AP World History Modern: Unit 1 - The Global Tapestry

Introduction

• Purpose: Review key concepts of Unit 1 for AP World History Modern.
• Focus: Arranging the information in a concise way for exam preparation.
• Resources: Study guide available for download; includes answers.

Periodization and Regions

• Year 1200: Starting point for the course.
• Periodization: Breakdown into four periods, with Unit 1 covering the post-classical period (1200-1450).
• Regions Importance: Essential to differentiate between regions (e.g., East Asia vs. Southeast Asia).

Global Tapestry Overview

• Six regions covered from 1200 to 1450.
• Units 1 and 2 make up 8-10% of the exam each.

East Asia

• Song Dynasty: Key focus on dynastic rule and the civil service exam based on Confucian principles.
• Belief Systems: Confucianism, Buddhism, and Neo-Confucianism's influence on Korea and Japan.
• Economy: Song economy's notable advancements like champa rice, paper money, and gunpowder.

Dar al-Islam

• Definition: World of Islam, predominantly in the Middle East.
• Political Fragmentation: Transition from Abbasid Caliphate to Turkish sultanates.
• Sufism: Mystical Islamic monks aiding spread of Islam.
• Innovations: Algebra, trigonometry, medical advancements, and Greek philosophy preservation.

South and Southeast Asia

• Religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam.
• Key States:
  • Islam: Delhi Sultanate
  • Hindu: Vijayanagara
  • Buddhist: Srivijaya
• Bhakti Movement: Spiritual movement in Hinduism comparable to Sufism in Islam.

The Americas

• Focus on Aztecs and Incas.
• Incas: Known for vertical archipelago, mita labor system, Incan roads.
• Aztecs: Chinampa farming and human sacrifice.

Africa

• Trade: Trans-Saharan trade linking West Africa to Dar al-Islam.
• Empires: Mali, Great Zimbabwe, Aksum.
• Key Figures: Mansa Musa and Timbuktu.
• Cultural Exchange: Impact of Swahili culture.

Europe

• Decentralization: Fragmented into duchies, dukedoms, etc.
• Feudal System: Land exchanged for service; linked with manorialism.

Summary and Review Tips

• Emphasize periodization and regions.
• Understand state systems and belief impacts.
• Utilize the Ultimate Review Packet for practice, including Excel comparison skills.