CSET Multiple Subjects - Subtest I Module 3: World History Review

Vocabulary-style flashcards covering major world civilizations, African kingdoms, European historical periods, and significant global revolutions as outlined in the CSET study guide.

Mesopotamia

Civilization established between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers known for the Fertile Crescent, cuneiform writing, Code of Hammurabi, and ziggurats.

Ancient Egypt

Civilization shaped by the Nile River, characterized by pharaohs, pyramids, hieroglyphic writing, and a polytheistic religion.

Judaism

The monotheistic religion of the Hebrews/Israelites that influenced the later traditions of Christianity and Islam.

Harappan / Indus Valley

Civilization in present-day India and Pakistan known for planned grid cities and advanced sewer systems.

Athens

A Greek city-state famous for the development of democracy, philosophy, and architecture like the Parthenon.

Pax Romana

A long period of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire.

Persia

An empire founded by Cyrus the Great known for an extensive road/trade network, a postal system, and Zoroastrianism.

Zhou Dynasty

The longest-ruling dynasty in Chinese history.

Qin Dynasty

Chinese dynasty associated with Qin Shi Huangdi, the Great Wall, and the Terracotta Warriors.

Han Dynasty

Chinese dynasty known for the Silk Road and the invention of paper and porcelain.

Olmec

The earliest of the major civilizations in the Right Start sequence, often associated with the memory shortcut 'Olmec = OLD.'

Maya

Civilization characterized by its achievements in writing, mathematics, astronomy, and calendars.

Aztec

Empire based in Mexico with its capital at Tenochtitlan.

Inca

Civilization located in the Andes known for its road systems and terrace farming.

Mali

West African empire known for its gold, wealth, and the ruler Mansa Musa.

Aksum

East African kingdom known for its trade networks and the adoption of Christianity.

Kush

A Nile-region African kingdom that engaged in trade and significant interaction with Egypt.

Feudalism

A Middle Ages social system where kings granted land to nobles in exchange for service, and serfs worked the land in exchange for protection.

Magna Carta

An English document that placed limits on monarchic power and served as a step toward representative government.

Renaissance

Literally meaning 'rebirth,' this period saw a renewed interest in art, science, humanism, and classical Greece and Rome.

Protestant Reformation

The movement sparked by Martin Luther and the 95 Theses that criticized the Catholic Church and led to religious division in Europe.

Scientific Revolution

A movement emphasizing observation, experimentation, and the scientific method involving figures like Copernicus, Galileo, and Newton.

Enlightenment

An intellectual movement focused on reason, natural rights, the social contract, and the consent of the governed.

Columbian Exchange

The movement of plants, animals, diseases, and goods between the Old and New Worlds during the era of exploration.

Glorious Revolution

English revolution where James II was overthrown, leading to William and Mary taking the throne and Parliament gaining power over the monarchy.