History Quiz: Ancient to Age of Discovery
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What was a primary function of the Stentorophonic Horn?

  • To signal the start of gladiatorial combats.
  • To send fire signals to distant locations.
  • To deliver messages to large groups and armies. (correct)
  • To entertain large crowds at chariot races.

    • Which of the following best describes mass media in ancient Rome?

  • Chariot races, gladiatorial combats, and pantomimes (correct)
  • Concerts and band documentaries
  • Complex tablet and torch systems
  • Pigeon messages and fire signals

    • What was a common use for posters in ancient Rome?

  • to display information about gladiators. (correct)
  • to promote theater plays and actors.
  • to showcase popular celebrities of the time.
  • to advertise upcoming chariot races.

    • Which of these venues were NOT a place in Ancient Rome?

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    What is notable about Pink Floyd's 1972 performance at the Theater of Pompey?

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    What characterizes the Authoritarianism theory of the press?

    <p>Media can only operate with approval from the state. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which historical period did the Authoritarianism theory of the press primarily develop?

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    What was a significant limitation imposed by the Authoritarianism theory on media?

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    Which of the following best describes the ownership of media under Authoritarianism?

    <p>Media is privately-owned but highly censored. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Authoritarianism theory manifest during the Spanish Colonial Period?

    <p>Media existed but was under strict control by the state. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following provided resistance against the Authoritarianism theory during its early development?

    <p>Enlightenment thinkers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary concern of censorship under the theory of Authoritarianism?

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    What was the societal relationship dynamic highlighted by the development of mass media in 1450?

    <p>Mass media influenced society and was influenced by society. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the Medieval and Dark Ages?

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    Which event is associated with Martin Luther?

    <p>Nailing the 95 Thesis to a church door (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant societal change resulted from the French Revolution?

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    What was a major impact of the Industrial Revolution?

    <p>Rise of child labor and exploitation of workers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ideology arose as a reaction to capitalism during the Industrial Revolution?

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    What was a consequence for Germany after World War I?

    <p>Paid reparations which led to financial instability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Karl Marx's primary beliefs?

    <p>Wealth should be equally distributed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phenomenon describes the intense rivalry between the US and the USSR during the Cold War?

    <p>Antagonism without direct conflict (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event marked the rise of the communist regime in Russia?

    <p>The Russian Revolution of 1917 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which slogan is associated with the French revolutionary ideals?

    <p>Freedom, Equality, Brotherhood (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Ancient Greeks

    Civilization considered the cradle of Western Civilization, preceding Romans.

    Stentorophonic Horn

    A communication device used by Alexander the Great to broadcast messages widely.

    Circus Maximus

    An ancient Roman chariot racing venue that could hold thousands of spectators.

    Mass Media in Ancient Rome

    Forms of entertainment and communication like gladiatorial combats and posters.

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    Flavian Amphitheater

    Also known as the Colosseum, an iconic ancient Roman venue for public spectacles.

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    Cuban Missile Crisis Agreement

    Kennedy and Khruschev agreed to remove missiles, ending the blockade.

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    Fall of the Iron Curtain

    The end of communist dominance in Eastern Europe, facilitated by Gorbachev.

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    Glasnost

    A policy promoting openness and transparency in the Soviet Union under Gorbachev.

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    Perestroika

    Economic reform in the Soviet Union aimed at revitalizing the economy.

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    Post-9/11 Era

    A period marked by increased fear and conflict following the September 11 attacks.

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    War on Terrorism

    Global campaign initiated by the US to eliminate terrorist threats post-9/11.

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    Post-Truth Era

    A time when public opinion is shaped by emotional appeals rather than factual information.

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    Authoritarianism Theory

    A press theory where media is privately owned but heavily censored by authorities.

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    Medieval Period

    A time from 500 to 1300 A.D. marked by little technological advancement due to holy fear.

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    Age of Discovery

    Period from 1400 to 1600 A.D. when Europeans began significant exploration and expansion.

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    Imperialism

    The process where European nations built empires across the world, exemplified by powers like British and Russian.

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    Martin Luther

    German figure who initiated the Protestant Reformation by nailing his 95 Theses to a church door.

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    French Revolution

    Revolution in 1789 when French peasants overthrew the monarchy, promoting the idea of popular power.

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    Industrial Revolution

    A period in the 1700s to 1800s marked by the rise of factories, inventions, and capitalism, often exploiting labor.

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    Communism

    Political theory developed by Karl Marx advocating for equal distribution of wealth and classless society.

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    World War I

    A global conflict (1914-1918) labeled 'the great war' involving major world powers, notably Germany and Allies.

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    Russian Revolution

    In 1917, the czar's rule ended and led to the establishment of communism under Lenin.

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    Cold War

    The tension from 1947 to 1991 between democratic and communist nations without direct conflict.

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    Study Notes

    Ancient Times (B.C. - 300 A.D.)

    • Greeks, the cradle of Western civilization, preceded the Romans
    • Communication devices like the Stentorophonic Horn were used by Alexander the Great
    • These devices delivered messages to thousands of soldiers
    • Fire signals and pigeons were other forms of communication
    • Chariot races, gladiatorial combats, and animal hunts were popular forms of entertainment in Ancient Rome
    • The Circus Maximus, Theater of Pompey, and the Flavian Amphitheater held thousands of spectators
    • Posters were frequently used to promote gladiators and other entertainment
    • Epigrams, short poems, were used to praise famous charioteers

    Middle Ages (300 A.D. to 1300 A.D.)

    • Technological and scientific advancements were limited due to religious concerns
    • The age was marked by chivalry, crusades, and efforts to reclaim Jerusalem
    • Conflicts between Christianity and Islam were prevalent

    Age of Discovery (1400 - 1600 A.D.)

    • Europeans embarked on extensive explorations
    • The Spanish established a presence in the Philippines
    • The Age of Discovery initiated the age of greater empires and global influence.

    Imperialism

    • European powers expanded their empires globally (Russian, Prussian, British)

    Reformation

    • Martin Luther, a German figure, challenged the established Church practices and ideas
    • He nailed his 95 theses to the Castle Church door in Wittenberg, Germany
    • Luther's actions led to the creation of Protestantism, the second largest Christian denomination.
    • He was ostracized for his reformist ideas

    French Revolution

    • The French peasantry ended the monarchy of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette
    • Ordinary people were instrumental in the overthrow of the monarchy.
    • The Revolution promoted the ideas of equality, liberty, and fraternity.
    • Napoleon Bonaparte came to power
    • The Reign of Terror (maximillion) followed, involving significant political upheaval and executions.
    • A short list of people who supported the old monarchy regime was rounded.
    • The Napoleonic code (Égalité, Liberté, Fraternité) was adopted

    Democracy/Liberalism

    • The concept of equality was key to the French Revolution
    • The Battle of Waterloo resulted in Napoleon's defeat, marking a turning point in the political landscape of Europe.
    • Later, European countries adopted concepts from French Revolution models.

    Industrial Revolution

    • Significant economic and technological advancements occurred from the 1700s to the 1800s.
    • Capitalism flourished, characterized by factory development and the use of machinery.

    Communism

    • Key figures like Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels penned the Communist Manifesto, describing communism's central ideas.
    • Marx's observations of industrial revolution exploitation led to his economic theories.

    World War I (1914 - 1918)

    • Known as "the great war," a devastating conflict between major world powers
    • Germany, against forces including the US, Britain and France, faced defeat
    • The war's consequences severely crippled Germany, contributing to the conditions conducive for Hitler's rise to power.

    Russian Revolution

    • 1917, Russian czars were replaced by communists led by Vladimir Lenin
    • The Revolution involved the murder of the Romanov family and Lenin's takeover.
    • Joseph Stalin came to power and established a communist state, later known as the Soviet Union.
    • Bolsheviks (Soviet) rose to power (also including Trotsky)

    World War II (1939 - 1945)

    • The conflict pitted the Axis Powers (Germany, Italy, and Japan) against the Allied Forces of the US, Britain, France, and the USSR
    • It arose after Hitler's invasion of Poland, breaching the non-aggression pact among the involved nations.
    • The war spanned from 1939 to 1945, leaving a significant impact on world politics.
    • Italy was a fascist state

    The Cold War (1947 - 1991)

    • Democratic Western nations and the communist bloc faced off in a proxy conflict
    • The Cuban Missile Crisis highlighted the potential of nuclear confrontation between the US and USSR.
    • Crisis with missiles placed in Cuba and a naval blockade ensued

    Post-Cold War Era

    • The 20th century saw Russia and China embracing communism
    • Globalization became a key trend
    • Fall of the Berlin Wall.
    • Russia and China adopted new economic policies.
    • Terrorism emerged as a significant threat.
    • Reform policies (Glasnot and Perestroika) became significant in the Soviet Union's evolution towards democratization.

    Post-Truth Era

    • Public opinion is influenced by emotional appeals and rhetoric, not just facts
    • The rise of social media and fake news
    • Leaders like Trump and Bolsonaro have utilized emotional mobilization to gain political support.

    Theories of the Press

    • Authoritarianism theory, with roots in the Roman Empire, emphasized the dominance of the ruling powers in suppressing dissenting voices
    • The age of monarchs emphasized absolute control over information.
    • Media was restricted, often privately owned, but subject to censorship and control.
    • Libertarianism emerged in 17th-18th centuries and focused on freedom of expression.
    • Media is operated without state control as a free market of ideas. A key aspect was to hold the government accountable.
    • Soviet totalitarianism (Social Centralist) emerged in the 20th century. The media serves to spread and enforce the policies of the communist state.
    • Social responsibility theory emerged in the mid 20th century, noting media as a significant force in influencing society and government relations; media is owned privately and free, with emphasis on good and objective reporting.

    Roles of Mass Media

    • Four stages of development, covering the rise of media culture, stages associated with literacy development, and political engagement.
    • Media is a powerful tool that can shape perceptions and influence behavior.
    • Different roles media plays include creating public opinion, influencing political debate, and advertising commercial products.

    Social Role of Mass Media

    • Popular culture is promoted through media outlets such as music, fashion, and dance.
    • Media promotes national identity and values.
    • Entertainment through movies, TV shows, and other media shapes people's perceptions and values.

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