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6.2 World History: Global Studies by the End of Grade 12

Era 1. The Emergence of the First Global Age: Global Interactions and Colonialism

The methods of and motivations for exploration and conquest resulted in increased global interactions, differing patterns of trade, colonization, and

conflict among nations. Colonization was inspired by the desire to have access to resources and markets, often at the expense of the indigenous

culture, population, and environment.

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environmental and cultural characteristics of

specific places and regions.

• 6.2.12.GeoPP.1.a: Determine the role of natural resources, climate, and topography in European

exploration, colonization, and settlement patterns.

Global economic activities involve decisions

based on national interests, the exchange of

different units of exchange, decisions of public

and private institutions, and the ability to

distribute goods and services safely.

• 6.2.12.GeoGE.1.a: Compare and contrast the economic policies of China and Japan, and determine

• 6.2.12.GeoGE.1.b: Trace the movement of essential commodities (e.g., sugar, cotton) from Asia to

Europe to America, and determine the impact trade on the New World’s economy and society.

• 6.2.12.GeoGE.1.c: Assess the role of mercantilism in stimulating European expansion through trade,

conquest, and colonization.

• 6.2.12.GeoGE.1.d: Determine the effects of increased global trade and the importation of gold and

silver from the New World on inflation in Europe, Southwest Asia, and Africa.

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provided the necessary tools for European exploration and conquest.

• 6.2.12.HistoryCC.1.b: Analyze various motivations for the Atlantic slave trade and the impact on

Europeans, Africans, and Americans.

• 6.2.12.HistoryCC.1.c: Explain how the new social stratification created by voluntary and coerced

interactions among Native Americans, Africans, and Europeans in Spanish colonies laid the

foundation for conflict.

• 6.2.12.HistoryCC.1.d: Compare slavery practices and other forms of coerced labor or social bondage

common in East Africa, West Africa, Southwest Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

There are multiple and complex causes and

effects of historical events.

individuals and groups

• 6.2.12.HistoryCC.1.f: Assess the political, social, and economic impact of the interactions between

indigenous peoples and colonizers over different time periods (e.g., Columbian Exchange, forced

labor, slave trade and slavery practices, spread of disease, lingering effects on cultures).

• 6.2.12.HistoryCC.1.g: Assess the impact of economic, political, and social policies and practices

regarding African slaves, indigenous peoples, and Europeans in the Spanish and Portuguese

colonies.

Era 2. Renaissance, Reformation, Scientific Revolution, and Enlightenment (1350-1700)

Ideas developed during the Renaissance, Scientific Revolution, Reformation, and Enlightenment led to political, economic, and cultural changes that have had a

lasting impact.

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common good and protecting citizens' rights.

centralized nation states in Europe (i.e., the French absolute monarchy and the English limited

monarchy).

Demographic shifts and migration patterns both

influence and are impacted by social, economic,

and political systems.

• 6.2.12.GeoPP.2.a: Make an evidence-based argument explaining the impact and development of

religion in Europe on the political and cultural development of the colonies in the New World.

Historical events and developments were

shaped by the unique circumstances of time and

place as well as broader historical contexts.

• 6.2.12.HistoryCC.2.a: Determine the factors that led to the Reformation and the impact on European

• 6.2.12.HistoryCC.2.b: Explore the factors that laid the foundation for the Renaissance (i.e., Asian

and Islamic, Ancient Greek and Roman innovations).

Chronological sequencing serves as a tool for

analyzing past and present events.

• 6.2.12.HistoryCC.2.c: Assess the impact of the printing press and other technologies developed on

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Era 3. Age of Revolutions: Political and Industrial Revolutions, Imperialism, Reform and Global Impact (1750-1914)

The Industrial Revolution was a consequence of technological innovation and expanding economic activity and markets, resulting in massive

population movement, urbanization, and the development of complex economic systems. Industrialized nations embarked on a competitive race for

global resources and markets, resulting in the establishment of political and economic control over large regions of the world that had a lasting

impact.

characteristics of productive citizenship.

Democratic principles of rights, equality and

freedom are commonly expressed in their

fundamental documents, values, laws, and

practices.

by examining multiple events allows for a clearer

understanding of the significance of individuals

and groups.

Global interconnections create complex spatial

patterns at multiple scales that continue to

change over time.

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Era 4. Half-Century of Crisis and Achievement: The Era of the Great Wars

Nationalism, imperialism, industrialization, and militarism contributed to an increase in economic and military competition among European nations,

the Ottoman Empire, and Japan, and led to World War I. The failure of the Treaty of Versailles, the impact of the global depression, and the

expansionist policies and actions of Axis nations are viewed as major factors that resulted in World War II. World Wars I and II were "total wars" in

which nations mobilized entire populations and economies and employed new military tactics that resulted in unprecedented death and destruction, as

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• 6.2.12.HistoryCC.4.h: Compare and contrast World Wars I and II in terms of technological

To better understand the historical perspective,

one must consider historical context.

• 6.2.12.HistoryUP.4.a: Analyze the impact of the Treaty of Versailles and the League of Nations

Complex interacting factors influence people’s

perspective

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sources and interpretations can be applied to a

reasoned argument about the past.

• 6.2.12.HistoryCA.4.a: Generate an evidence-based argument to explain the rise of nationalism in

• 6.2.12.HistoryCA.4.b: Assess the causes of revolution in the 20th century (i.e., Russia, China,

• 6.2.12.HistoryCA.4.c: Evaluate how the Allied countries responded to the expansionist actions of

Era 5. The 20th Century Since 1945: Challenges for the Modern World

Decolonization, the emergence of new independent nations, and competing ideologies changed the political landscape and national identities of those

political problems at the local, state, tribal,

national, and/or international level.

Governments around the world support universal

human rights to varying degrees.

Understanding the interrelated patterns of change

by examining multiple events allows for a clearer

and political systems.

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spatial patterns.

Global interconnections create complex spatial

patterns at multiple scales that continue to

change over time.

Economic globalization affects economic

growth, labor markets, rights of citizens, the

environment, resource allocation, income

distribution, and culture.

by the unique circumstances of time and place as

well as broader historical context.

There are multiple and complex causes and

effects of events from the past.