AP World History - 1400s Master Review for AP Test - 23-24

Define the Age of Exploration.

Define the Age of Exploration.

The period marked by European exploration and maritime trade expansion, notably beginning in Portugal.

Define the Spanish Reconquista.

The Christian reconquest of territories in Spain previously held by Muslims, was completed in 1492.

Define the Holy Roman Power Creep.

Significant growth and expansion of the Holy Roman Empire in the 15th century.

What was the War of the Roses?

Conflict in England resulted in the rise of the Tudor Dynasty and the fall of the Plantagenet family.

Define the Ottoman Expansion.

The Ottoman Empire's expansion into the Balkans and Southeastern Europe during the 15th century.

What was the Mughal Resistance like?

The British East India Company's expansion into South Asia faced resistance from Mughal forces.

What was the Ming Dynasty?

The era in China marked by Zheng He's explorations and China's renowned export of porcelain.

What was the Songhai Empire? What was their fate?

The rise of the Songhai Empire in Africa contrasted the Mali Empire's decline, with encounters between Swahili city-states and the Portuguese.

What was the consolidation of the Aztecs and Incas about?

The consolidation of power by the Aztec Empire in Mexico and the Inca Empire in Peru before European arrival.

Define the fall of the Byzantine Empire.

The fall of the Byzantine Empire with the Ottoman takeover of Constantinople in 1453.

Define the Russian Liberation? Who was significant in it?

Ivan III the Great had a large role in liberating Russia from Mongol rule.

Define the Onin War.

The onset of social conflict in Japan during the 15th century.