Top shelf: It is unknown why the potaka on the far left is encased in woven string. The two potaka with handles are examples of potaka kukume (humming tops). Bottom shelf: Four examples of stone carved potaka. In A Spin: A Global History of Spinning Tops Spinning tops are among the oldest objects of play in the world. They have been found by archeologists all over the globe and on every continent except Antarctica. Tops have been invented and reinvented by different cultures and can
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In the notes‚ be sure to define and explain the significance of the following key terms: trading post empire – the empire the Portuguese created in the Indian Ocean by obtaining bases through attacking small and weak states‚ no naval force in Asia was able to match the Portuguese guns or maneuverability * The Portuguese wanted control over commerce in the Indian Ocean and did so with force * Only able to control half the spice trade‚ could not sell their goods because they were not desired
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In English history‚ the events of 1688 to 1689 lead to the deposition of James II and the ascension of William III and Mary II to the English throne. Those events are known as the Glorious Revolution. In the origins and outcome of the Glorious Revolution‚ religion plays a significant role‚ however; politics also had a key role to play. In 17th Century England‚ religion and politics came close to being a single entity. Religion played a major role in the decisions made in the courts and parliament
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The Human Impact on the Global History Of Climate Change A Research Paper by Justin Slater Are humans responsible for the destruction of their habitat also known as Mother Nature? Human-made pollution is obvious; from trash in local streams and rivers to plumes of carbon dense smoke billowing out of power plants; it has become quite clear that sustainability is not a priority. Also‚ our resources are being used and abused much faster than the earth can replenish and recover. Within the
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Byzantine Empire under Justinian Global History 1 Mr. Spiconardi 3/16/2009 Carlos Seminario Emperor Justinian legacy was not about reviving the Roman Empire but more like preserving the Greco-Roman culture. Emperor Justinian kept some of the old Roman traditions but renewed them to fit the requirements for the new time‚ for example‚ laws were revised because they were becoming outdated and new buildings and structures were constructed to enhance trade and cultural diffusion. When Justinian
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Thematic Review Global Theme: Belief Systems Since the establishment of civilization as a result of the Neolithic Revolution‚ Belief Systems have been a means for established‚ orderly ways for groups or individuals to deal with issues of life‚ death‚ and the relationship of mankind to his fellow man. A Theme essay will ask you to be able to focus on the major beliefs of these systems‚ their key individuals and any basic codes of behavior connected with them. Hinduism. More than 3000 years
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History 121 Chapter 7 #1. As the Minoans civilizations we have limited records but we can say they were masters of seas and great shipbuilder‚ which allow them the trade by the seas‚ also they have a base religion using bull leaping not only as a sport‚ if not as a penitence on their religion practice‚ they constructed big cities and palaces for their ruler an example is the Palace of Knossos where the legendary Kind of Minos lived. After the end of the Minoans civilizations there are not
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sovereignty. – Part A & Part B NON STATE ACTOR 1) NSA play a very important role in the global affair today. Discuss the significance of NSA in the international affairs. 2) Explain the meaning of NSA. Discuss the advantages & disadvantages of NSA in the international arena. GLOBALIZATION 1) Discuss the positive and negative effects of globalization a developing country. CHAPTER 2: GLOBAL CONFLICT USSR 1) Discuss the internal & external factors which caused the collapse of
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I. Japan Geography - About 4000 islands make up the Japanese archipelago‚ island group. Southern Japan enjoys a mild climate with plenty of rainfall. - Only 15% of the land is suitable for farming. Natural resources are in short supply. - Late summer and early fall strong tropical storms (typhoons) occur. Earthquakes and tidal waves are also threats. Early Japan - A.D.300‚ Japan was not a united country; hundreds of clans controlled their own territories. - People
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1. Introduction This essay will focus on the case analysis of the political economy in South Korea and how it has influenced the foreign direct investment (FDI) in South Korea after the global financial crisis (GFC) in 2007. It will give a brief introduction of what the political economy is. And then a case study will be provided about the political system‚ the legal system and the economic system in South Korea and the interconnectedness of these three systems and their influence on the environment
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