Analyzing key themes of Unit V

Note: Part of the preparation for a unit test involves the reviewing of course themes. You need
to identify the key themes of this period (1450 1750) and how they are evident in the events
that transpired. Use the case studies covered in the textbook and class as evidence to support
your claims.

1 To what extent did the Atlantic Revolutions reflect the influence of early modern historical
developments (1450 1750)? (How were they the result of real issues and concerns of the
day?) Cite specific examples and evidence.
{French, Haitian, American and Latin American}

2 How did the Industrial Revolution interact with the Scientific Revolution and the French
Revolution to generate Europes modern transformation? (What common themes and ideas did
they share and contribute to each other?) Cite specific examples and evidence.
{New Ideas and developments}
3 How would you compare the colonial experience of Asian and African peoples during the
long nineteenth century to the earlier colonial experience in the Americas? (What were some of
the similarities and differences?) Cite specific examples and evidence.
{What new ideas about race emerged? How did this impact the experience?}

4 How did the experiences of China, the Ottoman Empire, Japan, and Latin America, which
retained their independence despite much European pressure, differ from that of Africa, India,
and Southeast Asia, which fell under formal colonial rule? Cite specific examples and evidence.
{Describe several colonial encounters.}