AP Modern World History Flashcards: Continuity and Change in a Globalized World
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Explain the relationship between new communication technology and cultural globalization.
New communication technologies, like the internet, allowed for the rapid and widespread dissemination of popular and consumer culture. This directly fueled the process of cultural globalization by connecting people and ideas across borders.
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Explain the relationship between new communication technology and cultural globalization.
New communication technologies, like the internet, allowed for the rapid and widespread dissemination of popular and consumer culture. This directly fueled the process of cultural globalization by connecting people and ideas across borders.
How did more effective forms of birth control affect social structures after 1900?
More effective birth control gave women greater control over fertility and transformed sexual practices. This contributed to changing social norms and family structures.
To what extent did science and technology bring change from 1900 to the present?
Science and technology brought profound change, altering human relationships with the environment and leading to demographic shifts. They also facilitated unprecedented levels of global interaction and economic activity.
How did medical innovations like vaccines and antibiotics impact human populations after 1900?
Medical innovations such as vaccines and antibiotics increased the ability of humans to survive diseases. This led to longer lifespans and significant population growth.
What kinds of long-held social assumptions were challenged after 1900?
Rights-based discourses and social movements challenged established assumptions about race, class, gender, and religion. These challenges often led to significant social and political reforms.
What was the Green Revolution?
The Green Revolution was a movement that used chemically and genetically enhanced agriculture to increase food production. It helped sustain a growing global population by creating higher-yield crops.
What was the economic impact of new energy technologies like petroleum and nuclear power?
The widespread use of petroleum and nuclear power raised productivity and increased the production of material goods. This fueled the growth of the global economy.
Identify key new modes of communication and transportation that emerged after 1900.
New modes included radio, cellular communication, the internet, automobiles, and airplanes. These technologies significantly reduced the problem of geographic distance.
How did states respond to the economic challenges of the 20th century?
In response to economic crises and challenges, governments often took a more active role in economic life. This marked a significant shift in the relationship between the state and the economy.
What is meant by the 'globalization of culture' in the period after 1900?
The globalization of culture refers to the increasing spread and integration of cultural elements, like music and art, across the world. This process was greatly accelerated by new communication technologies.