Age Of Exploretion Flashcards
(28 cards)
Where did the Aztecs originally live?
Aztlan in Central Mexico
The Aztecs moved from Aztlan to find a new central location, eventually settling near Lake Texcoco.
What was the significance of Tenochtitlan?
It was the capital of the Aztec Empire, built on Lake Texcoco
Tenochtitlan later became present-day Mexico City.
What role did religion play in Aztec government?
The government relied heavily on religion and traditions
Many Aztec traditions were performed for religious purposes.
What was necessary for the sun to rise according to Aztec beliefs?
Completing certain traditions, like sacrificing a tribal daughter
This belief emphasized the importance of sacrifice in Aztec culture.
How did the Aztecs gain wealth and power?
Through war and tribute from conquered peoples
The Aztecs required young men to serve in the army to maintain this power.
What was the main governing structure of the Inca Empire?
Absolute ruler known as the Sapa Inca
The Sapa Inca had total authority over military, politics, and more.
What was the legend of the origin of the Inca?
Ancestors created by the Sun God emerged from a cave
They eventually settled in the Cuzco Valley.
What was the purpose of the Treaty of Tordesillas?
To avoid conflict over territory between Spain and Portugal
It involved drawing a line of demarcation on a map.
What did the Columbian Exchange initiate?
A global exchange of plants, animals, people, bacteria, and technology
This connected the Old World and the New World in new ways.
What was the Middle Passage?
The route taken to transport enslaved Africans to the Americas
It was part of the Atlantic Slave Trade.
Who were the main contributors to the Atlantic Slave Trade?
Portuguese, British, French, Spanish, and Dutch
These nations were heavily involved in the slave trade during the 16th century.
What was the encomienda system?
A Spanish labor system granting conquerors the right to demand labor from indigenous populations
This system was used in Spanish colonies.
What does the divine right theory state?
A monarch’s power comes from God
People must obey the king as he is appointed by God.
Who was Louis XIV and what was he known for?
Known as the ‘Sun King,’ he strengthened absolute monarchy in France
He ruled from 1643 to 1715.
What was the significance of the Magna Carta?
Decreased the power of the king and gave rights to nobles
Signed in 1215, it marked a turning point towards limited monarchy in England.
What was the outcome of the Glorious Revolution?
William and Mary overthrew James II in a bloodless coup
This event solidified the constitutional monarchy in England.
What did Peter the Great aim to do in Russia?
Modernize Russia and push for European cultural integration
He traveled to Western Europe to study shipbuilding and navigation.
What did Catherine the Great attempt to introduce in Russia?
New ideas about natural rights and constitutions
She embraced Western ideas while expanding Russia’s borders.
What was the role of the Sapa Inca in Inca society?
Absolute ruler with total authority
The Sapa Inca was considered the ‘Son of the Sun.’
What major change did the Age of Exploration bring to global trade?
Growth of overseas trade and new economic practices
This included the rise of capitalism and joint stock companies.
What was a key consequence of the Age of Exploration for European nations?
Desire to gain power and wealth through colonization
European countries sought colonies for raw materials and trade advantages.
Fill in the blank: The system of government where power is shared between the king and Parliament is called _______.
Constitutional Monarchy
True or False: The absolute monarchs of England were able to secure absolute rule.
False
What did Louis XIV build as a symbol of royal power?
The Palace of Versailles
This palace was also used to control the nobility.
