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AP World History Chapter 4 Flashcards

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7819609848AnimismReligion; All living and non-living things have a spirit0
7819743506Characteristics of Animism- Unorganized - Ancestor Worship - Belief of many early civilizations1
7819827146What was Animism associated with?Holy men/women, visions, trances, dances, sacred items/places2
7819838857Where does Animism exists now?Traditional African, Asian, American, and Aboriginal cultures3
7819845606HinduismReligion; belief in one unifying spirit, Brahman; Polytheistic/Monotheistic4
7819863135Characteristics of Hinduism- Concept of reincarnation (rebirth) - Karma - Dharma - Caste system - No single founder5
7819885522KarmaThe sum of all deeds good and bad6
7819889148DharmaThe duties dependent on your position, gender, and occupation7
7819902201Caste System(Outlawed in 1948) Social classes into which a person is born and lives the rest of their lives8
7819917231What did Karma and Dharma have to do with the Caste System?Souls moved up and down the social hierarchy depending on past karma and dharma9
7823209250Vedas and UpanishadsSacred Hindu texts; Hindu beliefs were written in them10
7849251583RamayanaHindu creation story; described ideal marriage11
7930273619VedasWisdom12
7930273620How many Vedas were there and who were they made by?4 Vedas; The Aryans13
7930273621UpanishadsSitting in front of; Explanations for the complexities of the Hindu faith14
7930273622MahabharataA long epic poem describing a civil war in the city of Delhi15
7930273623Ganges RiverHindu's consider it to be the most sacred river in India16
7930273624BuddhismBased of the four noble truths (discovered by Siddharta Gautama)17
7930273625Siddharta GuatamaThe Buddha; Founder of Buddhism18
7930273626Four Signs that the Buddha saw to become a spiritual leader- Sick man - Old man - Dead man - Monk - Holy Man19
7930273627The Great RenunciationGautama giving up his wealth and family to find spiritual enlightenment20
7930273628BuddhaThe Enlightened One21
7930273629Four Noble Truths- We all suffer - Suffering is caused by desire for things that are illusions - The way to elimimate suffering is to eliminate desire - Follow the Eightfold Path will help people to overcome desire22
7930273630Eightfold PathBuddhist moral guide to life23
7930273631Steps to the Eightfold PathRight view, right intentions, right speech, right actions, right livelihood, right effort, right concentration, right mindfulness24
7930273632How were Buddhism and Hinduism alike?- Reincarnation - Karma - Dharma25
7930273633How are Buddhism and Hinduism different?- Caste System - Hindu Gods - Hindu Priesthood26
7930273634TripitakaScared Buddhist Texts27
7930273635Tibetan BuddhistsLed by Dalai Lama28
7930273636Dalai LamaAdvocates for freedom from China29
7930273637Theraveda/Hinayana/The Lesser VehicleThe earliest form of Buddhism in which the Buddha was a teacher not a divine being30
7930273638Mahayana/The Great VehicleNew form of Buddhism; Turned the Buddha into a god; allowed people to give money to monasteries to earn salvation31
7930534046BoddahisatvasPeople who had earned salvation but postponed it to help others reach it32
7930540712NirvanaBuddhist release from reincarnation/salvation33
7930551163JudaismOne of the first monotheistic religions34
7930556467AbrahamFounder of Judaism35
7930560659Jewish Holy DaySaturday36
7930560660RabbiJewish religious leader37
7930567184Synagogue/TempleJewish Church38
7930568893TorahSacred scripture recording laws and events in Jewish history39
7930572037Jewish SymbolSix-pointed Star of David40
7930579673Jewish Ethical and Moral Guidelines10 Commandments; Given to the Hebrews by God41
7930585077CovenantSolemn promise42
7930592617Who discriminated against the Jewish people?The Roman Empire43
7930597370Where was the Hebrew homeland?Israel (Palestine)44
7930601799DiasporaDispursed45
7930604303ChristianityOriginally a branch of Judaism; Believed Jesus was the messiah sent by God to bring eternal life to anyone who would follow him46
7930614592BibleSacred text of Christianity47
7930616233ChristAnointed One48
7930621658Paul of TarsusEarly convert; Offered Christianity to all including Gentiles49
7930627541GentilesNon-jews50
7930631249Peter and PaulExecuted by Nero in Rome in 67 b.c.51
7930638486Who did Christianity appeal to?- Lower class - Urban populations - Women52
7930645283First Christian Countries- Armenia - Ethiopia - Egypt53
7930655080Petrine DoctrinePeter was the first pope and head of the Church54
7930665368Where was the headquarters of the early Christian Church?Rome55
7930669268ZoroastrianismAn early monotheistic religion that started in Persia and was centered around the god Ahura Mazda56
7930678432Ahura MazdaGod of Goodness57
7930681284AhrimanGod of Evil58
7930686944Three Chinese Philosophies- Legalism - Confucianism - Daoism59
7930694844LegalismA pessimistic view of human nature that said people need strict laws and harsh punishments60
7930709024The importance of what people were stressed during Legalism in China?Farmers and soldiers61
7930713982When was Legalism most important?During the Qin Dynasty62
7930718348ConfucianismBelieved in education, respect for elders, active role in society, ceremonies and rituals, and patriarchy63
7930732746When was Confucianism most important?During the Zha Dynasty64
7930735850KongfuziFounder of Confucianism65
7930743711What did Confucianism become the basis of?Chinese education and the Civil Service System66
7930753273What people were considered low class by Confucianism?Military and Merchants67
7930767244When did Confucianism decline and when did is become important again?Qin Dynasty; Han Dynasty68
7931444141DaoismBelieved that education was unimportant, in withdrawing from life, the practice of acupuncture, yin and yang, fortune telling and magic69
7931444142LaoziFounder of Daoism70
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AP World History Unit 2 Flashcards

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7872984921Judaismthe monotheistic religion of the Jews0
7872984922Hebrew ScripturesOld Testament/Torah1
7872984923Jewish Diasporathe scattering of the Jewish people outside their homeland beginning about 586 BCE2
7872984924ZoroastrianismMonotheistic Persian religion3
7872984925Royal Road1600 mile Persian road used for trade and unification4
7872984926Persian empirelong-lasting and wealthy empire centered in present-day Iran, known for lack of slavery and kindness to conquered peoples5
7872984927Persepolisancient city that was the capital of the ancient Persian Empire6
7872984928Cyrus the Greatking of Persia and founder of the Persian empire (circa 600-529 BC)7
7872984929Satrapsgovernors of provinces in the Persian Empire8
7872984930Qanat systemUnderground irrigation canal in Persia9
7872984931ConfucianismA system of beliefs based on the teachings of Confucius Emphasized 5 main relationships, systems of hierarchy and power, and respect for those above you10
7872984932Filial pietyRespect for parents (Confucianism)11
7872984933DaoismA religion in China which emphasized the removal from society and to become one with nature12
7872984934Shi Huangdifounder of the Qin dynasty and China's first emperor, Legalism13
7872984935Qin DynastyThe first centralized dynasty of China that used Legalism as its basis of belief, very short rule14
7872984936Legalisma Chinese philosophy that emphasizes strict obedience to laws and harsh punishments15
7872984937Great Wall of Chinaa fortification 1,500 miles long built across northern China in the 3rd century BC, kept out invading barbarians16
7872984938Terracotta Warriorsarmy of clay warriors buried in Shi Huangdi's tomb17
7872984939Ancestor VenerationWorship and respect for ancestors, China18
7872984940Han DynastyChinese dynasty, Confucianism19
7872984941Chang'anCapital of ancient China20
7872984942Civil serviceService as a government official21
7872984943Examination systemA system of selecting officials using competitive written examinations based on Confucianism, required much education22
7872984944Silk roadAn ancient trade route between China and Europe, luxury items23
7872984945XiongnuA confederation of nomadic peoples living beyond the northwest frontier of ancient China24
7872984946MayansPowerful ancient civilization in Central America25
7872984947Tikalthe largest ancient Mayan city in the northern part of Guatemala26
7872984948City-statesDifferent sections of land owned by the same country but ruled by different rulers, often competitive amongst each other27
7872984949TeotihuacanFirst planned city in the Americas in the Valley of Mexico28
7872984950Mound BuildersNative American groups who built earthen mounds29
7872984951Apostles12 men Jesus had chosen to help him in his teaching30
7872984952DisciplesFollowers of Jesus31
7872984953Greek city statesCompeting, separate city states Athens and Sparta32
7872984954Ancient AthensCity-state in ancient Greece; associated with democracy33
7872984955Greco-Roman culturean ancient culture that developed from a blending of Greek, Hellenistic, and Roman cultures34
7873327829PericlesRuler of Athens who sought to spread democracy through imperial force35
7873327830Athenian DemocracyEvery citizen of Athens had part or played a role in Athenian government36
7873327831Hellenistic EraA time when Greek ideas spread to non-Greek people37
7873327832Alexander the GreatKing of Macedonia who conquered Greece, Egypt, and Persia, united Greece38
7873327833AlexandriaCity in Egypt founded by Alexander the Great, center of commerce and Hellenistic civilization39
7873327834Roman EmpireLarge empire Heavy usage of slavery Fell due to barbarian invasion, disease, lack of leadership, etc40
7873327835RepublicA form of government in which citizens choose their leaders by voting41
7873327836Ancient Romethe world's first republic42
7873327837ConstantinopleCapital of the Byzantine Empire (Eastern half of Roman Empire that did not collapse)43
7873327838Caesar AugustusRome's first emperor44
7873327839Attila the HunThe fierce leader of a barbarian tribe that was invading Rome45
7873327840Twelve TablesRome's first code of laws46
7873327841Pax RomanaRoman peace and prosperity47
7873327842ConstantineEmperor of Rome who adopted the Christian faith and stopped the persecution of Christians48
7873327843Mediterranean Sea LanesTrade routes that connected Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa49
7873327844Lateen sailsA triangular sail attached to a short mast, important for trade50
7873327845Dhow ShipsArab sailing vessels with triangular or lateen sails; strongly influenced European ship design51
7873327846SlaveryHeavy in Rome and Greece Not heavy in China or India52
7873327847HinduismFour castes, ritual/religious purity, major Indian religion53
7873327848ReincarnationHindu and Buddhist belief that souls are reborn into new bodies over and over54
7873327849Siddhartha GautamaFounder of Buddhism, Buddha55
7873327850Mauryan EmpireThe first centralized empire in India56
7873327851Gupta EmpireGolden Age of India; ruled through central government but allowed village power; restored Hinduism57
7873327852Ashokaa ruler of the Mauryan Empire who converted to Buddhism58
7873327853Ashoka's PillarsLaw codes throughout India based off Buddhism59
7873327854PatriarchyA form of social organization in which males dominate females60
7873327855caste systemsFour main castes, thousands of jati within, denounced by Buddhism and promoted by Hinduism61

AP Flashcards

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6755483027representative democracya form of democracy in which citizens elect officials to govern on their behalf0
6755483028direct democracya form of democracy in which all citizens can participate firsthand in the decision-making process1
6755483029FederalismA system of government where the states and the national government share power2
6755483030dual federalismA system of govt in which both the national and state governments are supreme in their own spheres.3
6755483031cooperative federalismThe theory that the states and the national government cooperate in solving problems.4
6755483032Fiscal FederalismFederal government using money (grants) to influence & control states.5
6755483033Devolutionthe transfer of powers and responsibilities from the federal government to the states6
6755483034block grantsa grant from a central government that a local authority can allocate to a wide range of services.7
6755483035categorical grantsFederal grants for specific purposes, such as building an airport8
6755483036political socializationThe process by which we develop our political attitudes, values, and beliefs.9
6755483037political ideologyA more or less consistent set of beliefs about what policies government ought to pursue10
6755483038Political Culturean overall set of values widely shared within a society11
6755483039political efficacyThe belief that one's political participation makes a difference.12
6755483040single member districtsOnly one representative is chosen from each district13
6755483041Critical Electionsan election signaling a significant change in popular allegiance from one party to another14
6755483042realignmentA shift in party allegiances or electoral support that propels a political party to majority status.15
6755483043Dealignmenta movement away from the major political parties; a decline in partisan attachment16
6755483044Open Primary Systemany political affiliation may vote.17
6755483045closed primaryA primary in which only registered members of a particular political party can vote18
6755483046blanket primaryA primary election in which each voter may vote for candidates from both parties19
6755483047Political Action Committee (PAC)extension of ig that contributes money to campaigns20
6755483048Super political action commiteeindependent Pac may raise unlimited contributions but can not directly give21
6755483049527 organizationsinfluence selection nomination appointment22
6755483050Hatch Act (1939)prohibits govt employees from engaging in political activities while on duty23
6755483051Horse race journalismnews coverage that focuses on who is ahead rather than on the issues24
6755483052Issue Networksin Washington igs,congressional staff think tanks media discussing public policy25
6755483053Iron TrianglesA close relationship between an agency, a congressional committee, and an interest group.26
6755483054pluralist theorypolitics is best understood as competition among groups of people with shared interests27
6755483055elitist theorya theory that a few top leaders make the key decisions without reference to popular desires28
6755483056lobbyist (n)a person who tries to influence legislation on behalf of a special interest29
6755483057grassroots lobbyingindirect lobbying efforts that spring from widespread public concern30
6755483058expressed powerspowers directly stated in the constitution31
6755483059inherent powersPowers that belong to the president because they can be inferred from the Constitution32
6755483060Implied powersPowers inferred from the express powers that allow Congress to carry out its functions.33
6755483061Commerce ClauseClause stating that Congress can regulate interstate and international commerce.34
6755483062House Ways and Means CommitteeHouse committee that handles tax bills.35
6755483063trustee modelelected representatives vote based on own opinion36
6755483064Delegate modelThe view that an elected represent should represent the opinions of his or her constituents.37
6755483065pocket vetoAn indirect veto of a bill by the President not acting on it38
6755483066amicus curiaea brief submitted by a "friend of the court"39
6755483067stare decisisLet the decision stand; decisions are based on precedents from previous cases40
6755483068writ of certiorariAn order by a higher court directing a lower court to send up a case for review41
6755483069Fiscal Policypolicies of taxation and spending that comprise the nation's economic policy42
6755483070monetary policyeconomic policy money is controlled by federal reserve43
6755483071selective incorporationthe gradual application of the Bill of Rights; lots of Supreme Court decisions44
6755483072Amendment 1Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition45
6755483073Amendment 4Search and Seizure46
6755483074Amendment 13Abolished slavery47
6755483075Amendment 14rights of citizenship, due process and equal protection under the law48
6755483076Amendment 15Right to vote49
6755482960Amendment 19Women's Suffrage50
6755482961Amendment 25Presidential succession51
6755482962Amendment 26Voting age lowered to 1852

AP World History Period 1 Flashcards

From Hunting and Gathering to Civilizations, 2.5 million-1000 B.C.E.: Origins
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7211359448hunting and gatheringMeans of obtaining subsistence by humans before the mastery of sedentary agriculture; normally typical of tribal social organization0
7211359449civilizationSocieties with reliance on sedentary agriculture, ability to produce food surpluses, and existence of nonfarming elites, along with merchant and manufacturing groups1
7211359450neolithicThe New Stone Age between 8000 and 5000 B.C.E.; period in which adaptation of sedentary agriculture occurred; domestication of plants and animals accomplished2
7211359451nomadic societieslivestock hearding societies that do not have a permanent settlement. normally found on the fringes of civilized (urban) societies; commonly referred to as "barbarian" by civilized societies3
7211359452cultureCombination of ideas, objects, and patterns of behavior that result from human social interaction4
7211359453agrarian revolutionOccurred between 8000 and 5000 B.C.E.; transition from hunting and gathering to sedentary agriculture5
7211359454pastoralismA nomadic agricultural lifestyle based on herding domesticated animals; tended to produce independent people capable of challenging sedentary agricultural societies6
7211359455Catal HuyukEarly urban culture/civiization based on sedentary agriculture; located in modern southern Turkey; larger in population than Jericho, had greater degree of social stratification7
7211359456Bronze AgeFrom 4000 to 3000 B.C.E.; increased use of plow, metalworking; development of wheeled vehicles, writing8
7211359457MesopotamiaLiterally "between the rivers"; the civilization that arose in the alluvial plain of the Tigris-Euphrates river valleys9
7211359458potter's wheelA technological advance in pottery making; invented circa 6000 B.C.E.; encouraged faster and higher-quality ceramic pottery products10
7211359459SumeriansPeople who migrated into Mesopotamia circa 4000 B.C.E.; created the first civilization within the region; organized area into city-states11
7211359460cuneiformA form of writing developed by the Sumerians using a wedge-shaped stylus and clay tablets12
7211359461city-stateA form of political organization typical of Mesopotamian civilization; consisted of agricultural hinterlands ruled by an urban-based king13
7211359462ziggurata massive tower building usually associated with Mesopotamian temple connections14
7211359463Babylonian EmpireUnified all of Mesopotamia circa 1800 B.C.E.; collapsed due to foreign invasion circa 1600 B.C.E.15
7211359464HammurabiThe most important Babylonian ruler; responsible for codification of the law16
7211359465PharaohThe term used to denote the kings of ancient Egypt; the term, "great house" refers to the palace of the pharaohs17
7211359466pyramidsMonumental architecture typical of Old Kingdom Egypt; used as burial sites for pharaohs18
7211359467hieroglyphsForm of writing developed in ancient Egypt; more pictorial than Mesopotamian cuneiform19
7211359468KushAfrican state that developed along the upper reaches of the Nile circa 1000 B.C.E.; conquered Egypt and ruled it for several centuries20
7211359469monotheismThe exclusive worship of one god; introduced by Jews into Middle Eastern civilization21
7211359470PhoeniciansSeafaring civilization located on the shores of the eastern Mediterranean; established colonies throughout the Mediterranean22
7211359471Harappa and Mohenjo DaroMajor urban complexes of Harappan civilization; laid out on planned grid pattern23
7211359472AryansIndo-European nomadic, warlike, pastorialists who replaced Harappan civilization24
7211359473Huanghe (Yellow) River BasinSite of the development of sedentary agriculture in China25
7211359474Shang1st Chinese dynasty (after the legendary Xia)26
7211359475OraclesShamans or priests in Chinese society who foretold the future through interpreting animal bones cracked by heat; inscriptions on bones led to Chinese writing27
7211359476ideographic writingPictograph characters grouped together to create new concepts; typical of Chinese writing28
7211359477Big GeographyA term that draws attention to the global nature of world history.29
7211359478PaleolithicThe period that ended about 3,000 years after the end of the last Ice Age, it lasted until about 10,000 years ago. (Old Stone Age) The period of the Stone Age associated with the evolution of humans. It predates the Neolithic period.30
7211359479Human migration during Paleolithic eramovement of humans from Africa to Eurasia, Australia, and the Americas31
7211359480eglitarianequality among people (no social levels)32
7211359481toolsHumans developed a wider range of ____ specially adapted to different environments from tropics to tundra33
7211359482Neolithic Revolutionperiod of change from hunter-gatherer lifesyle to agricultural lifestyles associated with domestication, farming, and settlement34
7211359483patriarchyfather based/male dominated society35
7211359484climatic changePermanent agricultural villages emerged first in the lands of the eastern Mediterranean, possibly as a response to what?36
7211359485weaponsPastoralists were often the developers and disseminators of of ____ and forms of transportation that transformed warfare in agrarian civilizations37
7211359486horsesname one mode of new transportation by the pastoralists38
7211359487artElites, both political and religious, promoted ____.39
7211359488record-keeping systems___ arose independently in all early civilization sand subsequently were diffused40
7211359489Nile RiverThis river flooded regularly.41
7211359490Tigris RiverThis river's floods were unpredictable.42
7211359491MesopotamianUnpredictable weather patterns affected the development of the _____ civilization.43
7211359492Egyptian_______art demonstrated little change for nearly 1000 years.44
7211359493Nubia and KushKingdoms upriver from Egypt.45
7211359494Standard of Ur46
7211359495Harappan King or Priest Figure47
7211359496JerichoOne of the earliest cities: located in modern Israel.48
7211359497Catal-HyoukOne of the earliest cities: located in modern Turkey.49
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AP WORLD HISTORY TERMS Flashcards

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7169052514AbsolutismA political system in which a ruler holds total power0
7169052515Agrarianconcerning farms, farmers, or the use of land1
7169052516AgricultureFarming2
7169052517AristocracyA government in which power is in the hands of a hereditary ruling class or nobility3
7169052518BiasPrejudice or predisposition toward one side of a subject or issue.4
7169052519BuddhismA religion based on the teachings of the Buddha.5
7169052520BureaucracyA system of managing government through departments run by appointed officials6
7169052521CapitalismAn economic system based on private ownership of capital7
7169052522Centralizeddecisions made at the top; often delegate responsibility without authority8
7169052523Chattela personal possession9
7169052524Chiefdomthe territory or people over which a chief rules10
7169052525ChristianityA religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus11
7169052526city-statea city that with its surrounding territory forms an independent state.12
7169052527civilizationA society with cities, a central government, job specialization, and social classes13
7169052528ClergyChurch officials14
7169052529Colonialismrule by an autonomous power over a subordinate and alien people and place15
7169052530ColonyA territory that is legally tied to a sovereign state rather than completely independent.16
7169052531Communismthe idea that society should be based on public ownership and communal control of property17
7169052532Confucianismthe ideas of Confucius18
7169052533CultureBeliefs, customs, and traditions of a specific group of people.19
7169052534Daoisma Chinese philosophy that emphasizes living in harmony with nature20
7169052535Demographythe scientific study of population characteristics21
7169052536DiasporaA dispersion of people from their homeland22
7169052537DynastyA series of rulers from the same family23
7169052538EconomicThe gain or loss of money or jobs24
7169052539EdictAn order issued by someone in authority25
7169052540egalitarianpromoting equal rights for all people26
7169052541EmpireA group of states or territories controlled by one ruler27
7169052542EpidemicA widespread outbreak of an infectious disease.28
7169052543Ethnocentrismracial or cultural prejudice29
7169052544FeudalismA system of government based on landowners and tenants30
7169052545ForageTo rummage, scavenge, graze for food31
7169052546GenocideDeliberate extermination of a racial or cultural group32
7169052547Globalizationdevelopment of a worldwide culture with an interdependent economy33
7169052548HierarchyA group organized by rank34
7169052549Hinduisma major religious and cultural tradition of South Asia, developed from Vedic religion.35
7169052550IdeologyA consistent set of beliefs by groups/individuals36
7169052551ImperialismA policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.37
7169052552Indentured servanta person who came to America and was placed under contract to work for another over a period of time, usually seven years, especially during the 17th to 19th centuries38
7169052553IndustrialOf, relating to, or resulting from industry.39
7169052554InflationA general and progressive increase in prices40
7169052555Judaismthe Jewish religion41
7169052556ManufactureTo make something, especially on a large scale using machinery.42
7169052557MaritimeA humid air mass that forms over oceans43
7169052558MatriarchyA society ruled or controlled by women44
7169052559MerchantA person who makes money by selling goods45
7169052560MonarchyA government ruled by a king or queen46
7169052561MonotheismBelief in one God47
7169052562Nationa politically organized body of people under a single government48
7169052563Neolithic"New Stone Age"49
7169052564Nobilitya class of people having high birth or rank50
7169052565Nomada member of a wandering pastoral people51
7169052566Pagana person holding religious beliefs other than those of the main world religions52
7169052567PandemicA global outbreak of an infectious disease53
7169052568PapacyThe system of ecclesiastical government in which the pope is recognized as the supreme head54
7169052569PastoralUsed for or related to the keeping or grazing of sheep or cattle55
7169052570PatriarchyA system of society or government in which men hold the power and women are largely excluded from it.56
7169052571PeriodizationAn act or instance of dividing a subject into historical eras for purposes of analysis and study.57
7169052572PolytheismBelief in many gods58
7169052573prehistoricbefore written history59
7169052574Primary sourceA document or physical object which was written or created during the time under study.60
7169052575Protestanta member of a Christian church founded on the principles of the Reformation61
7169052576ReformTo bring back to rightness, order, or morality62
7169052577RegimeA government in power63
7169052578RevolutionThe overthrow of a government to establish a new system.64
7169052579RuralCountryside65
7169052580Scribea person who writes things down66
7169052581secondary sourceProvides information gathered from or based on other sources67
7169052582SecularNon-religious68
7169052583SerfA person who is bound to the land and owned by the feudal lord69
7169052584Shamana person believed to have the power to summon spirits and heal the sick70
7169052585Slavea person who is the legal property of another and is forced to obey them.71
7169052586Statea nation or territory considered as an organized political community under one government.72
7169052587Subjugateto conquer by force, bring under complete control73
7169052588SyncreticA religion that combines several traditions74
7169052589textileA fabric made by weaving, used in making clothing75
7169052590TheocracyA government controlled by religious leaders76
7169052591Urbanfound or living in a city77
7169052592Venerationgreat respect78
7169052593xenophobichaving or showing a dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries.79

Strayer Chapter 18 Flashcards

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9336936545European RacismEuropeans began to use scientific methods to back up why they should be in power, Belief that whites are generally just superior0
9336936546Scramble for AfricaEuropean countries fought each other for rapid colonization of Africa, used both negotiation and military tactics to win land1
9336936547Indian RebellionPeople were protesting the influence of Christianity and military tactics and defending Hinduism2
9336936548Congo Free Statetook millions of lives of locals by forcing villagers to collect rubber, massive use of forced labor3
9336936549Leopold IIBelgian king who ruled the Congo free state4
9336936550Cultivation systemPeasants were forced to cultivate specified cash crops and meet tax requirements by the state, helped the Dutch but really hurt the natives5
9336936551cash-crop agricultureproduction of crops for sale on the global market, such as sugar or coffee, interfered with the production of food crops in the colonies, had many environmental consequences6
9336936552Western-Educated EliteAbility for social mobility and interaction with the government, Africans and Asians who were literate were seen as a lot more valuable and often adopted elements of Western Culture7
9336936553WanijukuWoman who experienced a changing of times into British control, and although being circumcized, was married and became Christian, further living a Western life8
9336936554Africanization of ChristianityAfrican customs merged with Christianity to be more appealing and to involve more mystical practices9
9336936555Swami VivekanandaInfluential Indian religious leader who used Hinduism to unite his country and offer a sense of community10
9336936556Edward BlydenBelieved that every race had a specific contribution to make, and it was the distinguishing feature between societies11

AP World History Strayer Chapter 1 Vocabulary Flashcards

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6960981139Venus Figurines*Definition:* Paleolithic statuette portraying a woman. *Significance:* Shows in the paleolithic era people might have used women to tell time through birth, pregnancy, marriage, and death. Showed they understood differences and maybe had more permanent settlements than previously thought.0
6960995533Dreamtime*Definition:* Recounting of the beginning of things through ancestral beings (how it all started/create). *Significance:* Shows how people believed things came to be and that they were intelligent beings.1
6961017144Clovis Culture*Definition:* Prehistoric Paleo-Indian culture, named for distinct stone tools. *Significance:* It was one of the first clearly defined people in the Americas. They were hunters of large mammals. Significant because it shows what people relied on for food in the Americas.2
6961025891MegaFaunal Extinction*Definition:* The destruction of large or relatively large animals of a particular time period. *Significance:* This occurred at the end of the Last Ice Age. Climate change caused it to happen. It was a change in food for people and was one of the causes of the Agricultural Revolution.3
6961037116Austronesian Migration*Definition:* Expansion of a group of people (Austronesians) from Asia to the Pacific islands. *Significance:* It was the last phase of the great human Migration. It was a waterborne migration that spread their language fast and far. Domesticated plants and animals were also taken.4
6961050506"The Original Affluent Society"*Definition:* The gathering and Hunting people where people worked fewer hours to meet needs. Meaning they had more leisure time. *Significance:* Shows that the thought that hunters and gatherers weren't always at the point of starvation. They had time for leisure because they only needed to meet material needs.5
6961058645Shamans*Definition:* Person regarded as having access to the world of good and evil spirits (using drugs). *Significance:* They had a modern "priest" or "pope" to tell them what was going on. Used drugs to get to this state. Shows social capability.6
6961074750Trance Dance*Definition:* Ritual where shamans dance and sing special medicine songs. *Significance:* These dances provided supernatural potency. This from god himself. Shows the way they connect themselves to their beliefs.7
6961085270Paleolithic Settling Down*Definition:* The process of people moving toward permanent settlements at the end of the Last Ice Age. *Significance:* Caused the Agricultural Revolution and moved people to evolving socially. Through becoming more of a community and city like area.8
6961095486Gobekli Tepe*Definition:* Massive Limestone pillars carved in a T-shape in a set of circle/rings for a ceremony. World's oldest temple. *Significance:* Revolutionized how archaeologists thought about the Stone Age. Showed that people settled down for longer than expected.9
6961105969Fertile Crescent*Definition:* Region containing moist and fertile land of Western Asia. *Significance:* The start of Agriculture and domestication of plants and animals. One of the first places big civilizations were made because of its land.10
6961116497Teosinte*Definition:* Mountain grass (ancestor of corn) in Southern Mexico. *Significance:* One of the first sustainable crops grown in the Americas during the Agricultural Revolutions.11
6961124637Diffusion Migration*Definition:* Spreading of something more widely (people). *Significance:* First reason of globalization of agriculture. Spread of agricultural techniques, plants, and animals.12
6961138105Bantu Migration*Definition:* Migrations of Bantu people. *Significance:* Bantu people introduced new things to the people in the area they moved to: iron working, new crops and techniques, and their culture. Permanent home structure.13
6961143800Ishi*Definition:* Name means "Person". A man from one of the last hunter/gatherers in California. *Significance:* People learned a lot from his culture. His people were forced to isolate themselves, but were found anyway.14
6961152900Banpo*Definition:* Archaeological site of an ancient village. *Significance:* Showed housing and domesticated foods and animals. Shows the technological innovation during this time period.15
6961160673"Secondary Products Revolution"*Definition:* Innovations in Eurasian society and culture. *Significance:* Involved new uses for domesticated animals: milk and harvest animals and to ride them.16
6961172209Pastoral Societies*Definition:* Nomadic group of people who travel with herds of domesticated animals (food source). *Significance:* Moved with the seasons and animals and created powerful military confederations. The domesticated animals made easier traveling on forbidding environments.17
6961181426Catalhuyuk*Definition:* Large settlement. One of the first cities. *Significance:* Example of an early town where transition to a fully settled existence was achieved. Food from agriculture and social/gender equality in communities.18
6961189344Chiefdoms*Definition:* Form of hierarchical political organization society based on kinship with a formal leader. *Significance:* Cultural evolution. Where people began giving different "classes". Not through fear and violence but through kinship/gifts/charisma.19

AP World History/Geography: Chapter 2 Vocabulary Flashcards

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7232954082AbrahamThe Hebrew patriarch that came from the Sumerian city of Ur, but migrated to northern Mesopotamia about 1850 B.C.E due to Sumeria's disorder. His descendants continued to recognize many of the deities, values, and customs common to Mesopotamian peoples.0
7232976440AlphabetA set of letters or other characters with which one or more languages are written especially if arranged in a customary orderb : a system of signs or signals that serve as equivalents for letters1
7260286645AssyriansSouthwest Asian people who built an empire that reached its height during the eighth and seventh centuries b.c.e.; it was known for a powerful army and a well-structured state.2
7260304540Bronze and iron technologyTwo important discoveries and developments the Mesopotamians came across. These materials were used to create effective weapons and tools, such as axes, shields and armor, in addition to jewelry .3
7263276280City-stateUrban areas that controlled surrounding agricultural regions and that were often loosely connected in a broader political structure with other city-states.4
7263279085Cross-cultural interaction, exchangeIntended to strengthen the interaction of people from different backgrounds in the business world and is a vital issue in international business. This action allowed Mesopotamians to trade goods, such as minerals and various crafts, with other early societies, intermarry, and spread their knowledge and influence to multiple parts of the world.5
7263310322CuneiformWritten language of the Sumerians, probably the first written script in the world.6
7263324240Economic specializationThis occurred after the rapid growth of human population. All peoples vastly expanded the stock of human skills, and refine techniques inherited from previous generations. Experimentation was encouraged, allowing for the creation of new, distinct occupations, such as pottery, textiles, or metallurgy.7
7263363895Elite, commoner, dependent client, slaveShows (from left to right) the wealthiest and most respected human beings to the poorest and more disregarded figures during Mesopotamian times. Elites: The elites of early Mesopotamian times, besides the supreme rulers of each individual territory, were priests and priestesses. Priests and priestesses intervened with gods for good fortune and lived in temple communities while still generating land income. Commoners: Commoners were typically peasant cultivators who owed land and provided labor services to the elites. Dependent clients: The peoples within this social class "pyramid" had no private property and were typically agricultural laborers. Slaves: Slaves were owed by other people and were, essentially, derived from three main sources: prisoners of war, convicted criminals, and heavily debted individuals. Masters granted slaves freedom with financial gifts, or slaves acquired their own wealth and purchased their own freedom.8
7263371219EmpireAn extensive group of states or countries under a single supreme authority, formerly especially an emperor or empress.9
7263377539Epic of GilgameshA cycle of stories named after the fifth king of Uruk, Gilgamesh. Gilgamesh was made the central figure and hero of these particular stories, as he conquered the neighboring city, Kish. These stories explored themes of friendship, loyalty, ambition, fear of death, and longing for immortality, as Gilgamesh went on various adventures with his friends, and serves to be the best known "reflexive" literature from early times.10
7263411414HammurabiA Babylonian king who ruled from 1792-1750 B.C.E, most commonly known for establishing a set of rules based on the principle of les taliones, called Hammurabi's Law Code, and laws encompassing a centralized, bureaucratic rule with frequent taxation. The rules governed morality and kept this king's empire regulated, with stern punishments for disobeyers.11
7263435508Hammurabi's Law CodeSophisticated law code associated with the Babylonian king Hammurabi (r. 1792-1750 B.C.E.).12
7263448103Hanging Gardens of BabylonReputably constructed by King Nebuchadnezzar in the sixth century B.C.E. for one of his wives. It symbolized the wealth and sophistication of the Babylonian empire just before it was conquered by foreign invaders.13
7263464370Hebrews, Israelites, JewsSome of the best-known cases of Mesopotamian influence, where memories of these specific cultures and historical experiences are preserved in an extensive collection of sacred writings. All three religions were exclusively polytheistic. Hebrews: The Hebrews came into existence before both the Israelites and the Jews, and were pastoral nomads who settled between Mesopotamia and Egypt. Abraham served as the patriarch, and much of the principles were borrowed from lex talionis (Hammurabi's Law Code) Israelites: These people are a branch of the overarching Hebrews. This branch formulated after 1200 B.C.E. Jews: The Jews were southern Israelites that descended from both the Israelites and the Hebrews.14
7263523569HittitesBabylonian empire invaders who spoke Indo-European languages, most known for their establishment of the powerful empire of Anatolia (central plains). In addition, their creation of the war chariot and their utilization of iron metallurgy contributed much to the modern world.15
7310360798Indo-EuropeansTribal groups from southern Russia who, over a period of millennia, embarked on a series of migrations from India through western Europe; their greatest legacy was the broad distribution of Indo-European languages throughout Eurasia.16
7310373515IrrigationThe supply of water to land or crops to help growth, typically by means of channels. This supply of water was extremely beneficial, as it lead to increased food supplies, promoting the rapid growth of human population within Mesopotamian times.17
7310391922KingdomA country, state, or territory ruled by a king or queen. Example of this include Hammurabi and the Babylonians, as he sought to maintain order through written law codes, alongside Gilgamesh, arguably the most famous Mesopotamian ruler, and his epics.18
7310416714MonotheismBelief in only one god, a rare concept in the ancient world.19
7310420102MosesA person who embraced monotheism and believed in Yahweh as the supremely powerful deity and the creator and sustainer of the world. Commandments were given to this specific person that regulated both religious and ethical principles, and he was accredited for parting the Red Sea.20
7310454371Pastoral nomadsThe Early Hebrews/ these peoples inhabited lands between Mesopotamia and Egypt between the 2nd millennium B.C.E, and are known as producers of food. These groups raised livestock, and they move about within their established territory to find good pastures for their animals.21
7310473519Patriarchal societyA society in which men are in authority over women in all aspects. This was a common practice back in ancient history, and has since lead to problems between gender roles and family lineage.22
7310485118PhoeniciansPeoples who occupied a narrow coastal plain between the Mediterranean Sea and the Lebanon Mountains, speaking a Semitic language. They were known to be excellent sailors who dominated trade, and enjoyed a special reputation for brilliant red and purple textiles. One of their most influential creations was the development of a simpler alphabet, consisting of twenty-two symbols representing consonants.23
7310527528PolytheismThe belief in or worship of more than one god, a common practice within the ancient world.24
7310535152Sargon of AkkadThe creator of empire in Mesopotamia, known for being a talented administrator and brilliant warrior, conquering cities one by one and placing them under his own governors and administrators. However, he relied heavily on his personal presence to maintain stability throughout his realm.25
7310559601SemiticPeople characterized by speaking tongues within a Semitic family, such as Akkadian, Aramaic, Hebrew, and Phoenician.26
7310586615SteelA hard, strong, gray or bluish-gray alloy of iron with carbon and usually other elements, used extensively as a structural and fabricating material. This specific material had many uses, as the ancient peoples discovered it was a durable material for both tools and weapons27
7487135153SteleAn upright stone slab or column typically bearing a commemorative inscription or relief design, often serving as a gravestone.28
7310626485YahwehThis person was the god and creator/sustainer of the monotheistic religion of Judaism that influenced later Christianity and Islam.29
7310629299ZigguratMesopotamian temples that served as local deities' altars, and were shaped distinctively as steppe-pyramids.30

AP Language; Lesson 1 Flashcards

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4822581524Constrainta limitation or restriction (n)0
4822581525Deludeimpose a misleading belief upon someone; deceive (v)1
4822581526Disparagingexpressing the opinion that something is of little worthy; belittle (adj)2
4822581527Docileready to accept control or instruction (adj)3
4822581528Emaciatedextremely skinny (adj)4
4822581529Equitablefair, reasonable (adj)5
4822581530Eradicatewipe out (v)6
4822581531Incongruousnot in harmony (adj)7
4822581532Incumbentfalling on one as a duty (adj)8
4822581533Intrepidfearless (adj)9
4822581534Lividangry; bruise like (adj)10
4822581535Longevitylong life (n)11
4822581536Menialnot requiring much skill and lacking prestige (adj)12
4822581537Ostenatiousflashy; showy (adj)13
4822581538Oustget rid of (v)14
4822581539Penuryextreme poverty (n)15
4822581540Repletefull of (adj)16
4822581541Seditionrebellious (n)17
4822581542Tenaciousnot readily relinquishing a course of action (adj)18
4822581543Unethicalmorally wrong (adj)19

AP World History Period II Asia Flashcards

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5109180627Where did the Jews codify their religion?in the torah0
5109180628How does the Torah reflect Mesopotamian culture and legal traditions?Culture: flood story Legal traditions: Hammurabi's Code of Law (eye for an eye justice)1
5109180629How did the Jews come into diasporic communities?Jerusalem was conquered by many surrounding empires, causing Jews to spread out throughout the empires and creating small communities, or ethnic exclaves2
5109180630What were some of the causes and effects of the Jewish Diaspora? (1 cause, 2 effects)1. Rome destroying Jewish temples so the Jews disperse throughout the Mediterranean 2. Jews didn't have a homeland or temples, so they wrote down their scriptures, established synagogues, and relied on rabbis to teach the faith 3. Resistance of assimilation (circumcision, keeping kosher)3
5109180631What ideas became the foundation of Hinduism?Vedic ideas4
5109180632What is samsara? (Hinduism)reincarnation5
5109180633What is karma? (Hinduism)the belief that your actions (good or bad) affect who you will be in your next samsara6
5109180634What is dharma? (Hinduism)obligation/duty to your caste in order to reach moksha7
5109180635What is moksha? (Hinduism)liberation from samsara8
5109180636What reinforces the caste system in Hinduism?The hindu religion- doing your duty to your caste will improve your social position in your next life9
5109180637What is the idea of Brahman in Hinduism?the Universal Soul10
5109180638Who developed the idea of Brahman in Hinduism?the Upanishads11
5109180639Who was the founder of Buddhism?Siddhartha Guatama (the historic Buddha)12
5109180640Why does Buddhism develop?As a movement in reaction to and influenced by Hinduism (ex. karma, samsara)13
5109180641What are 4 core beliefs of Buddhism?1. 4 Noble Truths - Life is full of suffering, suffering is caused by selfish desire 2. 8 Fold Path - the way to end suffering and attain enlightenment (Nirvana) 3. People can attain enlightenment without priests (aka people can attain enlightenment in any social class) 4. People should withdraw from society and focus on improving self14
5109180642How did Buddhist monks live?an ascetic life in monasteries where they learned to promote Buddhist teachings (Nalanda)15
5109180643What are Nalanda in Buddhism?Buddhist teachings16
5109180644Who was Buddhism spread by and what empire was he trying to unite?Ashoka, the Mauryan Empire17
5109180645What is the symbol of Buddhism?8 spoke wheel18
5109180646Who was the founder of Confucianism?Kung Fu Tzu (Confucius)19
5109180647During the decline of what dynasty and why did Confucianism come about?The decline of the Zhou Dynasty during a time of political and social disorder (Time of Warring States)20
5109180648What were the 5 main attempts of Confucianism to create order in society by promoting social harmony?1. Filial piety - children must respect parents (xiao) 2. Women should respect men 3. Ancestor veneration 4. People should engage in respectful behavior towards others 5. Focuses on people engaging in society to make the whole better21
5109180649Who were 2 disciples that elaborated on Confucian ideas?1. Mencius - added that leaders should respect subjects through proper and efficient government (light taxes, support education) 2. Xunzi - Communities/families should make expected behavior clear and punish wrongdoers (shame/shun)22
5109180650Who was the founder of Daoism?Lao Tzu23
5109180651What are 2 ways that Daoism emphasized striving to attain a balance between humans and nature?1. People should live "simply" and disengage from society 2. People should live in harmony with nature and use it as a guide for their behavior24
5109180652What do Daoists believe about the government?it is bad and imposes artificial constraints on humans25
5109180653How does Daoism influence Chinese culture regarding medicine, poetry, science, and architecture?Medicine - try to find elixirs that promote longevity, acupuncture Poetry - Chinese poets write about harmony in nature Science - metallurgy improves with experiments of elements in nature Architecture - Feng Shui creates balance and harmony26
5109180654What is the symbol for Daoism?Yin and yang27
5109180655What were 3 epic stories of Hinduism?1. Mahabharata - story of a civil war in which god Vishnu rewards virtuous behavior by people 2. Ramayana - celebrates women who follow wishes of their husbands 3. Bhagavad Gita - god Vishnu tells people that a way to salvation is to be faithful to your duties of your caste and be devoted to your deity28
5109180656What do Hindu temples reinforce?Religious ideas of moral behavior through the decoration of temples that illustrate epic stories and gods29
5109180657Who was the founder of the Mauryan Empire?Chandragupta Maurya30
5109180658How did the Mauryan Empire control his kingdom and build up a large army?Its location on the Ganges River and tax trade31
5109180659Which empire conquered most of northern India?the Mauryan Empire32
5109180660Who was in charge of provinces in the Mauryan Empire to create a centralized government?Bureaucrats who answer to the emperor33
5109180661How did the Mauryan Empire keep bureaucrats from gaining too much power?By placing spies in charge of spying on the bureaucratic rulers of the provinces34
5109180662How did the Mauryan Empire maintain order in its provinces ruled by bureaucrats and spies?By using a large army35
5109180663What religion does the emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan Empire promote to unite people under one ethical system?Theravada Buddhism36
5109180664What does Ashoka do in the Mauryan empire to increase trade?Build roads37
5109180665What does Ashoka do in the Mauryan Empire to issue laws?Use edicts on pillars38
5109180666Why did the Mauryan Empire decline?Large cost of maintaining large army and bureaucracy39
5109180667Where did the Gupta Empire begin?Along the Ganges River Valley40
5109180668How did the Gupta Empire use their location on trade routes to help their empire?Gain wealth for conquest41
5109180669How did the Gupta Empire expand?Through conquest and alliances42
5109180670Who was in charge of ruling provinces in the Gupta Empire to create a decentralized government?Rajas as long as they pay tribute43
5109180671What external reasons led to the Gupta Empire's decline?Invasions by White Huns (central asian nomads) overwhelm the ability of decentralized state to coordinate defense44
5109180672What internal reasons led to the Gupta Empire's decline?Local rulers (rajas) used the invasions as incentive to break away from the empire45
5109180673How did Qin Shi Huandi unite much of China for the first time in history?With iron weapons46
5109180674What kind of government did the Qin Dynasty have?Highly centralized47
5109180675How did the Qin Dynasty limit nobles' ability to rebel?The emperor took away their land, no land meant no power, so they were not able to rebel48
5109180676Who was in charge of ruling provinces in the Qin Dynasty?The emperor's supporters instead of nobles49
5109180677What system did the Qin Dynasty use to create order in the empire?Legalism50
5109180678What is Legalism?Absolute authority of a ruler and strict group punishments51
5109180679In what 4 ways did the Qin Dynasty increase trade?1. By building roads/canals 2. By standardizing weights and measures 3. By standardizing coins 4. By standardizing one Chinese written script52
5109180680What did Qin Shi Huandi do to critics of his policies, especially Confucian scholars?Killed them and burned their books53
5109180681How did the Qin Dynasty protect against invasions in the north?Built the Great Wall of China54
5109180682What internal reasons were there for the decline of the Qin Dynasty?Qin Shi Huandi dies, harsh rule and high taxes for Great Wall and emperor's tomb leads to rebellions from nobles and peasants55
5109180683Who was the founder of the Han Dynasty?Liu Bang56
5109180684What kind of government did the Han Dynasty have?Centralized57
5109180685What was the capital of the Han Dynasty?Chang'an58
5109180686What did the Han Dynasty continue from the Qin Dynasty in order to improve trade?Building roads and canals59
5109180687What did the emperor Han Wudi of the Han Dynasty create to train a highly educated bureaucracy?Confucian academy60
5109180688What did the Han Dynasty monopolize in order to raise money?iron and salt production61
5109180689Where did the Han Dynasty conquer in order to increase trade and therefore increase revenue for the state?Along the Silk Roads to extend control of them62
5109180690What 2 Southeast Asian countries did the Han Dynasty conquer and what did they get from them?1. Vietnam - introduced fast growing rice, more food equals larger population 2. Korea - spread Chinese culture to Han Dynasty63
5109180691What were the external reasons for the decline of the Han Dynasty?Invasions into Korea, Vietnam, and central Asia were expensive, so there were higher taxes64
5109180692What were the internal reasons for the decline of the Han Dynasty? (2)1. Wealth gap widens because nobles take land from peasants who cannot pay their taxes 2. Peasant rebellions, like the Yellow Turban Uprising, weaken the state65
5109180693What were in the centers of Mayan city-states/civilization and what did it function as?Temple complex that functioned as the center for religious festivals, trade, and political administration (ex. Teotihuacan)66
5109180694What job do most people have in Mayan city-states and where in relation to the ceremonial center do they have them?Farmers outside the ceremonial center67
5109180695How did farmers in Mayan city-states increase food production through farming?Created underwater terraces to trap rich silt for farming68
5109180696When do the people in Mayan city-states come into the "city" and what do they do?During festivals in order to make religious sacrifices of blood to a sun god69
5109180697What kind of government did Mayan city-states have?Decentralized70
5109180698What do separate Mayan city-states do to each other?Trade and raid71
5109180699What did Mayan city-states do with captured enemies?Use them as slaves or for sacrifices72
5109180700Why did Mayan city-states decline?It is unknown - could be disease, invasion, earthquakes, or changing climate73
5109180701Where did Moche government develop?In the valleys of the Andes mountains74
5109180702In Moche government, what did the upper, middle, and lower areas of each valley produce to create a diverse food producing region?Upper - potatoes and llama meat Middle - maize and beans Lower - fish and sweet potatoes75
5109180703Why were larger centralized states under Moche government unable to develop?Due to the rough mountain geography between valleys76
5109180704What dynasty came after the Shang Dynasty?Zhou Dynasty77
5109180705How did the Zhou Dynasty legitimize their rule?By using the Mandate of Heaven78
5109180706What is the Mandate of Heaven in Chinese culture (especially the Zhou Dynasty)?Spirits will tell people when a dynasty no longer has their favor to rule by having natural disasters, corruption, and rebellions79
5109180707Who was in charge of ruling provinces in the Zhou Dynasty?friends and family of the emperor80
5109180708What were the internal reasons for the decline of the Zhou Dynasty?Over time, rulers of provinces weren't friends and family anymore, so random people were just building up personal power and then rebelling81
5109180709What was the upper class of Classical China made up of?Nobles, with wealth based on owning land82
5109180710How did people in the upper class of Classical China live?In large compounds composed of extended family groups with the oldest male in charge83
5109180711What did the males supervise in the upper class of Classical China?Collection of food and tax from peasants, receiving education, military training, and instruction in etiquette84
5109180712What was the middle class of Classical China made up of?Artisans, small landholders, and merchants85
5109180713What social group dropped in status due to the growth of Confucianism?Merchants86
5109180714What was the lower class of Classical China made up of?Landless peasants who got protection and a small plot of land to farm on for themselves in return for providing agricultural and military labor to nobles87
5109180715How were slaves "created" in Classical China?They were captured in war and used for manual labor for nobles88
5109180716What were all classes in Classical China and what did they all practice?Patriarchal and ancestor veneration89
5109180717What was the system of social classes in Classical India called?Caste (varna) system90
5109180718Why did the caste system develop in Classical India?A way to differentiate between Aryans and Dravidians after the groups intermingled91
5109180719What is your caste determined by?Your occupation92
5109180720What were the 4 social classes of Classical India?1. Brahmin - priests 2. Kshatriyas - warriors 3. Vaishyas - merchants, artisans, and small land owners 4. Shudras - landless poor93
5109180721What does your caste determine about you and what cannot be done to it?Determines your friends, spouse, and occupations and cannot be changed94
5109180722What is a jati?A specialized sub-caste95
5109180723What do jatis function as and what do they do?Function as guilds, determining the quality, pricing, and quantity of production of goods that jati is producing96
5109180724What are 2 ways in which Classical India reinforces patriarchal society?1. Burning of widow (sati) 2. Child brides97
5109180725After the fall of the Han Dynasty, who was China ruled by and what did they do?Local warlords that waged constant raids on each other98
5109180726What 2 things did the violence after the fall of the Han Dynasty lead to a decrease in?1. Decreased trade - Silk Roads traffic decreases greatly 2. Decreased agricultural production - lower population99
5109180727What 2 things do central asian nomads do in northern China after the fall of the Han Dynasty?1. Adopt Chinese language, food, dress, and agricultural lifestyle 2. Help introduce Mahayana Buddhism into region100
5109180728Why was Mahayana Buddhism popular?Because it was a faith that promised salvation to desperate people101
5109180729Why was Confucianism discredited after the fall of the Han Dynasty?People believed it didn't work because it didn't keep the Han Dynasty together102
5109180730Why did Daoism become more popular among people after the fall of the Han Dynasty?It offers salvation103
5109180731Who were the Xiongnu and where did they live?central asian nomads that lived on China's northern border104
5109180732What were the Xiongnu excellent at?War - horsemen and archers105
5109180733What did the Xiongnu divide into?warring clans106
5109180734How were the Xiongnu exposed to numerous religions such as Nestorian Christianity and Buddhism?Through merchants on Silk Roads and oases107
5109180735What did the Xiongnu trade with the Chinese for?Finished goods or agricultural products108
5109180736When trading wouldn't work, what would the Xiongnu do to the Chinese?Raid them109
5109180737What did the early Han Dynasty do to the Xiongnu to pacify the frontier?Paid tribute to the Xiongnu110
5109180738What 2 cities did the Silk Roads connect through numerous overland trails?Chang'an in China and Antioch in eastern Mediterranean111
5109180739Why did traffic on roads increase with larger empires? (2 reasons)1. Provide protection to merchants 2. Skilled artisans produced more goods for trade112
5109180740What were items on the Silk Roads usually like?Light weight, luxury items with a high value (ex. silk and gems)113
5109180741What 2 things specifically spread on the Silk Roads?Diseases and religions (such as Buddhism and Nestorian Christianity)114
5109180742What 2 new technologies increased the amount of products being traded along the Silk Roads?1. Domestication of pack animals such as horses and oxen that increase carrying loads 2. Yokes, saddles, and stirrups allow pack animals to carry heavier loads or be controlled easier by humans115
5109180743What enabled merchants to trade extensively with South Asia?Monsoon winds in the Indian Ocean116
5109180744What were monsoon winds and how did they allow people to trade with South Asia?Predictable constant winds that allowed vessels to sail into South Asia for 6 months and then sail back in the other 6 months117
5109180745What groups of people engaged in maritime trade with South Asia (6 groups)?East Africans, Southwest Asians, Indians, Southeast Asians, Indonesians, and Chinese118
5109180746What were lateen sails and how did they help with maritime trade?Triangular sails that pivot on the mast, helps with maneuverability in the wind119
5109180747What were the items traded usually like in maritime trade?Luxury items that were bulky (ex. spices, cloth)120
5109180748What religion spread throughout the Mediterranean basin and along trade routes in Southwest Asia from the efforts of missionaries?Christianity121
5109180749Where did Christianity develop its ascetic practices?From contact with India122
5109180750Where did Christianity develop and what did it emphasize?Southwest Asia, Jesus' humanity123
5109180751How did Hinduism spread?Merchants spread it along Indian sea lanes124
5109180752What religion was used to enhance rulers' authority by association?Hinduism125
5109180753How did Buddhism spread and where did start off/where did it get picked up?Merchants along Silk Roads, first in oasis towns, then picked up by central asian nomads126
5109180754What was the most prevalent type of Buddhism along the Silk Roads and why?Mahayana Buddhism - adaptable to people's local beliefs127

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