History 152: World Civilizations II

Think/Write Questions (Unit Two)


How do you think migrations have shaped our modern world?

Do you think demographic studies help or hinder our understanding of the inhumanity of slavery?

Must science and religion be in opposition to each other? Do you think they could complement each other?

How do you think modern American society has been shaped by Enlightenment ideas?

How do you think the American colonists could justify their revolution by citing English history?

In the French Revolution, who do you think was most influential in bringing about reform -- the politicians or the masses?

Considering the topics discussed in this unit, what historical lessons do you think have applications in our modern world?