Question 1

Which of the following commodities gave birth to a global network of exchange in the early modern era?&#10;A) Oil&#10;B) Silver&#10;C) Pepper&#10;D) Silk

Accepted Answer

Silver was the commodity that gave birth to a global network of exchange in the early modern era. It was used as a medium of exchange and also played a crucial role in the development of financial systems and global trade. The discovery of major silver deposits in the Americas during this period led to the emergence of a truly global economy.

Question 2

The characterization of the period from 1450 to 1750 as &#34;early modern&#34; highlights the&#10;A) beginnings of genuine globalization.&#10;B) naturalization of patriarchal structures.&#10;C) dependence on wind as an energy source.&#10;D) concentration of power in kings and nobles.

Accepted Answer

The period from 1450 to 1750 saw the beginnings of genuine globalization, which is reflected in the expansion of trade, the growth of colonial empires, and the spread of ideas and technologies across the globe. This period also witnessed significant social, political, and economic changes, such as the rise of nation-states, the establishment of overseas colonies, the expansion of commerce, and the emergence of new scientific, philosophical, and artistic movements. While patriarchal structures were still dominant during this period, there were also significant changes in gender roles and relationships. In terms of energy sources, wind power was important in certain contexts, but it was not the dominant source of energy during this period. Power was concentrated in kings and nobles to some extent, but there were also significant challenges to their authority, such as the rise of new merchant classes and the emergence of popular rebellions.

Question 3

Which of the following describes the role Europe played in the early modern world?&#10;A) European political and military power dominated Africa and south Asia.&#10;B) European missionary activity made Christianity the main religion in Africa.&#10;C) Europe came to produce more manufactured goods than China and India.&#10;D) European expansion to the Americas created new networks of interaction.

Accepted Answer

European expansion to the Americas led to the creation of new networks of interaction, including the exchange of goods, crops, and diseases, and the establishment of European colonies in the New World. While Europe did have political and military power in some regions, such as India and Africa, it did not dominate these areas entirely. Additionally, while Christianity did spread to some parts of Africa through European missionary activity, it was not the main religion in the continent. Finally, while Europe did come to produce more manufactured goods than China and India during the early modern period, this is not necessarily the most significant role it played in the world during this time.

Question 4

During the early modern period,which belief system was the most resistant to the secular challenges posed by science?&#10;A) Confucianism&#10;B) Judaism&#10;C) Christianity&#10;D) Islam

Accepted Answer

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Deck 4: G: Culture and Religion in Eurasianorth Africa 500