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Which ancient civilization is credited with the invention of the wheel?
What was the primary social and economic system in medieval Europe?
Which cultural and intellectual movement in Europe revived classical Greek and Roman ideas?
What was the primary result of the World Wars?
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Who was a notable figure in the Protestant movement against the Catholic Church?
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What was the transition from manual labor to machine-based manufacturing known as?
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Study Notes
Ancient Civilizations
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Mesopotamia:
- Located in present-day Iraq
- First urban civilization (c. 3500 BCE)
- Inventions: wheel, writing (cuneiform), governance (city-states)
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Ancient Egypt:
- Located in northeastern Africa
- Lasted from c. 3100 BCE to 30 BCE
- Contributions: pyramids, mummies, hieroglyphics, papyrus
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Ancient Greece:
- Located in southeastern Europe
- Lasted from c. 8th century BCE to 146 CE
- Contributions: democracy, philosophy (Socrates, Plato, Aristotle), theater, Olympics
Medieval Period
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Fall of the Roman Empire:
- Lasted from 5th to 15th century CE
- Marked the end of the Western Roman Empire
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Rise of Christianity:
- Spread throughout Europe during the Middle Ages
- Played a significant role in shaping European culture and politics
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Feudalism:
- Social and economic system in medieval Europe
- Characterized by lords, vassals, and serfs
Early Modern Period
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Renaissance:
- Cultural and intellectual movement in Europe (14th to 17th century)
- Revival of classical Greek and Roman ideas
- Notable figures: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Galileo
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Age of Exploration:
- European exploration and colonization of the Americas (15th to 17th century)
- Notable explorers: Christopher Columbus, Vasco da Gama, Ferdinand Magellan
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Reformation:
- Protestant movement against the Catholic Church (16th century)
- Notable figures: Martin Luther, John Calvin, Henry VIII
Modern Period
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Industrial Revolution:
- Transition from manual labor to machine-based manufacturing (18th to 19th century)
- Significant economic and social changes
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World Wars:
- Global conflicts (1914-1918 and 1939-1945)
- Resulted in significant political and economic changes
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Cold War:
- Ideological and political rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union (1945-1991)
- Characterized by proxy wars, espionage, and a nuclear arms race
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This quiz covers the major civilizations and periods in human history, from ancient Mesopotamia to the modern era, including the Medieval, Renaissance, and Industrial Revolution periods.
