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The Modern Period in AP WORLD: MODERN covers from 1750-1900 CE. This is very heavy on economic, social, and political change. The next two of the nine units in AP WORLD: MODERN are featured in this time period. See the chart below for the exact weighting: CLICK BELOW for pages dedicated to the TWO UNITS in this PERIOD.
Below are the ACTUAL STANDARDS provided by the College Board for what you have to know for the 1750-1900 CE Period:The development of industrial capitalism led to increased standards of living for some, and to continued improvement in manufacturing methods that increased the availability, affordability, and variety of consumer goods.
As states industrialized, they also expanded existing overseas empires and established new colonies and transoceanic relationships.
The 18th century marked the beginning of an intense period of revolution and rebellion against existing governments, leading to the establishment of new nation-states around the world.
As a result of the emergence of transoceanic empires and a global capitalist economy, migration patterns changed dramatically, and the numbers of migrants increased significantly
56?!?! There are 56 people to know in the Modern Period?!?! Yup. But, don’t think “oh no, I have to learn 56 people for this period.” Rather, think “this is way better than the 76 that are in the next period”. 😎 I know… That’s a lot. Here’s the short version:1. 2. 3. 4. 5.What factors contributed to the development of the global economy from 1750 to 1900?The need for raw materials for factories and increased food supplies for the growing population in urban centers led to the growth of export economies around the world that specialized in commercial extraction of natural resources and the production of food and industrial crops.
What economic factors contributed to imperialism in the global economy between 1750 and 1900?Industrial nations controlled bought or controlled most of the world's commodities and natural resources. Control over global commodities and raw materials like palm oil, cotton, and copper allowed industrial nations to expand industrial production and control the global economy.
How did states grow their power in various parts of the world from 1750Colonial powers expanded through warfare, diplomacy, and power transfer from exploration companies to governments. Colonizers established new settler colonies in French Algeria and the British colonies in South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. Large numbers of Europeans moved into settler colonies.
What were the effects of the various revolutions in the period from 1750 to 1900?Enlightenment Sparks Revolutions
During 1750-1900, people from around the world challenged established government structures, and this led to a great deal of political, economic, and social change. For many of the following Revolutions, Enlightenment ideas directly influenced their advent.
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