1. AIM: How much do I remember so far this year?
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2. Scientific Revolution
Enlightenment
French Revolution
Latin American Movements
Nationalism

3. Scientific Revolution
Description
Changed the way Europeans looked at the world & the universe. People began to make conclusions based on experimentation, observation, and reason, instead of accepting traditional ideas.

4. Scientific Revolution
Key People
Galileo
Descartes
Copernicus
Newton

5. Scientific Revolution
Impact
These changes (thinking based on observation and experimentation) inspired intellectuals to use reason to the study not only of science but also of human society.

6. Enlightenment
Description
Period in which people sought to use reason to question the role of government. Introduced new ways of viewing authority, power and law.

7. Enlightenment
Key People
Locke
Voltaire
Montesquieu
Hobbes

8. Enlightenment
Impact
Greater numbers of people began to question established governments. Some monarchs made reforms to the old order. Democratic ideas influenced later revolutions in America, France & Latin America.

9. French Revolution
Description
The absolute rule of King Louis XVI, economic misery and social discontent of the Third Estate led to a revolt against the absolute monarchy. Chaos and reform was followed by the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte.

10. French Revolution
Key People
King Louis XVI
Robespierre
Napoleon

11. French Revolution
Impact
Napoleon’s conquests spread the ideals of democracy and feelings of nationalism throughout Europe. The success of the revolution also inspired revolutions in Latin America.

12. Latin America
Description
Inspired by enlightenment & revolutionary ideals and the success of the American & French Revolution, individuals struggled to gain independence as well as other rights and freedoms.

13. Latin America
Key People
L’Ouverture
Simon Bolivar
Jose de San Martin

14. Latin America
Impact
These movements overthrew European rule, and many Latin American countries gained independence.

15. Nationalism
Description
A feeling of pride in and devotion to one’s country, especially among those who share a common language, heritage, history or goal. Causes people to join together to choose their own form of government.

16. Nationalism
Key People
Cavour
Garibaldi
Mazzini
Otto von Bismarck

17. Nationalism
Impact
Led to two strong, united nations: Italy and Germany. It did not always draw people together; it also created conflict in the Balkans.