WHAP vocab quiz

People who are the original inhabitants of a place or region, often with unique cultural practices, knowledge, and traditions passed down through generations.

Acting against or in opposition to one's interests or goals; unfavorable or harmful in effect.

The widespread exchange of plants, animals, culture, human populations, technology, and ideas between the Americas and the Old World

Devotion and reverence towards a higher power or religious beliefs, often demonstrated through prayer, worship, and adherence to religious practices.

The act of intervening on behalf of another person, typically in prayer or mediation.

To occur at the same time or in the same place; to match up perfectly in terms of position or timing

A 16th-century movement led by Martin Luther, aiming to reform the Roman Catholic Church, resulting in the establishment of Protestantism.

Period in Europe, 14th-17th century. Marked by renewed interest in art, science, and literature. Characterized by cultural rebirth and innovation.

European intellectual movement emphasizing reason, individualism, and skepticism in the 17th-18th centuries, leading to cultural and scientific advancements.

The process of consolidating power and decision-making at a central point, often in an organization or government structure.

A psychological phenomenon where an object is perceived as being closer because it partially blocks another object.

East African coastal trading cities that flourished from the 8th to 15th centuries, known for their trade networks and cultural exchange.

causing moral revulsion

A South African of European descent, primarily of Dutch, German, and French Huguenot heritage. Played a significant role in the country's history.

To disturb or agitate someone's mind or feelings. It can also refer to making slight changes to a system or object.

people of mixed European and African descent

a person of mixed European (spanish) and Indigenous ancestry.

The spread of innovations, ideas, or products among individuals or groups through communication channels over time.

A social hierarchy in India that categorizes individuals based on their birth and occupation, determining their social status and opportunities.

Traditional Chinese act of deep respect involving kneeling and touching the ground with the forehead as a gesture of submission or reverence.

Played a major role in making kongo a Christian Kingdom

to a lack of growth or development, often resulting in a state of inactivity or sluggishness.

mughal, Ottoman, Safavid who used gunpowder to strengthen their empire

Indigenous people of the Andes in South America, known for their advanced civilization, including engineering feats like Machu Picchu.

Chinese dynasty (1368-1644) known for cultural and economic achievements.

Displaying great wealth and luxury, characterized by extravagance and abundance of riches or wealth.

Suleiman the Great was the longest-reigning sultan of the Ottoman Empire, known for his military conquests, legal reforms, and cultural achievements.

A representative of a country who negotiates with other nations to maintain peaceful relationships and address international issues.

the condition of being considered more important than someone or something else; the act of coming before in time or order.

ottoman soldiers created from christian boys

Spanish colonial labor system where indigenous people were forced to work for Spanish landowners.

the transfer of part of the powers of the central government to regional or local authorities.

 using forces or threats

a form of labor where an individual is under contract to work without a salary to repay an indenture or loan within a certain timeframe

to surround with armed forces

sad and lonely because of isolation or desertion

the middle class, typically with reference to its perceived materialistic values or conventional attitudes.

(1603–1867), the final period of traditional Japan, a time of internal peace, political stability, and economic growth under the shogunate (military dictatorship) founded by Tokugawa Ieyasu.

Last imperial dynasty of China (1644-1912), founded by the Manchus, known for expansion, prosperity, and eventual decline

to follow a set of rules no matter what. The rules might be religious, philosophical, or made-up, but dogmatic people would never waver in their beliefs so don't even think of trying to change their minds

Chinese communist revolutionary, founding father of the People's Republic of China, and paramount leader from 1949 until his death in 1976.

Series of revolutions in Russia in 1917 leading to the overthrow of the Tsarist autocracy and the establishment of the Soviet Union

Period of economic and technological change (late 18th-19th centuries) marked by the shift from agrarian to industrial economies.

Venezuelan leader who played a key role in South American independence movements from Spanish rule in the early 19th century

The act of intervening or coming between two parties to assert influence or control.

Ideology applying Darwinian evolutionary theory to human society, justifying social inequalities as natural.

North Atlantic Treaty Organization, a political and military alliance formed in 1949 to counter Soviet influence during the Cold War.

Economic policy advocating minimal government intervention in the marketplace.

Russian revolutionary and founder of the Soviet state.

Economic policy emphasizing national wealth through exports and accumulation of precious metals.

Last leader of the Soviet Union, known for reforms that led to the USSR's dissolution in 1991.

Businesses owned by shareholders who share profits and losses.

Alliance between Great Britain, France, and Russia before WWI.

Chinese explorer who led voyages to Southeast Asia and Africa during the Ming Dynasty.

Diplomatic strategy pushing situations to the brink of war to achieve advantageous outcomes.

Relating to an empire or its ruler.

Policy of making concessions to avoid conflict, often criticized for enabling aggression.

Catholic icon associated with a series of apparitions in Mexico

Conflict (1950-1953) between North and South Korea with international involvement

West African religion with a belief in a supreme creator and spirits.

Cuban revolutionary leader and communist dictator.

Attacking or rejecting established beliefs or institutions.

Cold War policy to stop the spread of communism.

Autonomous religious communities within the Ottoman Empire.

Informal language specific to a region or group.

Catholic Church council addressing church reform and doctrine in the 16th century.

Kindness or generosity.

English overthrow of James II in 1688.

Supreme ruler or authority.

Spanish-born residents of Spanish colonies.

Belief in a creator but rejection of religious doctrines.

fully spanish born in america

lacking skill of ability

WWI alliance including Germany, Austria-Hungary, and others.

Devastating 14th-century pandemic.

Treaty dividing newly discovered lands between Spain and Portugal.

Successful slave rebellion leading to Haiti's independence.

challenging or rejecting established beliefs or practices, especially in religion or culture.

The Congress of Vienna was a diplomatic conference in 1814-1815 aimed at restoring stability in Europe after the Napoleonic Wars

a charter of rights agreed to by King John of England in 1215, limiting the power of the monarchy and establishing certain legal rights for English nobles and citizens.

a document adopted during the French Revolution in 1789, asserting the principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity as universal rights for all citizens.

a political pamphlet written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels in 1848, outlining the principles of communism and calling for the overthrow of capitalist systems.

a series of Ottoman reforms implemented in the mid-19th century, aiming to modernize and centralize the empire and promote equality and justice for all citizens.

a meeting of European powers held in 1884-1885 to regulate colonization and trade in Africa, resulting in the partitioning of Africa among European colonial powers.

19th-century English textile workers who protested against the introduction of labor-saving machinery, fearing it would reduce their employment opportunities and lower wages.

a major uprising against British rule in India from 1857 to 1858, triggered by various grievances including cultural insensitivity and economic exploitation.

a concept popularized during the 19th and early 20th centuries, suggesting that it was the duty of white colonizers to "civilize" and uplift non-white societies, often used to justify imperialism.

a U.S. policy made by President James Monroe in 1832 stating that European powers should not interfere or colonize in the Americas, while also cautioning against any attempts by European nations to expand their influence in the Western Hemisphere.

an addition to the Monroe Doctrine proposed by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1904, asserting the right of the United States to intervene in Latin American countries to maintain stability and protect American interests.

a system where the government or collective owns and controls resources and industries, aiming for fair distribution of wealth.

a strong loyalty and pride in one's nation or ethnic group, often seeking independence and promoting its interests.

period in Japanese history from 1868 to 1912, characterized by the restoration of imperial rule, rapid modernization, and Westernization of Japanese society and institutions.

a global conflict fought from 1756 to 1763, involving major European powers and their colonies, primarily over territorial disputes and colonial dominance.

a political and economic ideology that emphasizes individual rights, freedom, equality before the law, and limited government intervention in the economy.