Foundations of Modern Western Society

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Course Outline

  1. European motivations and consequences of Atlantic exploration
  2. Development of modern capitalism through colonies and mercantilism
  3. English parliamentary system and constitutional developments
  4. Philosophical foundations of government and social contract theory
  5. Impact of the Protestant Reformation on political authority and social hierarchy
  6. Emergence of new social structures, economic models, and intellectual paradigms in colonial times

1. European motivations and consequences of Atlantic exploration

Key Concepts & Definitions

  • Age of Exploration: A historical period characterized by European efforts to discover new maritime routes and territories, motivated by the need to find alternative paths to Asia after traditional trading routes were closed.
  • Spanish Reconquista: A historical process involving the Christian reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula, which encouraged westward movement and contributed to European crossing of the Atlantic.
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1. Which statement matches the topic "European motivations and consequences of Atlantic exploration"?

2. Which statement matches the topic "Development of modern capitalism through colonies and mercantilism"?

3. Which groups are mentioned as involved in the rediscovery of the 'new' world?

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Atlantic exploration β€” motivation?

Need for new routes to Asia

Mercantilism β€” role?

Maximize national wealth via colonial trade

Age of Exploration β€” definition?

European efforts to discover new routes and territories.

Reconquista β€” impact?

Encouraged westward movement and Atlantic crossing.

Atlantic exploration β€” motivation?

Need for new trade routes after traditional routes closed.

Modern Capitalism β€” key feature?

Capital accumulation and market expansion.

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