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    that totally changed the lives of people in the three colonies. It opened up the world’s trading and also a new door of colonization period. That turned the world’s history to an important part, especially on Americas, Europe, and Africa. The first continent had a big effect because of the Christopher Columbus’s voyages is Americas. Columbus was known as the person who “discovered” Americas, but that is not really true. On his way toward to Asia, he suddenly found the U.S and he did not even know that

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    1540 Map Essay

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    their lack of knowledge and limited exploration of the New World, becomes clear. Indeed, this contrast is the most significant take-away from this image: the arrogance of the European colonizers in the face of their arrival to the newly unexplored continent. Through careful analysis of the size of the oceans and landmasses, the orientation of the map, and numerous added

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    because some environments provide more favorable conditions for new societies than other environments. Diamond says there are four main reasons the Europeans rose to power and were able to expand across the globe. The first reason is because the continent of Europe has different animals and plants ready for domestication meaning more food which lead to a larger population. The second reason is there were more technology and innovation from all the domestication of

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    Speaking out in his true and terrifying voice, “I am Vilgoth, god of order. I am a fallen god and I will be your god soon enough. All those who fear me bow your heads and since I am in a forgiving mood, I will allow you to serve me. Simply kneel in acceptance, and I will spare your lives.” Surprisingly not many of Tresval’s loyal soldiers knelt but still a fair number did and Vilgoth addressed them. “Those who chose to serve me leave now, as for the rest of you, I will show you what the meaning

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    Asian and African People

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    part of world is not only because it is the biggest continent of the world, but also because it is the portion if the world which is home to the majority of humanity. All densely populated countries are located in Asia. Asia spans hundreds of longitude and as a result you find a variety of culture and traditions in Asia. Asian people are generally closely bound to their traditions and for them it is always difficult to break away. The continent as a whole is rich in

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    The fate of Africa: A history of the continent since independence focuses on the greed and corruption of power-hungry dictators in Africa since independence, who can do anything to stay in power, who have exploited their countries for their own personal wealth, ambition and ego and who have brought reigns of terror on their people. The author, Martin Meredith is a highly respected historian, biographer, and a journalist who spent many years in Africa. He has written several books about Africa

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    Imperialism In Africa

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    Africa’s rich history and unique geographic features make this continent vastly different from the six others on this planet. Being the only continent with a majority of its landmass lying in the tropics, it’s inhabitants adapted to their situation accordingly. Unlike Europe, who adopted industry, Africans developed in small, isolated tribes due to the rugged geography, which led to problems with government and poverty when Europeans tried to implement their ways on native people. The extremely

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    Everybody learns in different ways, including the students sitting in the classrooms. How are teachers going to be able to make sure every student learns? Maribel, Julianne, Michelle, Matthew, and Ana are Geography Geniuses and are here to advise how to ensure that every student learns. Focusing on the 3rd grade standard SS.3.G.1.1, students will use thematic maps, tables, charts, graphs, and photos to analyze geographic information. The information being taught is declarative because students will

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    about Africans and Africa as a whole, and just like a majority of all stereotypes, they couldn’t be more wrong. One of the stereotypes about Africa is that it’s a country. It has often been argued that Africa isn’t a continent when, in actuality, it is the second largest continent with fifty-three countries and a variety of ethnic diversity. This stereotype isn’t only ingrained into the minds of children, but into the minds of many adults as well, including former Vice President and Republican running

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    Sailing with Vespucci

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    in the age of exploration, I would choose Amerigo Vespucci. Amerigo was born in Florence, Italy on March 9, 1951. He was one of the first Europeans to believe that the land Columbus had discovered was not the Indies, but rather an entirely new continent. Because of this, the new land would be called the Americas, a feminized version of Amerigo. Amerigo was born in Florence, Italy, his parents, Ser Nastagio and Lisabetta Mini, were friends of the Medici, a very wealthy family that controlled Italy

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