History Chapter 13 Flashcards

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What is a city-state?

A type of government

A large country

A rural area

A political unit made up of a city and its surrounding lands (correct)

What is a republic?

A government in which citizens elect representatives to rule in their names.

Who were the Crusaders?

Christians of Europe in the 11th, 12th, and 13th centuries that fought for the recovery of the Holy Land from the Muslims.

What is the Renaissance?

A time of renewed interest in learning and the arts that lasted from the 14th through the 16th centuries. Signup and view all the answers

What is an aqueduct?

Structures that carried water for long distances. Signup and view all the answers

What is Benelux?

The economic union of Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Reformation refer to?

A religious movement of the 16th century that resulted in the creation of Protestant churches. Signup and view all the answers

What is feudalism?

A political system in which a king allowed nobles the use of his land in exchange for military service. Signup and view all the answers

What is nationalism?

The belief that people should be loyal to their nation. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Holocaust?

A program of mass murder of European Jews and other minorities. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Berlin Wall?

A wall erected by East Germany in 1961 to divide the capital of Berlin. Signup and view all the answers

What are the Nordic countries?

Countries of northern Europe, including Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Signup and view all the answers

What is Parliament?

A representative lawmaking body whose members are elected or appointed. Signup and view all the answers

What is Silicon Glen?

A section of Scotland between Glasgow and Edinburgh, known for high-tech companies. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Euro?

A common currency proposed by the European Union for its member nations. Signup and view all the answers

What is a culture crossroads?

A place where various cultures cross paths. Signup and view all the answers

What does Balkanization mean?

The process of breaking up a region into small, mutually hostile units. Signup and view all the answers

What is a satellite nation?

Nations dominated by another country. Signup and view all the answers

What is a market economy?

An economy where industries make the goods consumers want to buy. Signup and view all the answers

What is folk art?

Art produced by rural people with traditional lifestyles instead of by professional artists. Signup and view all the answers

What is anti-Semitism?

Discrimination against Jewish people. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Political Terms

City-state: A political unit consisting of a city and its surrounding territory, often functioning independently.
Republic: A system of government where citizens elect representatives to govern on their behalf.
Feudalism: A hierarchical political structure from the 9th to 15th centuries, where kings granted land to nobles in exchange for military service.

Historical Events and Movements

Crusaders: Armed campaigns by European Christians during the 11th to 13th centuries aimed at reclaiming Palestine from Muslim control.
Reformation: A 16th-century religious movement that sought to reform the Roman Catholic Church, leading to the rise of Protestant churches.
Holocaust: The systematic genocide of European Jews and other minorities during World War II.

Cultural Developments

Renaissance: A period of cultural revival and renewed interest in arts and learning from the 14th to 16th centuries, beginning in Italy and spreading across Europe.
Folk Art: Art produced by rural communities reflecting traditional lifestyles, distinct from the work of professional artists.

Economic and Political Entities

Benelux: The economic union composed of Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg, promoting cooperation and economic integration.
Euro: The unified currency adopted by European Union member states to facilitate trade and economic stability.
Market Economy: An economic system where industries create goods based on consumer demand.

Notable Geopolitical Concepts

Nationalism: The idea that loyalty and devotion should be directed towards one's nation, often influencing political movements.
Balkanization: The fragmentation of a region into smaller, often hostile units, typically resulting in conflict.
Satellite Nation: Countries that are politically and economically dominated by a more powerful nation.

Significant Historical Structures

Berlin Wall: Erected in 1961 to divide East and West Berlin, symbolizing the Cold War divide; it was dismantled in 1989.
Aqueduct: Engineering marvels designed to transport water over long distances, showcasing advanced ancient engineering techniques.

Regional Specifics

Nordic countries: Includes Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden, known for their shared cultural and historical ties.
Silicon Glen: A region in Scotland, recognized for its concentration of high-tech companies, highlighting its role in the global tech industry.

Anti-Semitism: Prejudice and discrimination against Jewish individuals, resulting in social and political consequences throughout history.
Culture Crossroads: Geographic locations where diverse cultures intersect, often leading to the exchange of ideas and traditions.

Legislative Structures

Parliament: A representative body within a government responsible for making laws, made up of elected or appointed members.

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Test your knowledge with flashcards on key terms from Chapter 13 of your history textbook. This quiz covers important concepts like city-states, republics, and the Crusaders, helping you reinforce your understanding of these historical topics.