AP World Unit 4 Review

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What technology did Europeans adopt from China that improved navigation?

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Magnetic compass

Front

What economic theory characterized European imperial states during the Age of Exploration?

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Mercantilism

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What was a key factor that enabled the Spanish to defeat the Aztec Empire?

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The Spanish formed military alliances with other indigenous peoples who were enemies of the Aztecs.

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Which technique of state-building was NOT important for European maritime empires?

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Monumental architecture

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Which invention significantly improved navigation during the Age of Exploration?

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The astrolabe

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Define Mercantilism.

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An economic theory that emphasizes the role of the state in managing the economy, particularly through trade and accumulation of wealth.

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What role did the astrolabe play in exploration?

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It allowed sailors to determine their latitude by measuring the angle of the stars above the horizon.

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Explain the significance of military alliances in the context of the Spanish conquest of the Aztecs.

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Military alliances with indigenous groups helped the Spanish to gain support and resources against the Aztecs.

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What is the primary goal of mercantilism?

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To increase a nation's wealth by regulating trade and accumulating precious metals.

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How did the magnetic compass impact European exploration?

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It allowed for more accurate navigation, enabling longer sea voyages.