World History Exam Overview
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What was the primary goal of Hernan Cortez during his exploration?

  • To explore the Amazon rainforest
  • To find a new trade route to Asia
  • To conquer the Aztec Empire (correct)
  • To establish trade relations with Africa

    • What does the term 'mercantilism' refer to in the context of economics?

  • A philosophy advocating high imports and low exports
  • A strategy promoting more exports and less imports (correct)
  • A system where imports exceed exports
  • A theory emphasizing limited trade interactions

    • Which historical figure is known as a social reformer and historian regarding the treatment of Native Americans?

  • Bartolome de las Casas (correct)
  • Francisco Pizarro
  • Atahualpa
  • Hernan Cortez

    • What was the significance of the 'Line of Demarcation' established in 1494?

    <p>It delineated territories claimed by Spain and Portugal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event is associated with the Triangular Trade?

    <p>Movement of slaves to North America</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the main consequences of 'Guns, Germs, and Steel' thesis for Native Americans?

    <p>They suffered heavy losses due to advanced weaponry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Christopher Columbus attempting to achieve when he sailed westward?

    <p>To discover a new route to India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document granted religious freedom to the Huguenots?

    <p>Edict of Nantes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Moctezuma in relation to the Aztec Empire?

    <p>The ruler of the Aztecs at the time of Spanish conquest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which innovation is NOT associated with Akbar the Great?

    <p>Creation of the Kanun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant action taken by Kangxi during his reign?

    <p>He allowed Jesuit missionaries to spread Roman Catholicism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following rulers is known for expanding territories and displaying impressive military strength?

    <p>Frederick the Great</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one method by which absolute monarchs maintained their power?

    <p>Isolating themselves with little peer influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant reform did Joseph II of Austria implement?

    <p>Abolishing serfdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to a wealthy group that provides financial support to artists?

    <p>Patron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which empire did Suleiman the Magnificent govern?

    <p>Ottoman Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Ferdinand Magellan's main goal during his expedition?

    <p>Locate the West Indies through a western route</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which invention helped explorers like Magellan determine their position at sea?

    <p>Astrolabe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact did Vasco da Gama's discoveries have on European colonialism?

    <p>Established a long-lasting colonial empire in Asia and Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant consequence of the Columbian Exchange?

    <p>Exchanged ideas and religious practices along with diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did societies resist Portuguese colonizers?

    <p>Armed resistance and diplomatic procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor largely contributed to the Spanish conquest of North America?

    <p>Diseases that weakened Indigenous populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What social class consisted of individuals with mixed European and Indigenous descent?

    <p>Mestizos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did African slavery develop in North America?

    <p>To provide labor for mining in colonies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main principle behind laissez-faire economics?

    <p>Hands-off approach to government intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document established the principle of no taxation without representation?

    <p>Magna Carta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Committee of Public Safety during the French Revolution?

    <p>To protect France from internal threats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key characteristic of Renaissance art?

    <p>Focus on humanism and realism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the Roundheads in the English Civil War?

    <p>Supporters of Parliament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant outcome of the Glorious Revolution?

    <p>The exile of King James II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Tennis Court Oath signify during the French Revolution?

    <p>A commitment to form a new constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which economic system allows the state to intervene only when necessary?

    <p>Capitalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the March on Versailles?

    <p>Women protested for better working conditions and roles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary function of the guillotine during the Reign of Terror?

    <p>To serve as a method of punishment for traitors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the Thermidorian Reaction?

    <p>A shift towards more conservative governance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tactic involves destroying resources to weaken an opponent?

    <p>Scorched earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event directly led to Napoleon Bonaparte's downfall?

    <p>The Battle of Waterloo.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one outcome of the Haitian Revolution?

    <p>It resulted in the first country to abolish slavery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of government did the Directory establish in France after Robespierre's execution?

    <p>An oligarchy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a primary cause of conflict between the Stuart Kings and Parliament?

    <p>Charles I's refusal to grant parliament authority in the state church.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which explorer is known for circumnavigating the globe?

    <p>Ferdinand Magellan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following empires was primarily located in South America?

    <p>Incan Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of revolution was the Haitian Revolution?

    <p>A slave revolt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these colonies was established by the Spanish?

    <p>Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which empire is known for its dominance in maritime trade during the 15th century?

    <p>Ming Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Study Notes

    Exam Schedule

    • Exam date: January 23-28
    • Exam time: 8:00-10:00 AM, and 10:30-12:30 PM
    • Periods for exam sessions listed

    Exam Materials

    • Two #2 pencils
    • Eraser
    • Pen(s) are optional for identifications and short answers

    Exam Grading

    • Midterm and Final exams make up 20% of the course grade.
    • Final grades are based upon the percentage of completed graded assignments.
    • Quarter 1-4 exams account for 20% of the course grade each.

    Question Types

    • Multiple choice
    • Matching
    • Map labeling
    • Identifications (explanation-based response)
    • Short answer (similar to past tests and quizzes)

    World History Topics (from provided text)

    • Exploration & Colonization
    • Mercantilism
    • Empires: Incan, Ming, Mughal, Ottoman
    • Colonies: British, Spanish, Portuguese
    • Revolutions: American, French, Haitian

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