Finals Flashcards
Define Communism
Communisim is an economic system where wealth, and everything is equal.
Define Dynasty
A dynasty is a system in which power is passed onto the family
Define Propaganda
A propaganda is any material tha ttries to make you think a different way
Define democracy
Democracy is a government system in which the people decide
Define a Classical Civilization
A classical civilization is a long period of history centered on the Mediterranian Sea
Define Primary Source
A primary source is a source which came from the time period
Who was Mao Zedong?
Mao Zedong was the communist leader who moved into the Forbidden City and put an end to the Dynasty system, and implemented the one-child policy.
The Greeks where mostly surrounded by water. Give one example of water helping the Ancient Greece. Give one example of water hurting the Ancient Greeks.
Water aided Greece by allowing them to use it as a mode of transportation, and to trade goods. However, a flaw is that they can be invaded and surrounded by enemies.
How is Rome different today than it was in the year 120 AD?
Rome is different today because in the year 120 AD, it was a behemoth empire. However, now, it is only the capital of Italy.
How did both China and Rome use technology to control water?
China and Rome used technology to control water. Rome invented aqueducts, whereas China invented the irrigation system. Aqueducts helped Rome because it was able to transport water from one place to another. In a nutshell, they manipulated gravity. China used the irrigation system to water land; they manipulated nature to control water.
How did Athens different from Sparta?
-Athens is a city-state by water -It’s the capital of Greece -Was on the main part of Greece -Controlled the sea -Powerful navy -Democracy -Wanted world domination and wanted more and more land -Cultural heart of Greece
How is Sparta different from Athens?
-Certian people ruled Sparta -Ruled the land -People owned slaves -Controlled neighboring territories -Powerful army -Used force (military oligarchy) -Two kings -Content and isolated
What is China’s One Child Policy?
China’s One Child Policy was a policy which restricted families to only have one child.
Why was the One Child Policy put into effect?
The One Child Policy was put into effect because of the over-population problem. There was a food shortage, and they had to put it into effect.
Define the Golden Age
The golden age is an extended time that is peaceful, prosperous, and had many achievements.