Thursday, April 18, 2013

Historical Question

How has the industrialization in the early ages of both Africa and Europe shaped the way the economy has formed presently in both regions?

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Historical Question (Re-posted)

How has religion influenced conflict within Europe and the Middle East throughout the twentieth century?

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Meiji Restoration Reflection

Was the Meiji Restoration a  revolution?  Be sure to define revolution and to support your opinion with evidence from the the fishbowl discussion and other class activities.

Monday, April 15, 2013

Historical Question

In what ways have the advancements in technology influenced the spread of imperialism throughout East Asia in the 18th and 19th centuries? 

Historical Question

What are the differences and similarities between the Islamic religion and the Hindu religion during the 19th century?

Sunday, April 14, 2013

China Reflection

We've spent the past week examining the history, culture, and contemporary status of China.  Based upon our studies, describe how contemporary China reflects both continuity and change.  (Hint: Consider our studies of the geography, religions and philosophies, historical developments, the "Chinese Communist Party," and "Tank Man" as you prepare your response.)

Friday, April 12, 2013

Historical Question
How has the growth of technology constructed Africa, South Asia and Europe?

Historical Question

How have religious leaders evolved in Europe and the Middle East from the times of Zoroaster?

Historical Question

How have the nationalist leaders ideals and their actions ultimately caused the genocides in Armenia (1915-1923), Rwanda (1994), and Bosnia and Herzegovina (1992-1995)?

Historical Question

How did the advances of technology and communication affect the development of the Abrahamic religions, and furthermore, did the developments only serve to stimulate the formation of different branches of these religions?

Historical Question

How did the Berlin Conference in the 1800's effect the United States and their view on imperialism today?

Historical Question

What were the similarities and differences between the spread of Christianity and Islam in Africa and Central Asia in the 19th and 20th century?

Historical Question

What was the influence of Islam in China during the Qing dynasty?

Historical Question


How did the spread of Christianity between zero and 500 CE affect the major religions of Europe and the Middle East at the time?

Historical Question


How did the modernization of countries in the 19th and 20th century influence events such as the genocide in Darfur, the Armenian Genocide, and the Holocaust in Germany?

Historical Question

How and why did monarchies in Europe, such as France and Great Britain, originate as monarchies?

Friday, April 5, 2013

"The World According to Sesame Street" Reflection

Use your notes to construct a 3-2-1 reflection on the documentary.  Describe 3 points from the film that reinforce and/or expand on concepts that we've addressed in class.  List 2 new ideas that you learned from the film.  Identify 1 point that you would like to learn more about OR a question that was raised by the documentary.

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Nationalism in Sub-Saharan Africa, Southwest Asia, & South Asia (HQ Sample)

How did nationalism influence the establishment of independent states in Sub-Saharan Africa, Southwest Asia, and South Asia in the 20th century?

NOTE:  This is a SAMPLE posted by Mrs. Friday