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Which event marks the beginning of the American Revolution?
Which event marks the beginning of the American Revolution?
- Battle of Lexington and Concord (correct)
- Declaration of Independence
- First Continental Congress
- Boston Tea Party
The Enlightenment period emphasized reason and individualism over tradition.
The Enlightenment period emphasized reason and individualism over tradition.
True (A)
What was the main focus of the Scientific Revolution?
What was the main focus of the Scientific Revolution?
The main focus was on the use of observation, experimentation, and the scientific method to understand the natural world.
The __________ Revolution is known for its significant impact on both France and Latin America.
The __________ Revolution is known for its significant impact on both France and Latin America.
Match the following units with their corresponding themes:
Match the following units with their corresponding themes:
What major societal changes were initiated by the Haitian Revolution?
What major societal changes were initiated by the Haitian Revolution?
Absolutism is a form of government where the monarch holds complete control.
Absolutism is a form of government where the monarch holds complete control.
Name one major outcome of the Renaissance period.
Name one major outcome of the Renaissance period.
The __________ Age refers to the period of extensive exploration and conquest by European powers.
The __________ Age refers to the period of extensive exploration and conquest by European powers.
Which of these revolutions was inspired by Enlightenment ideas?
Which of these revolutions was inspired by Enlightenment ideas?
What were the key motivations for exploration during this period?
What were the key motivations for exploration during this period?
The Columbian Exchange primarily involved the movement of people rather than goods.
The Columbian Exchange primarily involved the movement of people rather than goods.
Name one explorer from the Age of Exploration mentioned in the content.
Name one explorer from the Age of Exploration mentioned in the content.
The system that established racial hierarchies in colonial societies is known as the _____ system.
The system that established racial hierarchies in colonial societies is known as the _____ system.
Match the following explorers with their achievements:
Match the following explorers with their achievements:
Which term describes the economic theory that emphasized the importance of controlling trade for national power?
Which term describes the economic theory that emphasized the importance of controlling trade for national power?
The Treaty of Tordesillas divided the newly discovered lands between Spain and Portugal.
The Treaty of Tordesillas divided the newly discovered lands between Spain and Portugal.
What was the Middle Passage in the context of the Triangular Trade?
What was the Middle Passage in the context of the Triangular Trade?
One of the main products sent from the New World to Europe included _____, which was in high demand.
One of the main products sent from the New World to Europe included _____, which was in high demand.
What was a significant outcome of the Age of Exploration regarding the population of indigenous peoples?
What was a significant outcome of the Age of Exploration regarding the population of indigenous peoples?
Which of the following Protestant denominations emerged during the Reformation?
Which of the following Protestant denominations emerged during the Reformation?
Zwingli believed that sacraments were symbolic.
Zwingli believed that sacraments were symbolic.
What major theory did Copernicus propose?
What major theory did Copernicus propose?
King Henry started the English Reformation due to being denied a __________.
King Henry started the English Reformation due to being denied a __________.
Match the scientific figures with their contributions:
Match the scientific figures with their contributions:
Which concept is associated with Calvin?
Which concept is associated with Calvin?
The Counter Reformation was primarily led by Pope Paul III.
The Counter Reformation was primarily led by Pope Paul III.
What was the significance of Sargon of Akkad in Mesopotamian history?
What was the significance of Sargon of Akkad in Mesopotamian history?
William Harvey contributed to the understanding of the __________ system.
William Harvey contributed to the understanding of the __________ system.
Which of the following was NOT a goal of the Counter Reformation?
Which of the following was NOT a goal of the Counter Reformation?
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Ancient & Medieval
Ancient & Medieval
Historical periods before the Renaissance, encompassing civilizations like Ancient Greece, Rome, and the Middle Ages.
Renaissance
Renaissance
A period of renewed interest in art, literature, and philosophy following the Middle Ages. It marked a shift from religious focus to human-centered thinking.
Reformation
Reformation
A religious movement in the 16th century, challenging the authority of the Catholic Church and leading to the establishment of Protestantism.
Scientific Revolution
Scientific Revolution
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Age of Exploration
Age of Exploration
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Global Age
Global Age
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Absolutism
Absolutism
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Enlightenment
Enlightenment
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American Revolution
American Revolution
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French Revolution
French Revolution
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Agricultural Revolution
Agricultural Revolution
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Permanent Settlements
Permanent Settlements
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Sargon of Akkad
Sargon of Akkad
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Code of Hammurabi
Code of Hammurabi
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Anabaptists
Anabaptists
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Calvinism
Calvinism
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Lutheranism
Lutheranism
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Anglicanism
Anglicanism
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Counter Reformation
Counter Reformation
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Heliocentric Theory
Heliocentric Theory
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Spice and Silk Trade
Spice and Silk Trade
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Prince Henry the Navigator
Prince Henry the Navigator
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God, Glory, and Gold
God, Glory, and Gold
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Line of Demarcation & Treaty of Tordesillas
Line of Demarcation & Treaty of Tordesillas
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Spanish Missionaries in the Philippines
Spanish Missionaries in the Philippines
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Colonialism and International Trade
Colonialism and International Trade
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Da Gama and Magellan
Da Gama and Magellan
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Hernán Cortés and Francisco Pizarro
Hernán Cortés and Francisco Pizarro
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Joint Stock Companies
Joint Stock Companies
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Triangular Trade
Triangular Trade
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Study Notes
Unit 1: Ancient & Medieval World
- This unit covers the ancient world, including historical periods.
Unit 2: Renaissance, Reformation, and Scientific Revolution
- Renaissance: A period of rebirth of knowledge, aiming to surpass ancient Greek and Roman achievements.
- Realism and Perspective: Artistic techniques emphasized realism and portrayed space accurately.
- Humanism: Focused on the importance of individual achievements and knowledge.
- Reformation: A movement that challenged the Catholic Church, leading to the creation of Protestant denominations.
- Martin Luther: Initiated the Reformation with his Ninety-Five Theses, which challenged church practices.
- Scientific Revolution: A period of scientific advancements.
- Nicolaus Copernicus: Proposed the heliocentric model of the solar system.
- Isaac Newton: Developed the laws of motion and universal gravitation.
- William Harvey: Studied blood flow and the cardiovascular system.
Unit 3: Overseas Exploration & Expansion
- Causes: The desire for spices, silk, and other goods, and seeking new trade routes.
- Exploration: European exploration led to the discovery of new lands and trade routes.
- Christopher Columbus, Vasco Núñez de Balboa, Ferdinand Magellan: Key figures in European exploration.
- Impact: European contact resulted in the Columbian Exchange, including the transfer of goods, diseases, and people.
Unit 4: Absolutism & Enlightenment
- Absolute Governments: Rule by one person, often with divine right.
- Limited Governments: Rule by law, considering the will of the people.
- Enlightenment: A philosophical movement emphasizing reason and individual rights.
- Thomas Hobbes: Philosopher who wrote about the social contract.
- John Locke: Advocate for natural rights and popular sovereignty.
- Baron de Montesquieu: Proposed the separation of powers.
- Voltaire: Championed freedom of speech and religion.
- Absolutism Examples: Spain, France (Louis XIV), and Prussia (Frederick the Great).
- English Civil War: A conflict in England regarding absolute or limited government.
Unit 5: Political Revolutions - American, French, Latin
- American Revolution: A revolution against British rule.
- Causes: Taxation without representation, salutary neglect, and the Intolerable Acts.
- Influences: Enlightenment ideas and writings, such as the works of Thomas Paine.
- French Revolution: A revolution in France.
- Causes: Economic hardship, social inequality, and Enlightenment ideas.
- Key Events: Tennis Court Oath, Storming of the Bastille, Reign of Terror
- Haitian and Latin American Revolutions: These were inspired by the success of the American and French Revolutions.
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This quiz explores key events and figures from the Renaissance, Reformation, and Scientific Revolution. Test your knowledge on humanism, artistic techniques, and influential scientists like Copernicus and Newton. Discover how these periods shaped modern thought and society.
