Review of Historical Concepts and Events (1200-Present)

Flashcards for review of key historical concepts and events spanning from 1200 to the present, focusing on state-building, economic systems, cultural movements, and significant transformations.

The key philosophy that Song China used to maintain its rule is __.

Confucianism

The economic system of appointing the most qualified individuals to positions in the bureaucracy in Song China was known as __.

Meritocracy

The Grand Canal in Song Dynasty was primarily used for __.

Internal Waterway & Transportation

Buddhism in SE Asia is represented by __ Buddhism, which focuses on personal spiritual growth.

Theravada

The tribute system in Song China required various states to offer __ and money to honor the emperor.

goods

The __ was the capital city of the Aztec Empire, known for its large urban center and marketplaces.

Tenochtitlan

Inca civilization operated under the __ system, requiring public service from men aged 15-50.

Mit'a

The __ movement in South Asia represents attachment to a particular deity, akin to Sufi practice.

Bhakti

The __ system in Spanish colonies forced indigenous peoples to work on plantations and in mines.

Encomienda System

The period leading to the collapse of the Qing Dynasty was characterized by __ tensions and internal strife.

Ethnic

The __ was a major result of the Treaty of Versailles after World War I that laid blame for the war on Germany.

War Guilt Clause

The __ referred to the competition between nations for colonies and influenced the economic landscape in the 19th century.

Scramble for Africa

The __ created a division between the capitalist nations, led by the US, and communist nations, led by the Soviet Union during the Cold War.

Bipolar World

The __ was a significant social structure in colonial Latin America, determining social status based on race and ancestry.

Casta System

The __ Techniques like Caravel and Fluyt were developed to facilitate maritime trade and colonization.

New Ships

The term __ refers to a situation in which one country exerts significant economic influence over another, as seen in Britain's dealings with China.

Economic Imperialism

The __ of 1948 was a significant event in which the United Nations partitioned Palestine into Israel and Palestine.

UN Partition Plan

One of the significant cultural movements resisting globalization is the __ Movement, which promotes rights for women and equality.

Human Rights Movement