Thematic Exam Study Guide: Key Historical Events and Concepts

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts from the thematic exam study guide on major historical events and shifts from 1750 to the present.

M.A.I.N.

The acronym representing the causes of World War I: Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism.

Total War

A type of warfare in which all of a nation's resources and population are mobilized toward the war effort.

Treaty of Versailles

The peace treaty that officially ended World War I and imposed heavy reparations on Germany.

League of Nations

An international organization founded after World War I to promote peace and cooperation among countries.

Totalitarianism

A political system that requires complete subservience to the state, often led by a single party or leader.

Fascism

A far-right, authoritarian ultranationalist political ideology and movement characterized by dictatorial power.

Holocaust

The genocide of six million Jews during World War II, orchestrated by Adolf Hitler and the Nazi regime.

Decolonization

The process by which colonies gained independence from colonial powers after World War II.

Berlin Wall

A wall that divided East and West Berlin from 1961 to 1989, representing the Cold War division.

Suffrage

The right to vote in political elections, especially women's suffrage for voting rights.

Industrial Revolution

The period of transition from agrarian societies to industrialized ones, characterized by advancements in technology and industry.

Nationalism

A political ideology that emphasizes the interests and culture of a particular nation, often leading to the desire for national independence.

Cold War

The state of political and military tension between Western powers (led by the USA) and Eastern powers (led by the USSR) after World War II.

Bolshevik Revolution

The 1917 revolution in Russia that led to the establishment of a communist government under Lenin.

Globalization

The process of interaction and integration among people, companies, and governments worldwide.