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Period 5: Guided Reading QuestionsChapter 23: The Emergence of Industrial Society in the West Intro

1. What are the two major themes that pervade this new period? Provide at least 2 examples that illustrate each theme.

Forces of Change2. Cultural change, economic change, and population change all characterize this period. Provide one example of

each, and then state which of the three you believe had the greatest impact (positive or negative) on this new period.

3. How does the growing population specifically affect society? Be sure to look at issues like inheritance, job opportunities, and social class.

The American RevolutionRead, but take note below

Crisis in France in 1789Explain how each of the following promoted revolution in France…

4. Enlightenment thought –

5. Growth of middle class –

6. Economy –

7. Louis XVI –

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Pivot of World Empire: The Rise of the British Rule in IndiaExplain how each of the following promoted revolution in France…

8. Enlightenment thought –

9. Growth of middle class –

10. Economy –

11. Louis XVI –

12. Find one significant similarity and difference between the French and American Revolutions.

The French Revolution: Radical and Authoritarian Phases13. Compare Robespierre and Napoleon on the basis of their social and political policies.

A Conservative Settlement and the Revolutionary Legacy14. In what ways does the Congress of Vienna attempt to put Europe “back the way it was before?”. In contrast,

what liberal measures are implemented around the world to give power to the masses?

Industrialization and the Revolutions of 1848Read twice…no question and take notes


Consolidation of the Industrial Order, 1850-191415. What were 3 of the positive benefits of industrialization?

Adjustments to Industrial Life16. As a point of interest for you, reflect on how the changing attitudes towards children have impacted your life

today. (yes, this means write it down)

17. Provide 2 examples (each) of how society and industry change during this period after 1850. Which change seems the most drastic? Why?

Political Trends and the Rise of New Nations18. How does the meaning and usage of “nationalism” change during this period?

The Social Question and New Government Functions19. Why was the rationale for an increase in public education? What impact does this have on society as a whole?

On gender roles?

20. Explain “socialism”. Who is Karl Marx, and why does he feel a socialist movement is both necessary and unavoidable?


21. What argument is given by women to justify their demand for increased political power?

Emphasis on Consumption and LeisureNo question, but make sure to read….you’ll enjoy it.

Advances in Scientific KnowledgeNo question, but make sure to read…take note on the relationship between science and religion.

New Directions in Artistic Expression22. How do the changes to the arts reflect the changes taking place in society? (put some thought into this)

Western Settler SocietiesNo question, but take note on the growing technological divide, and the associated advantages.

Emerging Power of the United States23. Describe 4 characteristics of the 19th century United States that demonstrate just how far they still have to go to

become a world power.

European Settlement in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand24. Compare and contrast the growth and development of the above British colonies.

Diplomatic Tensions and World War IRead, but no question…this will be important later.


New Alliance System25. Describe the chain of events that leads to WWI, beginning with military buildup, and including nationalist

movements in the Balkans.

Diplomacy and Society26. Explain the Western social and political complexities that make war desirable, if not unavoidable.

Points to Ponder 27. Compare (at least twice) and contrast (at least twice) the Neolithic and Industrial Revolutions.28. How did European society change from 1500 to 1900 CE? (make sure you explain the progression). What is one

significant way in which it has remained the same?29. How did women’s roles in society change from 1000 – 1900 CE? (make sure you explain the progression).30. What were the permanent reforms/outcomes of the American and French Revolutions? (be sure to look at

things that impacted other governments/nations/continents).31. How did the emergence of new central European nations after 1870 CE lead to increased diplomatic tensions?

Chapter 24 Industrialization and Imperialism: The Making of the European Global OrderIntro

1. Discuss the changes to European relationships with the rest of the world in the following categories:a. Economic interest:

b. Political and Cultural:

c. Technology:

The Shift to Land Empires in Asia2. Prior to the 18th century, why did Europeans prefer NOT to rule directly?


Prototype: The Dutch Advance on Java3. What was the early relationship between the Dutch and the people of Java? Describe the events that caused

significant changes to this relationship.

Pivot of World Empire: The Rise of the British Rule in India4. Despite early resistance to the idea of direct control in India, what (or more accurately who) provide the British

with a reason to change their mind? How does this take-over occur?

5. How does the conflict between the British and the French play out across the rest of the globe? Provide examples and outcomes.

The Consolidation of British Rule6. Explain how the decline of the Mughal Empire allowed for the rise of the British Raj.

7. What characteristics of India make it the focal point of the British Empire? What characteristics of the British Empire made them attractive to native Indians?


Early Colonial Society in India and Java8. How do Europeans integrate themselves into existing social hierarchies? How they adapt to life in these

environments?

Social Reform in the Colonies9. What was the early British approach to religion in India? Later, what impact does European religion have on the

colony?

10. What is ironic about the European attempts to “westernize” India?

Industrial Rivalries and the Partition of the World, 1870-191411. What were some of the problems that resulted from this massive and rapid industrialization?

Unequal Combat: Colonial Wars and the Apex of European Imperialism12. Describe 5 advantages possessed by Europeans in their conflicts against these colonies. How do colonial citizens

attempt to rebel and resist European domination?


Patterns of Dominance: Continuity and Change13. Describe the two different colonization efforts of Europeans in the southeast?

Colonial Regimes and Social Hierarchies in the Tropical Dependencies14. Compare the treatment of African colonists to other tropical dependencies. Be sure to explain the European

rationale for this treatment.

Changing Social Relations Between Colonizer and Colonized15. How have societal norms changed from earlier in the chapter (questions 8 and 9)? In your opinion, what seem

to be the pros and cons of these changes?

Shifts in Methods of Economic Extraction16. What are three methods used by Europeans to increase production in their colonies? What are your reactions?

Settler Colonies in South Africa and the Pacific**Read, but no question – this will help you better understand the next two segments**


South Africa17. Provide an explanation for the following:

a. What do early Dutch colonization efforts look like in South Africa

b. Why do the British feel justified in taking over an area already claimed by another European power?

c. Over what issues do the British and Boers clash?

d. What is the outcome of this conflict?

Pacific Tragedies18. What are the many negative outcomes of European colonization in the Pacific?

Pick one of the following characteristics (culture, politics, economics) and complete this table by addressing changes and continuities within that topic

Prior to European Arrival After European Arrival

New Zealand

Hawaii


Points to Ponder (these are the questions you will turn in) – 4 points each19. Compare and contrast the British colonial rule and acquisition of colonies with the Spanish model in the 16th and

17th centuries.20. How did colonial societies change during the rule of Europeans? In what ways were they able to remain the

same?21. In what ways was the British conquest of India similar to the Dutch conquest of Java? In what ways was it

different?22. One of the first elements of European reform within the colonies was the introduction of educational systems.

In what sense did the introduction of Western education plant the seed of decolonization?23. In what ways did the European colonizers of the 19th century control the indigenous peoples and increase their

economic exploitation? Explain which method you feel was most successful.

Chapter 25: The consolidation of Latin America, 1830-1920Intro

1. What questions are Latin American countries faced with as they begin a new era of political independence? What sorts of problems do you envision would face a country that has to begin with such fundamental issues?

From Colonies to Nations2. What made earlier resistance/independence movements unsuccessful? Do you think these fears were justified?

Explain.

Causes of Political Change3. How are Latin American independence movements impacted by the following…?

a. American Revolution

b. French Revolution

c. Haitian revolution

d. Chaos in Iberian peninsula

Spanish American Independence Struggles


4. Compare and contrast independence movements in the following areasa. Mexico

b. Central America

c. northern South America

d. southern South America

Brazilian Independence5. How does a Brazilian colonialism and independence effort differ from those of Spain?

New Nations Confront Old and New Problems6. What are the goals and aspirations of the newly independent nations? What role does race play in these new

societies?

Political Fragmentation7. What seem to be the common theme that prevented the successful unification of large groups of Latin American

groups?

Caudillos, Politics, and the Church8. Who were the caudillos? What roles (there’s more than one) did they play in the newly independent

governments?


9. What were the main arguments of the following groups…a. Centralists

b. Federalists

c. Liberals

d. Conservatives

Latin American Economies and World Markets, 1820-187010. Examine the impact of the British and American recognition of Latin America. Which of the two was more

significant? Why?

11. What sort of relationship develops between the new Latin American countries and their former colonial overlords?

Mid-Century Stagnation12. What economic problems do the new nations face? How do they go about trying to alleviate them?

Economic Resurgence and Liberal PoliticsNo question…read twice and take your own notes


Mexico: Instability and Foreign Intervention13. Describe the events that cause the Mexican-American War. What are the terms of the Treaty of Guadalupe-

Hidalgo, and how do they favor one party over the other?

No question - Read about the new kind of relationship that Mexico briefly develops with Europe, and its outcomes on Mexican society.

Argentina: The Port and the NationNo question – be sure to read and compare with Mexico

The Brazilian Empire14. Find one similarity and one difference between Brazil’s and Argentina’s paths to nationhood.

Cultural Expression After IndependenceNo question – be sure to notice the cultural exchanges taking place between Latin America and Europe

Old Patterns of Gender, Class, and Race15. Describe the continuities and changes to the status of women in Latin America during this period of revolution

and reform.


16. How are the social hierarchies affected during the movement to nationhood?

The Great Boom, 1880-192017. What were the pros and cons of Latin America’s export-based economies? (2 of each)

Mexico and Argentina: Examples of Economic Transformation18. Compare the economies and forms of political control in these two new countries. (2 comparisons and 2

differences)

Uncle Sam Goes South19. What is the impact of the Spanish-American War on the United States?

20. What were some of the complaints/concerns leveled at the United States by Latin American nations? Were they justified?

Points to Ponder 1. Compare and contrast Latin American independence movements with the French & American Revolutions2. How have Latin American society, economics, and politics changed from colonial times (16 th century) to the

1920’s?3. Compare and contrast Brazil, Argentina and Mexico during the late 19th/early 20th century.


4. What are the explanations offered for the relative “underdevelopment” of Latin America? Which explanation seems to be the most sufficient?

5. Discuss the relationship of the United States with Latin America from the mid-19 th century to 1910.

Chapter 26: Civilizations in Crisis: The Ottoman empire, the Islamic heartlands, and Qing ChinaIntro:

1. What are 2 factors that account for Chinese success?

From Empire to Nation: Ottoman Retreat & the Birth of Turkey2. What are 3 factors that account for Ottoman decline?

Reform and Survival:3. Despite the variety of problems they were faced with, what allowed the Ottoman Empire to continue to survive?

4. What steps do they take in an attempt to reform?

Repression and Revolt:5. Describe the final decline of the Ottoman Empire from Abdul Hamid to World War I.

Western Intrusions and the Crisis in the Arab Islamic Heartlands:6. What evidence do you see of the rebirth of conflict between Christians and Muslims?

Muhammad Ali and the Failure of Westernization in Egypt:7. Describe the impact that Napoleon’s “visit” to Egypt had on Muslim views of the West. How do they affect Ali’s

effort as ruler?


Bankruptcy, European Intervention, and Strategies of Resistance:8. What sort of relationships do the Egyptians want to pursue with Westerners? What relationship ultimately

develops?

Jihad: The Mahdist Revolt in the Sudan:9. Describe the jihadists efforts of “the Mahdi”. How does the movement end?

The Last Dynasty: The Rise and Fall of the Qing Empire in China:10. How do the Manchus overthrow the Ming and establish the Qing dynasty?

11. How do the Manchus manage society once they have power?

Economy and Society in the Early Centuries of Qing Rule:12. How are women treated/regarded in Qing China?

13. What do you notice about the changing status of tradesmen? (think about the Foundations/Post-Classical era)


Rot from Within: Bureaucratic Breakdown and Social Disintegration14. How does the exam system decline? What is the resulting impact on society and government?

15. What are other major issues facing China?

Barbarians at the Southern Gate: The Opium War and After:16. How do the British finally fix their trade imbalance with China? What is the result of this new trade for China?

for England?

A Civilization at Risk: Rebellion and Failed Reforms:17. Describe the attempted reforms of the Taiping Rebellion. Why do you think the Manchu emperors (ex: Cixi)

would be so unwilling to allow those reforms in an attempt to save China?

The Fall of the Qing: The End of a Civilization?18. Describe the social pressures that bring about the Qing collapse.

19. We lose an old friend in the last paragraph. Reflect on this tragic loss to our curriculum. On a serious note, however, how do you think the Chinese would react to the loss of an institution like the exam system that had been in existence for several thousand years?


Points to Ponder 1. How did the experiences of the Qing dynasty in China differ from those in the Ottoman Empire from 1700 – 1900

CE? (focus on actions)2. Compare and contrast the reactions of the Islamic heartlands and China to the challenge of the West? (focus on

sentiments)3. Compare and contrast the British intervention in Egypt with its intervention in China.4. Compare and contrast the decline of China and Turkey (as one group) with the decline and fall of any previous

classical or post-classical civilization. 5. How did the emergence of the industrialized West affect the pattern for the decline of civilizations?

Chapter 27: Russia and Japan: Industrialization Outside the West Intro:

1. What are 3 characteristics of Russia and Japan that allow them to remain free of Western domination?

Russia’s forms and Industrial Advance2. What changes do you see taking place in Russia in terms of the following?

a. Government

b. Culture

c. Relationships with the West

Economic and Social Problems: The Peasant Question3. Describe the state of Russia’s economy before the Crimean War? What lessons do they learn from this

altercation with the West, and how do they go about changing?

The Reform Era and Early Industrialization4. What changes are made to the system of serfdom in Russia? What problems still persist?


5. What are 3 cultural changes that take place during this period of reform?

6. How does Russian commerce and industry change during this period?

Protest and Revolution in Russia7. Summarize the following statement, and then explain its significance to the growing social tensions developing

Russia.“Nationalist pressures were not the main problem in Russia, but given Russia’s mainstream nationalist insistence on the distinctive superiorities of a Russian tradition, they did cause concern.”

8. Describe the demands/goals of the following groups:a. Intelligentsia

b. Anarchists

c. Bolsheviks

The Revolution of 19059. In light of Russian defeat during the Russo-Japanese war, what further efforts are made to reform Russian

society? Describe their effectiveness (or lack thereof).


Russia and Eastern EuropeRead, but no question – pay particular attention to cultural and scientific developments…they should look familiar

The Final Decades of the Shogunate10. What aspects of Japanese society seem to be consistent with past periods? What are some examples of changes

that are beginning to take place?

The Challenge to Isolation11. How does the West break Japan of its isolationist tendencies? What is the short-term impact of these actions?

Industrial and Political Change in the Meiji State12. Describe the changes brought about by the Meiji government in the following categories:

a. Government

b. Military

c. Economy

Japan’s Industrial Revolution13. What steps does Japan take that allow them to compete economically and militarily with the West?


Social and Cultural Effects of Industrialization14. List 5 or 6 ways that Japan conforms to Western customs and practices. What are a few examples of ways that

Japan retains its own unique heritage?

The Strain of Modernization15. As your book states, there “was confusion about a Japan that was no longer traditional, but not Western either.

What was it?”. Support this with evidence of Japan’s duel identity, then describe the cultural direction that Japan ultimately takes.

Points to Ponder 16. Compare and contrast Russian and Japanese society prior to industrialization.17. Compare and contrast industrialization (and the political reforms that came with it) in Japan and Russia18. Compare and contrast the emancipation of the Russian serfs and the end to slavery in the Americas.19. Why did revolution occur in Russia as a consequence of industrialization, but not in Japan?20. What allowed Japan, rather than China, to assume leadership in Asia in the face of the challenge of the West?


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