1. Essential Question:
What were the important themes of Periodizations 1 and 2?
What are the important themes of Periodization 3: Transition to the Modern World?
Warm-Up Question: ?

2. Periodization Overview
A periodization is a major era in history. The Mongol Empire corresponds to the end of the second major periodization, the Post-Classical era (from )
Examine the timeline provided & answer the questions in each box
When finished, be prepared to share your answers

3. Periodization 1: Foundations Neolithic Revolution & River Valley Civilizations
All four early civilizations began along river valleys
(a) Egypt, (b) Mesopotamia, (c) China
(a) Mesopotamia, (b) India, (c) India, (d) China

4. Classical Civilizations
All the civilizations were empires; Most were classical civs
(a) columns, geometry, drama, democracy, philosophy, art (b) arches, domes, republic, Christianity, engineering, law (c) concept of zero, pi, numerals, decimals, earth is round
(a) democracy, (b) republic, (c) examination system

5. Definition of Periodization 1: Foundations
A time after the discovery of farming when civilizations began for form along the fertile soils of river valleys. Over time, many river valley societies developed into advanced civilizations which then led to the rise of large empires. Finally, some societies developed such important cultural achievements that they became “classical” civilizations because their achievements influenced other societies and the modern world.

6. Periodization 2: Post-Classical Era
(a) Islamic Empire, (b) Mongols, (c) Byzantine Empire, (d) Russia, (e) medieval Europe, (f) China
(a) chinampas, calendar (b) gunpowder, compass, clock, vaccines, (c) law code, Orthodox Christianity Hagia Sophia (d) medicine, algebra, chemistry, calligraphy
(a) Islamic Empire, (b) Ming China, (c) Mongols

7. Periodization 2: Post-Classical Era
(a) Islam, learning (Timbuktu) (b) Swahili, Islam, Christianity (c) Buddhism, Chinese technologies, disease
(a) Medieval Europe, (b) Russia, (c) Mayans & Aztecs
Protected the Silk Road, increased trade & cultural diffusion

8. Definition of Periodization 2: Post-Classical Era
A time when numerous societies became more connected to each other due to an increase in trade. New trade routes led to cultural diffusion, spread technology, and spread major world religions such as Islam, Buddhism, and Christianity (Catholic and Eastern Orthodox).

9. Periodization 3 Predictions
What will happen in world history during Periodization 3 (1450—1750)?
Examine the next four images and make a prediction about what will happen in Periodization 3
Be prepared to discuss your answers

10. The Renaissance: A rebirth of trade, learning, & new styles of art in Western Europe#1

11. European exploration and creation of colonies in America and Asia#2
European exploration and creation of colonies in America and Asia

12. The split the Catholic Church and formation of new “Protestant” Christian denominations#3

13. The end of Feudalism & the rise of powerful kings in Europe#4
The end of Feudalism & the rise of powerful kings in Europe

14. Definition of Periodization 3: Transition to the Modern World (1450-1750)
A time when Western Europe emerged from the Middle Ages and experienced a “rebirth” in trade, cities, learning, & art. During this era, Europeans questioned many existing preconceptions such as ideas about religion, science, and government. This era marked the rise of the West, a time when Europeans began to spread their influence to parts of America and Asia