Introduction

Question 1

Revolutions of the Modern World

Answer 1

Modern World can be summarized by word: “Revolution”

1. Political revolution, War; French Enlightenment, people want the right to vote, to determine their destiny; women’s revolution with the right to vote
2. Immigrant revolution: African American rights; Hispanic rights; gay rights
3. Industrial revolution: mass production, heavy industry
4. Technical revolution: extension of industrial revolution; “information highway”

Question 2

Tensions of the 20th century

Answer 2

segregation
exploitation of the masses (Communist and social ideas)
epidemics and endemics (Influenza, AIDS/HIV)
unremitting warfare (people and animals)
nuclear annihilation (Cuban missile crisis; constant specter of death)
speed and repetition
psychological isolation
new explanations on origin and behavior