Sem 1 Final Flashcards
Impact of champa rice on Song China
Population growth, more food to go around, reliable food source
Impact of Grand Canal on Song China
Connected political center in North with South area, made communication and transport of goods easier
Impact of Chinese production of textiles and porcelain on Song China
Stimulated economic growth and trade. Opened up international trade and brought more income.
Impact of Chinese Civil Service Exam on Song China
Provided opportunities to advance in society based off merit (though limited(
Fundamental beliefs of confuscianism. Gender roles according to this belief system.
Respect for elder, filial pity, righteousness, loyalty to state, harmony. Patriarchical
Impact China had on development of Korea, Japan, and Vietnam beginning in the seventh century
Chinese culture and tradition influenced and inspired Korea, Japan, and Vietnam, with aspects such as music, art, religion, and more.
Medical, scientific, and mathematical advances in Dar-al Islam. What impact did they have on Afro-Eurasia
Algebra and trigonometry were advanced, there were great centers of learning, translated many texts. Lots of medical advancements, diagnosed diseases, fixed cavities, etc. Advanced Afro-Eurasia health and culture.
Significance of the House of Wisdom in Abbasid Baghdad. What previous cultures influenced the learning there.
House of Wisdom represented all the knowledge of Dar-al Islam, influenced by Greece, India, and Persia.
Contributions of Muslims living in Spain
Advanced architechture/society (built schools, libraries, etc.)
Role Sufi Muslims played in spreading Islam
Blended Islam with local cultures and beliefs, gained more converts.
Explain how Egypt and Ethiopia were unique in regards to religious beliefs during this era
They maintained strong Christian religion
Similarities between Aztec and Incan societies
They both conquered other empires and states through military conquest to expand.
Technological advancements in Maya
Stone tools, calendar, language
Technological advancements in Aztec (Mexica)
Farming techniques
Technological advancements in Inca
Royal road, advanced irrigation
Compare and contrast political systems in China and Europe in time period of 1000-1300 CE
China=single monarchy
Europe= several monarchies
How did the Mongol domination of the silk road impact trade
Boosted trade, they improved roads and banished bandits
Describe how monsoon winds impacted trade in the Indian ocean
Advanced knowledge of winds allowed for efficient trade and the trade work was ultimately expanded
Significance of Malian ruler mansa Musa’s pilgramage to Mecca. What goods were often traded by the Mali Empire?
Represented expansion of Islam. Most important goods were gold and salt
Describe Chinese trade in the Indian Ocean during the 15th century
They were involved and exported things like silk and porcelain
Evaluate the impact of Zheng He’s expeditions in the early 1400s
Extended China’s trade, connected China with many countries and established many diplomatic relations
What characteristics can be attributed to Middle Eastern trade in the era of 1000-1450 CE
Regular trade with China, India, and Sub-Saharan Africa
What adverse effects were experienced by Eurasia as a result of Mongol expansion
Facilitated the spread of bubonic plague
Describe the social, economic, and political impacts of the Bubonic Plague on Europe.
Lead to the fall of the feudal system, populations declined, caused more urbanization
Describe the similarities between the ottoman, Mughal, and Safavid empires
All were gunpowder empires with good armies
Explain how the Ottoman Empire was able to expand during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries.
Military expansion with a strong army, use of firearms/advanced war technology at the time.
Describe the continuities between the Ming and Qing Dynasties in China
Civil service exam
Describe the social hierarchy in feudal japan
Emporer at top (except shogun holds real power), samurais work for Daimyos, essentially a feudal system
How did the protestant reformation change Western Europe? name three key figures in the movement.
Protestant reformation acted as a unifying force in Western Europe
John Wycliffe- priests not necessary for salvation
Martin Luther- 95 thesis, indulgences=bad
John Calvin- broke with catholic church to make Calvinism
Describe inventions that aided European travel and exploration in the fifteenth century.
Lateen sails, astrolabe, compasss
Evaluate the impact of the Columbian Exchange on the Western hemisphere
Native population decrease, lots of slavery, more settlements, syncretic religion, new animals
Evaluate the impact of the Columbian Exchange on the Eastern hemisphere
Money, more food and luxury products, economy growth, increased trade
Explain how mercantilism impacted colonized nations
Put restrictions on colonial growth
Describe the Encomienda and Casta systems
Encomienda- Spanish settlers/adventurers/conquerors were granted labourers by the crown
Casta- determination of social statues based on lineage
What were the motivations for French and English exploration of North America?
Northwest passage, passage that would connect Europe and Asia/ provide shorter trading route between Europe and Asia
How did the spread of Christianity impact or influence cultures in North America?
Created many syncretic religions and cultures. Could be oppressive
Why did some Africans support the Atlantic Slave trade?
There was a demand for weapons among African elite
Provide two examples of how various groups challenged colonial rule.
Pueblo revolts, Haitain revolutions
Example of syncretism
Santeria
