MWC- Midterm Questions

Maritime Hubs

Key locations for resource extraction and distribution, supported by advancements in shipbuilding and navigation.

Pax Mongolica

A period of peace established by the Mongol Empire, allowing for increased trade and cultural exchange across Afro-Eurasia.

Black Death

A devastating plague that caused significant social and economic upheaval, impacting political structures in regions like Western Christendom and China.

European Renaissance Humanism

An intellectual movement emphasizing individual potential and human reason, challenging political and religious assumptions.

Global Trading Networks in 1600 vs 1450

Increased maritime trade and colonial expansion in 1600 contrasted with localized land routes dominated by the Silk Road in 1450.

Spanish Empire in Latin America

Established through military conquest and alliances with indigenous peoples, greatly benefiting Western European economies.

Atlantic Slave Trade (1600-1750)

The forced transportation of millions of Africans, significantly shaping demographics and political landscapes in Africa.

Absolute Monarchy in France

A system of governance where the monarch held centralized power without significant checks from other institutions.

Limited Monarchy in England

A governance system where royal power is shared with Parliament, developed through historical conflicts like the English Civil War.

Enlightenment Ideas

Intellectual movements promoting reason, individualism, and skepticism of traditional authority, emerging from dissatisfaction with absolutism.

Chinese Cartography

Focused on empire representation and harmony with nature, reflecting centralized authority and Confucian values.

European Cartography

Emphasized accuracy and detail, driving exploration and colonization, influenced by scientific discovery and economic ambitions.

Islamic Cartography

Incorporated knowledge from various cultures, showcasing navigational aids for trade and pilgrimage, bridging East and West.