Review for Unit 1 AP World History Exam

These flashcards encompass key terms and definitions related to the content covered in Unit 1 of the AP World History course.

State

A politically organized territory under a single government, such as the US or Japan.

Confucianism

A philosophy emphasizing hierarchical societal relationships, authority, and filial piety, significant in Chinese culture.

Neo-Confucianism

A revival of Confucian thought during the Song dynasty that sought to eliminate Buddhist influences.

Filial Piety

A key concept in Confucianism stressing the importance of honoring and obeying one's parents and ancestors.

Bureaucracy

A hierarchical system of government through which the emperor's will is executed, employing civil service exams.

Champa Rice

A fast-maturing strain of rice that allowed for multiple harvests per year, contributing to population growth in China.

Dar Al Islam

A term meaning 'house of Islam,' referring to regions where Islamic faith was the organizing principle of civilization.

Abbasid Caliphate

The Islamic caliphate centered in Baghdad known for its cultural and scientific achievements and eventual fragmentation.

Mahayana Buddhism

A branch of Buddhism that encourages broader participation and emphasizes the role of Bodhisattvas in helping others achieve enlightenment.

Seljuk Empire

A Turkic empire that rose to power in the Muslim world, established by Seljuk pastoralists.

Aztec Empire

A powerful Mesoamerican empire founded by the Mexica people, known for its tribute system and human sacrifice practices.

Inca Empire

A highly centralized Andean civilization known for its bureaucracy and the Mit'a system of labor.

Swahili Civilization

A series of independent city-states along the East African coast that shared common cultural and social structures.

Feudalism

A political system in medieval Europe where land was granted to vassals in exchange for military service.

Manorialism

An economic system based on the lord's manor, where serfs farmed the land in exchange for protection and sustenance.

Bakti Movement

A devotional trend in Hinduism emphasizing love for one god, challenging traditional hierarchies.