CHY 4U1 World History since the 15 th Century (University level)

What do we study? Western civilization 1500 to now, including: Discovery – Columbus and Gutenberg Renaissance – Leonardo Da Vinci Reformation – Martin Luther Scientific Revolution – Galileo Absolute Monarchy – Louis XIV and Peter the Great

“In 1492, Columbus sailed…” … and the ideas of humanism spread

The Renaissance included …the original Ninja Turtles

The Reformation Begun by Marin Luther split the Christian Church and led to wars and persecutions and a famous defenestration.

The Scientific Revolutionaries …figured out that the Earth revolves around the Sun thanks to men like Copernicus and Galileo

and Absolute Monarchs had all of the power ! (as well as the crown jewels)

Cont’d Enlightenment – Hobbes and Locke French Revolution – Marie Antoinette to Napoleon Nationalism – Bismarck Imperialism – The White Man’s Burden 19 th Century Changes – Darwin, Marx, Nietzsche, Freud Some 20 th Century Events – Russian Revolution & Rasputin

Enlightenment thinkers like Voltaire, Rousseau and Diderot challenged traditions with the phrase, “Dare to know.” Invented the encyclopedia

The French Revolution

Nationalism led to flag waving and growing confidence!

Imperialism led to Europe carving up the world… …especially Africa in the 19 th century!

Key 19 th century thinkers we’ll discuss Great facial hair, guys! Darwin Marx Freud Nietzsche

Wrap up with some 20 th century highlights

What do we do? Term 70 % - 3 tests - some written assignments - the art presentation – see posters - a formal essay Final Exam 30%

CHY4U1 World History since the 15 th Century

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