History 1600
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This flashcard set covers significant historical events and figures from the 17th century, focusing on wars, treaties, and cultural developments. Learners will explore key topics including the Thirty Years' War, the Treaty of Westphalia, and the rise of dynasties such as the Tokugawa Shogunate and the Mughal Empire. Additionally, the set addresses European political shifts, the advancement of the scientific revolution, and notable artistic trends like Baroque, providing a comprehensive overview of a transformative era.
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Which dynasty was established in Japan in 1600, ruling until 1868?
Tokugawa Shogunate
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What 1683 event marked the end of Ottoman expansion into Europe?
Siege of Vienna
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What event in 1688 saw the replacement of King James II with William of Orange?
Glorious Revolution
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What disease along with political turmoil led to the 'Time of Troubles' in Russia in 1600?
Plague
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Which Mughal emperor completed the Taj Mahal in 1643?
Shah Jahan
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What war was fought in England between 1642 and 1651, resulting in the temporary execution of the king?
English Civil War
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What war lasted from 1618 to 1648 and devastated Central Europe?
Thirty Years' War
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What treaty in 1648 is considered the foundation of the modern state system?
Treaty of Westphalia
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What was the first permanent English settlement in North America, founded in 1607?
Jamestown
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Who was forced to recant his belief in the heliocentric theory by the Inquisition in 1633?
Galileo Galilei
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What major dynasty in China ended in 1644 and was replaced by the Qing?
Ming Dynasty
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What Russian Tsar took power in 1682, focusing on westernizing Russia?
Peter the Great
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What is the 17th-century artistic style characterized by complex forms and bold ornamentation?
Baroque
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What 1692 incident took place in Massachusetts, resulting in the execution of nineteen people?
Salem Witch Trials
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What company was chartered in 1602 to handle Dutch trade in Asia?
Dutch East India Company
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Who was the 'Sun King' of France who built the Palace of Versailles?
Louis XIV