AP world charts

Political Science

The study of politics and the power associated with it from various perspectives.

Historiography

The study of historical writing and sources.

Economy

The study of how humans make choices to use resources to satisfy needs.

Anthropology

The study of what makes us human and people’s lives and behaviors.

Archeology

The study of past civilizations through their artifacts and structures.

Neolithic Revolution

A period when humans learned to domesticate plants and animals, leading to permanent settlements.

Collapse of the Gupta Empire

The fall of the Gupta Empire due to invasions and internal chaos.

Pax Mongolica

A period of peace and stability established by the Mongols across their empire.

Christianity

A monotheistic religion based on the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth.

Islam

A monotheistic religion based on the teachings of Muhammad and the Quran.

Renaissance

A cultural revival in Europe characterized by a resurgence of interest in classical art, literature, and learning.

Feudalism

A political and social system where land was held by lords who granted it to vassals in exchange for service.

Absolutism

A political system in which a single ruler holds absolute power, often justified by divine right.

Hammurabi’s Code

The first codified system of laws, established in Mesopotamia.

Justinian’s Code

A collection of laws and legal interpretations developed under the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I.

Commercial Revolution

A period of European economic expansion, colonialism, and mercantilism from the 11th to 18th centuries.

Jihad

A religious duty in Islam that refers to the struggle to maintain the faith, which can include a spiritual or military component.

Cultural Diffusion

The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group to another.

Gunpowder

A chemical mixture that ignites and can be used in weapons and explosives, originating in China.

Silk Road

An ancient network of trade routes that connected the East and West, facilitating trade and cultural exchange.

Quipu

An ancient Incan device for recording information, consisting of colored threads and knots.

Zen Buddhism

A school of Mahayana Buddhism emphasizing meditation and intuition as a means of enlightenment.