The "Great War" (Blog #26)

The quest among European nations for greater power played a role in causing World War I. By the end of the 20th century, relations among these countries had grown increasingly tense. In Europe, military buildup, nationalistic feelings, and rival alliances set the stage for a continental war. Ethnic conflict in the Balkan region, which helped start the war, continued to erupt in that area in the 1990's.


Your Assignment:

1.) Define imperialism and militarism.
2.) How do these two terms work together to promote war.
3.) What is one argument against militarism.


Due: Sunday by no later than 11:59p.m.

Primary Source Documents on Industrialization (Blog #25)

Industrialization eventually raised the standard of living for many people in Europe and North America in the 1800's.


Your Assignment:

1)  Read each primary source passage on page 741.
2)  Answer the questions #1-3.


Due:  Sunday no later than 11:59pm

Newsreel (Blog #24)

Directly above this weeks Blog is a new widget I placed on our Blog page. It is called a newsreel. This newsreel searches the web for stories pertaining to the topic of your choosing. I chose to search for World History and Cultural History.

The last widget you will notice is the "Follow by Email" widget. This allows you to follow the Blogs and get updates regarding new assignments, etc.


Your Assignment:

1) Pick out one of the topics flashing along the top in the Newsreel and read that article giving a brief summary of the article and your opinions/thoughts on that article.


Due: Sunday by no later than 11:59pm

Karl Marx and the Communist Manifesto (Blog #23)

Along with the Industrial Revolution came problems faced both socially and economically. With Laissez-Faire capitalism being the most prevalent economic model, a change slowly occured in response to the problems that arose due to industrialization. Utilitarianism, which is a backlash to the problems and states that when the government must get involved, then they should get involved for the greatest amount of good for the greatest amount of people. Socialism, is the next rung on the ladder which increased government control over industries. To finally, communism which is full control by the government in all economic matters.


Your Assignment:

1.) Who is/was Karl Marx
2.) What was the Communist Manifesto
3.) Briefly explain the difference between capitalism, utilitarianism, socialism, and communism


Due: Sunday by no later than 11:59p.m.

Reforming Industrial Society (Blog #22)

The Industrial Revolution led to economic, social, and political reforms. Many modern social welfare programs developed during this period of reform.


Your Assignment:

1.) Describe the difference between Capitalism and Socialism.
2.) Look at the chart on page 737. Consider the following people from the 19th-century Britain: factory worker, shop owner, factory owner, unemployed artisan. Which of them would be most likely to prefer capitalism and which would prefer socialism? Why?
3.) Which system of economic ideas seems most widespread today? Support your opinion.


Due: Sunday by no later than 11:59p.m.

Industrialization Spreads (Blog #21)

The Industrial Revolution started in England and soon spread to other countries. The factory system changed the way people lived and worked, introducing a variety of problems.


Your Assignment:

1.) Explain the beginnings of industrialization in Britain. (25.1)
2.) Describe the social and economic effects of industrialization. (25.2)


Due: Sunday by no later than 11:59p.m.

Pick a Current Events Topic (Blog #20)

Pick a current event and relate it to world history. Also, state your opinion/thoughts on the current event. Your topic could be tied to anything that is happening in the world today and relate it back to what took place in history. Then look around at your classmates blogs and comment/reply to their post. Agree/disagree, let them know your opinion/thoughts on their topic. Make sure you pick out 2 of your classmates and respond to their post. (You will get 1 point for your post, and 1 each for your responses to your classmates.) Good luck!


Due: By Sunday by no later than 11:59 p.m.

The Congress of Vienna (Blog #19)

After exiling Napoleon, European leaders at the Congress of Vienna tried to restore order and re-establish peace.


Your Assignment:

1).  Explain what the Congress of Vienna is and what they tried to accomplish.
2).  Then research what the United Nations is and what they try to accomplish.
3).  State your thoughts and opinions on the concept of the United Nations and what they try to accomplish.
4).  Comment/reply on 2 of your classmates posts.


Due: Sunday by no later than 11:59p.m.