10 Questions
In which type of society does power grow with age and is based on respect?
Bands
Which society tends to fall fast and is exemplified by China's successful dynasty?
Empires
Which society is characterized by elders forming a council to discuss issues and chiefs who do physical work?
Tribes
Which society is agriculture-based, has a king as the central authority, and establishes social classes through housing?
States
What was the main goal of Christopher Columbus when he wrote his letters in 1493?
To convince the king/queen of Spain to finance another voyage
In the European society of 1500, who was responsible for producing a male heir to maintain the family lineage?
Nobles
What was Martin Luther's occupation before he became an Augustinian friar?
Lawyer
What issue concerned Martin Luther and led him to write the 95 theses and challenge the church?
The selling of indulgences
Who supported Martin Luther by creating prints for those who couldn't read?
Lucas Cranach (The Younger)
What was Bartolome De Las Casas's initial stance on enslaving the indigenous people in the New World?
Found the idea unethical and later opposed it
Explore the characteristics and differences between bands, tribes, states, and empires in societies around the world. Learn about power dynamics, social structures, and resource considerations in each type of society.
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