 18th-19th centuries
- Cold War: Political and ideological rivalry between US and Soviet Union, 1945-1991
Science
Biology
- Cell Theory: All living organisms are composed of cells, cells are the basic units of life, and all cells arise from pre-existing cells
- Evolution: Process by which species change over time through natural selection and genetic drift
- Human Body Systems: Nervous, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, and muscular systems
Physics
- Laws of Motion: Newton's three laws describing motion and force
- Energy and Work: Energy is the ability to do work, and work is the transfer of energy
- Thermodynamics: Study of heat, temperature, and energy transfer
Chemistry
- Periodic Table: Organizes elements by their properties and atomic number
- Atomic Structure: Protons, neutrons, and electrons make up atoms
- Chemical Reactions: Processes involving the transformation of one or more substances into new substances
Astronomy
- Solar System: Consists of eight planets (Mercury to Neptune), dwarf planets, and other celestial bodies
- Stars and Galaxies: Stars are massive balls of hot gas, galaxies are massive collections of stars
- Universe: Expanding, approximately 13.8 billion years old, and governed by laws of physics
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Test your knowledge of ancient civilizations, world wars, and notable events in history. Also, explore the fundamentals of biology, physics, chemistry, and astronomy.
