AP World Timeline (copy)

What was a major development in Dar al-Islam during the Abbasid Caliphate (750-1258)?

The Islamic Empire with a capital in Baghdad developed trade systems using receipts and bills.

What characterized the Song Dynasty (960-1279)?

The Song Dynasty emphasized Neo-Confucianism, hierarchy, and filial piety, while women faced social limitations, including foot binding.

What was the purpose of the Crusades (1095-1291)?

The military campaigns aimed to convert Muslims and non-Christians to Christianity.

What significant impact did the Delhi Sultanate (1206-1526) have on Southeast Asia?

It led to the spread of Islam in the region.

What achievements are attributed to Genghis Khan's reign (1206-1227)?

He established the Mongol Empire, unified tribes in Mongolia, and became a great diffuser of culture and trade.

What was established by the signing of the Magna Carta in 1215?

It guaranteed the right to a fair trial for citizens.

What event marked the end of the Abbasid Caliphate in 1258?

The Mongols overtook and destroyed Baghdad.

What was significant about the Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368)?

It was the first foreign-ruled dynasty in China, led by the Mongols.

What was the Ottoman Empire's expansion characterized by from 1299 to 1923?

The swift expansion of territory from Greece to Persia with the adoption of gunpowder weapons.

What was the outcome of Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca in 1324?

It introduced the wealth of Mali to the Mediterranean world.

What does Filial Piety emphasize in Chinese culture?

It emphasizes honoring one’s ancestors and parents.

What was a key cause for the Black Death (1346-1388) spread?

The disease emerged in North China and spread rapidly along Silk Roads and Indian Ocean trade routes.

What was the Ming Dynasty known for between 1368-1644?

It came with the decline of Mongol rule and established peace and order while expanding borders.

What was Zheng He’s role during the Ming Dynasty (1405-1433)?

He was sent to explore the Indian Ocean and enroll other states in China’s tributary system.

What was the significance of the printing press invented by Johannes Gutenberg in 1440?

It made books easier to produce and affordable, increasing literacy.

What was the start of the Atlantic slave trade in 1441 characterized by?

It involved the brutal transportation of between 10 and 12 million enslaved Africans across the Atlantic.

What key event happened in 1453 regarding the Ottoman Empire?

The Ottoman Empire conquered Constantinople.

What led to the birth of Sikhism in 1469?

It was a syncretic religion holding significant doctrines from Islam and Hinduism.

What was the primary goal of Columbus’s voyages in 1492?

To initiate Spanish colonization and the Columbian Exchange.

What characterized the Mughal Empire from 1526 to 1748?

Notable rulers included Akbar, known for religious tolerance, and Aurangzeb, known for the persecution of Hindus and Sikhs.

What was the outcome of the Protestant Reformation in 1517?

It started with Martin Luther's 95 Theses, challenging the Catholic Church.

What major event occurred in 1861 regarding Russian serfs?

Russian serfs were emancipated.

What was the significance of the Sepoy Mutiny in 1857?

It was a failed uprising that led to Britain making India a crown colony.

What was the Green Revolution (1943-1978)?

A period of agricultural development that introduced disease-resistant and high-yielding crops.

What was a key result of the 1914-1918 World War I?

It led to total war, propaganda, and trench warfare, changing global dynamics significantly.

What was a notable outcome of the Cold War (1947-1991)?

It was characterized by the conflict between capitalism and communism, notably involving the US and Soviet Union.

What was the significance of the Berlin Wall's fall in 1989?

It marked the end of communist rule in Eastern Europe and was a pivotal moment in the Cold War.

What did the NAFTA agreement in 1994 accomplish?

It eliminated most tariffs on products traded between Canada, Mexico, and the US.