Overview Flashcards
What was needed for the ancient Nile civilization to develop?
Fresh water, a way to travel, and fertile soil from the overflowing Nile.
Why were the Indus River Valley (Ancient India) and Huang He River Valley (Ancient China) able to develop?
Rivers flooding = rich soil = agriculture
What are some basic beliefs of Buddhism?
- Reincarnation
- Karma
- Dharma
- Noble Eightfold Path
- Four Noble Truths
The Silk Road allowed for what? Why was it important?
Trade between China and Europe. Goods and ideas flowed between the two countries.
What are some significant events in the history of Christianity?
Birth, death, and resurrection of Jesus
What was Timbuktu? Why was it important?
It was a golden trade center that served as a hub for trading in Africa.
What are some basic beliefs of Islam? Who was Mohammed? What is monotheism?
- Believe that Muhammed was just a prophet
- Qur’an is their holy book
- Monotheism is the belief in a single God
Why is Mohandas Gandhi a significant historical figure? What is the best known for?
Bringing independence to India peacefully.
What major events happened in the middle east region after World War II? how is Israel different from other countries of the middle east?
The creation of Israel, which is the only Jew country in the Middle East.
What was apartheid and what was its effect on the country of South Africa?
Coloreds and whites were separated. Coloreds were treated very poorly.
What are some major events that happened during the Tang and Song dynasties of ancient China
Inventions such as gunpowder, the compass, silk, and porcelain.
How are Japan and China linked together in history? What does it mean if the country is independent?
China greatly influenced Japan, until Japan grew their own culture and became independent.
What is a theocracy and how was ancient Egypt an example of theocracy?
Government and religion together. The pharaoh of ancient Egypt was a king and a God.
How did the indigenous people of Indian south Africa react to the being colonies of the British?
They wanted to be free, so they resisted the British.
What is GDP and how is it related to a country standard of living?
A higher GDP means a higher standard of living.
What is human capital and what are some ways human capital can be increased?
Human capital is skills and thrashing that you have. You can study, train and practice to increase human capital.
How does your distance from the equator affect the climate?
The equator is warmer than the rest of the world.
What is the definition of ethnocentrism?
Thinking your race, ethnic group, or culture is the best.
How are river deltas formed?
Deposition of sediment at the mouth of a river.
What is an ecosystem?
The animals and plants in a particular region.
What are the similarities and differences between Judaism and Christianity?
They both believe in the Messiah. Christians believe it is Jesus, Jews aw still waiting for one.
