European Heritage
Ancient Greece and rome Athenian government Direct democracy – a form of government in which an assembly of ordinary citizens makes decisions Roman republic – a form of government in which people choose representatives to govern them. Under Roman Law All men were equal Innocent until proven guilty
Islamic Influence Help spread knowledge during Middle Ages Advances Develop algebra Measure size of the earth Create ships with triangular sails
The Middle Ages Rome collapses, leaving a void in leadership. New leaders emerge in the form of feudal lords Religion plays a huge part in the lives of everyday people.
The crusades Causes: Effects: Islamic forces occupied Jerusalem in 1095 Pope Urban declares a Holy War to win it back Effects: Cultural diffusion with Islam Wanted the goods they saw Gained advanced technology Contact with new foods
renaissance Means “rebirth” Johannes Gutenberg A huge increase in literacy. Information travels more quickly Mass production of books
Reformation Martin Luther Leads to: 95 Theses people questioning faith religious persecution.
The age of exploration Henry the Navigator Spread Christianity Learn to use Islamic navigation tools Astrolabe Compass