Midpoint 2 Flashcards
What is Sikhism?
Sikhism is a religion founded by Guru Nanak that combines elements of Hinduism and Islam. It rejects the caste system and believes in one god under the divine.
What dynasty came to power after the Yuan in 1368?
The Ming Dynasty came to power after the Yuan in 1368 and imposed severe restrictions on trade.
What was the Tokugawa Period?
The Tokugawa Period began in 1603 and was characterized by an isolated foreign policy known as Sokoku.
Who were the Tsars in the Russian Empire?
The Tsars were a series of powerful leaders in the 1500s who led Russia to grow larger through land expansion.
What significant family came to power in the Russian Empire in 1613?
The Romanovs came to power in 1613 and continued the expansion-colonization process of the tsardom.
What is the Renaissance?
The Renaissance is a period when historians believe Europe awakened from its Dark Ages.
What was the Reformation?
The Reformation marked a break with existing Christian traditions, contributing to the growth of Christianity through both Protestant and Catholic reformations.
Who was Martin Luther?
Martin Luther was a German Catholic monk who challenged the Catholic Church with his document known as the 95 Theses.
What caused England’s religious reformation?
England’s religious reformation was caused by politics, specifically King Henry VIII’s desire to divorce his first wife.
What did John Calvin teach?
John Calvin taught that people are sinful by nature and believed in predestination, the idea that God determines beforehand who will be saved.
What is Anabaptism?
Anabaptism is a Protestant form of Christianity that believes in voluntary baptism and the separation of church and state, and was persecuted for its radical beliefs.
What is Absolutism?
Absolutism refers to the methods used by monarchs in the 1500s to consolidate and centralize political power, making them more powerful than ever before.
What led to the development of the Portuguese Empire?
The development of maritime technology and navigational skills led to increased travel and trade with Africa and Asia, resulting in a global trading-post empire.
What was the impact of the Spanish Empire’s sponsorship of Columbus?
The Spanish Empire’s sponsorship of Columbus dramatically increased European interest in transoceanic travel and trade.
What was the goal of the English Empire’s Northern Atlantic crossings?
The English Empire undertook Northern Atlantic crossings looking for alternative routes to Asia through a Northwest Passage.
