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Fun AP World History Notes PDF for Unit 1 and More!

The AP World History notes PDF covers key periods and civilizations from the Paleolithic Age to 1450 CE. This comprehensive guide explores major empires, religions, and cultural developments across Eurasia, Africa, and the Americas. It provides an in-depth look at the rise of complex societies, technological innovations, and global interactions that shaped world history.

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AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

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Major Empires and World Religions

Empires

Major empires that controlled vast territories and diverse populations included:

  • Rome (Italy)
  • Han Dynasty (China)
  • Maya (Mesoamerica)
  • Alexander the Great's empire (Greece)
  • Gupta and Maurya empires (India)

Common features of empires:

  • Centralized government with bureaucracies
  • Extensive infrastructure
  • Large militaries
  • Codified laws
  • Taxation systems
  • Social hierarchies, often including slavery
  • Cosmopolitan cities with diverse cultures and languages

Definition: Empire - A political unit where one state controls a large territory and rules over many culturally different peoples

World Religions

Hinduism

  • Ancient polytheistic tradition from India
  • Beliefs in reincarnation (samsara) and karma
  • Concept of atman (soul) seeking moksha (liberation)
  • Caste system defining social roles and duties (dharma)

Vocabulary: Caste system - A hierarchical social structure in Hindu society

Buddhism

  • Founded by Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha)
  • Core beliefs: Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path
  • Concept of achieving enlightenment (nirvana)
  • Spread to China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia
  • Major branches: Theravada, Mahayana, Tibetan

Quote: "The middle way is best" - A key Buddhist teaching emphasizing moderation

Confucianism and Daoism

Confucianism:

  • Emphasis on social harmony and filial piety
  • Five great relationships defining social order
  • Adopted as state philosophy in Han Dynasty

Daoism:

  • Focus on living in harmony with the Dao ("The Way")
  • Principles of simplicity and non-action
  • Complementary to Confucianism in Chinese thought

Highlight: The concept of Yin and Yang represents the balance of opposing forces in Daoist philosophy

Judaism

  • First monotheistic Abrahamic religion
  • Holy texts: Torah and Talmud
  • Emphasis on rules and obedience (e.g. Ten Commandments)
  • History of diaspora and persecution

Christianity

  • Messianic religion branching from Judaism
  • Centered on teachings of Jesus of Nazareth
  • Spread by Saint Paul and Roman emperors (Constantine, Theodosius)
  • Became universal religion of Roman Empire
  • Major split: Great Schism (Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches)

Islam

  • Founded by Prophet Muhammad in Arabia
  • Holy text: Quran
  • Five Pillars of Islam as core practices
  • Rapid spread through military conquest and trade
  • Major split: Sunni and Shia
  • Development of Islamic scholarship (ulama) and mysticism (Sufism)

Example: The jizya tax was imposed on non-Muslims in Islamic empires, influencing religious demographics over time.

Bella Nesci
AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

View

East and Southeast Asia: 1200-1450

China: Song Dynasty

  • Part of long dynastic system (Shang > Zhou > Qin > Han > Sui > Tang > Song)
  • Neo-Confucianism reinforced social hierarchy and restricted women's roles
  • Bureaucracy based on examination system
  • Economic prosperity from exports (silk, porcelain)
  • Population boom due to agricultural innovations (e.g. Champa rice)
  • Urbanization and technological advancements (printing, navigation, gunpowder)

Highlight: The Grand Canal, completed during the Sui Dynasty, was a crucial infrastructure project linking northern and southern China.

Cultural Influence on Neighboring Regions

  • Korea: Maintained independence but adopted Chinese cultural elements
  • Vietnam: Controlled by China, leading to rebellions and eventual independence
  • Japan: Voluntarily adopted Chinese ideas, blending them with native traditions

Southeast Asia

  • Important trade routes, especially for spices
  • Significant empires and states:
    • Srivijaya (Strait of Malacca)
    • Khmer Empire (Cambodia)
    • Majapahit (Java)
  • Religious and cultural synthesis (e.g. Buddhist Borobudur and Hindu Angkor Wat temples)

Vocabulary: Tribute system - A practice where smaller states paid homage and gifts to China in exchange for trade and diplomatic recognition

Bella Nesci
AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

View

Dar al-Islam: 1200-1450

Islamic Caliphates and Empires

  • Succession of major Islamic empires:
    • Umayyad Caliphate
    • Abbasid Caliphate
    • Seljuk Empire (Turkish pastoralists)
    • Ottoman Empire (emerging power)

Indian Subcontinent

  • Delhi Sultanate established Muslim rule in northern India
  • Vijayanagar Empire maintained Hindu rule in southern India

Definition: Dar al-Islam - Literally "house of Islam," referring to lands under Muslim rule

This AP World History study guide PDF provides a comprehensive overview of global developments from prehistoric times through the 15th century. It's an essential resource for students preparing for the AP World History exam, offering detailed insights into the cultural, political, and religious transformations that shaped world civilizations.

Bella Nesci
AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

View

Paleolithic and Neolithic Ages

The Paleolithic Age was characterized by hunter-gatherer societies that were nomadic and egalitarian. Key developments included:

  • Global migrations during the Ice Age
  • Use of stone tools like spears and hammers
  • Development of fire

The Neolithic Age saw the rise of agriculture and settled village life, leading to:

  • Social inequality and chiefdoms
  • Population and disease increases
  • New technologies and innovations

Pastoral societies remained nomadic but developed unique technologies like chariots and bows.

Vocabulary: Egalitarian - Characterized by equality among all people

Highlight: The Agricultural Revolution was a pivotal shift from hunting and gathering to farming, enabling the rise of civilizations.

Early civilizations emerged in major river valleys:

  • Nile (Egypt)
  • Tigris and Euphrates (Mesopotamia)
  • Huang He (China)
  • Indus (Harappan)

These civilizations featured:

  • Specialization of labor
  • Centralized leadership (chiefs to kings)
  • Urban centers
  • Social inequality and patriarchy
  • Environmental impacts

Example: The development of irrigation systems allowed for increased crop yields but also led to soil erosion over time.

Bella Nesci
AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

View

Bella Nesci
AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

View

Bella Nesci
AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

View

Bella Nesci
AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

View

Bella Nesci
AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

View

Bella Nesci
AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

View

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The AP World History notes PDF covers key periods and civilizations from the Paleolithic Age to 1450 CE. This comprehensive guide explores major empires, religions, and cultural developments across Eurasia, Africa, and the Americas. It provides an in-depth look at the rise of complex societies, technological innovations, and global interactions that shaped world history.

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1/20/2023

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AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

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Major Empires and World Religions

Empires

Major empires that controlled vast territories and diverse populations included:

  • Rome (Italy)
  • Han Dynasty (China)
  • Maya (Mesoamerica)
  • Alexander the Great's empire (Greece)
  • Gupta and Maurya empires (India)

Common features of empires:

  • Centralized government with bureaucracies
  • Extensive infrastructure
  • Large militaries
  • Codified laws
  • Taxation systems
  • Social hierarchies, often including slavery
  • Cosmopolitan cities with diverse cultures and languages

Definition: Empire - A political unit where one state controls a large territory and rules over many culturally different peoples

World Religions

Hinduism

  • Ancient polytheistic tradition from India
  • Beliefs in reincarnation (samsara) and karma
  • Concept of atman (soul) seeking moksha (liberation)
  • Caste system defining social roles and duties (dharma)

Vocabulary: Caste system - A hierarchical social structure in Hindu society

Buddhism

  • Founded by Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha)
  • Core beliefs: Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path
  • Concept of achieving enlightenment (nirvana)
  • Spread to China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia
  • Major branches: Theravada, Mahayana, Tibetan

Quote: "The middle way is best" - A key Buddhist teaching emphasizing moderation

Confucianism and Daoism

Confucianism:

  • Emphasis on social harmony and filial piety
  • Five great relationships defining social order
  • Adopted as state philosophy in Han Dynasty

Daoism:

  • Focus on living in harmony with the Dao ("The Way")
  • Principles of simplicity and non-action
  • Complementary to Confucianism in Chinese thought

Highlight: The concept of Yin and Yang represents the balance of opposing forces in Daoist philosophy

Judaism

  • First monotheistic Abrahamic religion
  • Holy texts: Torah and Talmud
  • Emphasis on rules and obedience (e.g. Ten Commandments)
  • History of diaspora and persecution

Christianity

  • Messianic religion branching from Judaism
  • Centered on teachings of Jesus of Nazareth
  • Spread by Saint Paul and Roman emperors (Constantine, Theodosius)
  • Became universal religion of Roman Empire
  • Major split: Great Schism (Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches)

Islam

  • Founded by Prophet Muhammad in Arabia
  • Holy text: Quran
  • Five Pillars of Islam as core practices
  • Rapid spread through military conquest and trade
  • Major split: Sunni and Shia
  • Development of Islamic scholarship (ulama) and mysticism (Sufism)

Example: The jizya tax was imposed on non-Muslims in Islamic empires, influencing religious demographics over time.

Bella Nesci
AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

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East and Southeast Asia: 1200-1450

China: Song Dynasty

  • Part of long dynastic system (Shang > Zhou > Qin > Han > Sui > Tang > Song)
  • Neo-Confucianism reinforced social hierarchy and restricted women's roles
  • Bureaucracy based on examination system
  • Economic prosperity from exports (silk, porcelain)
  • Population boom due to agricultural innovations (e.g. Champa rice)
  • Urbanization and technological advancements (printing, navigation, gunpowder)

Highlight: The Grand Canal, completed during the Sui Dynasty, was a crucial infrastructure project linking northern and southern China.

Cultural Influence on Neighboring Regions

  • Korea: Maintained independence but adopted Chinese cultural elements
  • Vietnam: Controlled by China, leading to rebellions and eventual independence
  • Japan: Voluntarily adopted Chinese ideas, blending them with native traditions

Southeast Asia

  • Important trade routes, especially for spices
  • Significant empires and states:
    • Srivijaya (Strait of Malacca)
    • Khmer Empire (Cambodia)
    • Majapahit (Java)
  • Religious and cultural synthesis (e.g. Buddhist Borobudur and Hindu Angkor Wat temples)

Vocabulary: Tribute system - A practice where smaller states paid homage and gifts to China in exchange for trade and diplomatic recognition

Bella Nesci
AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

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Dar al-Islam: 1200-1450

Islamic Caliphates and Empires

  • Succession of major Islamic empires:
    • Umayyad Caliphate
    • Abbasid Caliphate
    • Seljuk Empire (Turkish pastoralists)
    • Ottoman Empire (emerging power)

Indian Subcontinent

  • Delhi Sultanate established Muslim rule in northern India
  • Vijayanagar Empire maintained Hindu rule in southern India

Definition: Dar al-Islam - Literally "house of Islam," referring to lands under Muslim rule

This AP World History study guide PDF provides a comprehensive overview of global developments from prehistoric times through the 15th century. It's an essential resource for students preparing for the AP World History exam, offering detailed insights into the cultural, political, and religious transformations that shaped world civilizations.

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AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

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Paleolithic and Neolithic Ages

The Paleolithic Age was characterized by hunter-gatherer societies that were nomadic and egalitarian. Key developments included:

  • Global migrations during the Ice Age
  • Use of stone tools like spears and hammers
  • Development of fire

The Neolithic Age saw the rise of agriculture and settled village life, leading to:

  • Social inequality and chiefdoms
  • Population and disease increases
  • New technologies and innovations

Pastoral societies remained nomadic but developed unique technologies like chariots and bows.

Vocabulary: Egalitarian - Characterized by equality among all people

Highlight: The Agricultural Revolution was a pivotal shift from hunting and gathering to farming, enabling the rise of civilizations.

Early civilizations emerged in major river valleys:

  • Nile (Egypt)
  • Tigris and Euphrates (Mesopotamia)
  • Huang He (China)
  • Indus (Harappan)

These civilizations featured:

  • Specialization of labor
  • Centralized leadership (chiefs to kings)
  • Urban centers
  • Social inequality and patriarchy
  • Environmental impacts

Example: The development of irrigation systems allowed for increased crop yields but also led to soil erosion over time.

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AP World History Notes
Paleolithic Age
● Hunter/Gatherers
● Egalitarian (means equal: gender equality, class equality, etc.)
Nom

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