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CSET Multiple Subject Subtest 1: World History

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1. A republic in southeastern Europe on the southern part of the Balkan peninsula






2. Flourishing trade - medical encyclopedia - library - Algebra - spices - silks - perfumes - porcelain - textile goods






3. A philosophical and theological system - associated with Thomas Aquinas - devised to reconcile Aristotelian philosophy and Roman Catholic theology in the thirteenth century. (p. 408)






4. The meeting of representatives from each of the nations in the Quadruple Alliance. Its purpose was to draft a peace settlement by redrawing Europe's political map after the defeat of Napoleonic France. It succeeded in constructing a settlement that w






5. Revival of a classical style in art or literature or architecture or music but from a new perspective or with a new motivation






6. The collection of Papal states directly under the control of the Pope. Included lands in Italy - Germany - France - Spain - and England.






7. Political leaders after the death of Muhammad






8. Clan of Quraysh that dominated politics and commercial economy of Mecca; clan later able to establish dynasty as rulers of Islam






9. Provided land in exchange for personal service to the King.






10. A lesser used title for the English Civil War.






11. Established the new Babylonian Empire under Nebuchadnezzar (605-538 B.C.)- Conquered Mesopotamia - Syria - and Palestine Developed astrology - astronomy - advanced government bureaucracy - and architectural achievements such as the Hanging Gardens of






12. The rise of Islam






13. A system of philosophical and religious doctrines composed of elements of Platonism and Aristotelianism and oriental mysticism






14. Established the first lasting monotheism - Saul established the first kingdom in Palestine (c. 1030-1010 B.C.) - After the death of Solomon (922 B.C.) - the Hebrews were divided into two kingdoms (Israel and Judah) - Disunity and conquest resulted in






15. This was a war between France and England between 1346 and 1453. It was fought over land in France that each wanted to control. The British began strongly - but with the help of Joan of Arc - the French rallied and eventually beat England. Two famous






16. An advanced civilization that developed on the island of Crete around 2500 BCE based its prosperity






17. Mass production of goods and the rise of the factory system. From Rural to Urban centers. The division of society into defined calsses propertied and unpropertied. The development of modern Capitalism.






18. A city established as the new eastern capital of the roman empire by the emperor constantine in a.d. 330 that is now called istanbul






19. A Mongolian general and emperor of the late twelfth and early thirteenth centuries - known for his military leadership and great cruelty. He conquered vast portions of northern China and southwestern Asia.






20. Took over Turkey from the Byzantine Empire and strived to expand its borders into Eastern Europe - mainly fighting the Holy Roman Empire and its various princes throughout the Middle Ages. Constanople the center. Over time it started to shrink and gr






21. European trade agreement with Africa dealing with slaves brought from Africa. Integral part of Triangle Trade between the Americas - Africa - and Europe.






22. Created during kamakura era - In theory: Emperor's military chief of staff - In reality: Actual ruler of Japan






23. Te monotheistic religion of Muslims founded in Arabia in the 7th century and based on the teachings of Muhammad as laid down in the Koran






24. A style of architecture developed in Italy and western Europe between the Roman and the Gothic styles after 1000 AD






25. Athens vs Sparta - Sparta won but both were devastated unable to unite Greed city - states.






26. Napoleon cut off all trade with Great Britain to try and make Europe more self - sufficient - an economic blockade of Britain. The Foreign Policy of Napoleon - essentially an effort to thwart English advancement by nationally prohibiting British trad






27. King of England - Scotland - and Ireland (1625-1649). His power struggles with Parliament resulted in the English Civil War (1642-1648) in which Charles was defeated. He was tried for treason and beheaded in 1649






28. The first great Christian philosopher. He was a sinner and did not believe but eventually was converted and he wrote CIty of God as well as Confession - he is also responsible for the doctrine of Original Sin






29. This was the letter Martin Luther wrote to Archbishop Albert which explained that indulgences undermined the seriousness of the sacrament of penance.






30. The name given to Medieval Europe due to its lack of cultural - societal - intellectual - political and economic progress






31. Greek city - state that was ruled by an oligarchy - focused on military - used slaves for agriculture - discouraged the arts. Developed a totalitarian and militaristic state dependent on slave labor.






32. Individual conviction of ones belief - The effeciency and organization of the the early church - Doctrines that stressed equality and immorality. The establishment of the Pope.






33. Ended the Thirty Years War. 1. Recognized independent authority of German princes. 2. Allowed France to intervene in German affairs. 3. Pope couldn't participate in German religious affiars.






34. A flat - dry grassland with trees and bushes






35. Renewal in trade/ growth in economy. No more manorialism. Expanded the social class and a true middle class emerged. Introduced banking and the Guild system.






36. DominateTurkish group control caliphate






37. Englightenment - unequal tax system - bad harvests - debt - absolute monarchy - economic issues - inequitable class structure - disorganized legal system - no representation.






38. Forceful seizure of governmental power






39. Characterized by moving about from place to place as nomads






40. The class of modern wage laborers who having no means of production of their own - are reducing to selling their labor power in order to live






41. This was the French law put in place by Napoleon. It promoted equality before the law - toleration of all religions - and outlawing serfdom and feudalism. It also took away women's rights and outlawed trade unions and strikes.






42. The doctrine emphasizing a person's capacity for self - realization through reason






43. The classical economists advanced the theory of laissez faire






44. The 'Theatre of politics.' The nobility were required to live there by Louis XIV - beautiful architecture and gardens. Symbol of French state and power






45. This was the 2nd law passed by Parliament for King Henry VIII. It said that King Henry VIII was the only supreme head of the Church of England - and this church was formed from this act.






46. Large powerful kingdom in East/Central africa. Controlled and taxed trade between the interior and coastal regions - Organized the flow of gold - ivory - slaves - forged alliances w/ local rulers & profited immensely from these transactions.






47. Conquered the Mycenaeans - illiterate - cause the Dark Age of violence and instability






48. French philosopher and writer whose works epitomize the Age of Enlightenment - often attacking injustice and intolerance






49. A center for civilizations which flourished in the 2nd and 3rd millenniums BC






50. The most of the power lies on the shoulders of the House of the Commons. The Commons is elected by the people. The commons grant money - and is the law- making body in the british government.The commons pick the Prime Minister.