The exam is based on the script (pages 1-12).
1. English Colonies in America
You know the reason why England became interested in North America. You know who the first settlers were and why they went to America. You know what problems the first settlers were faced with. You know the religious and political attitude of the first settlers. You know why weapons, religion, education and town hall meetings were important for the first settlers. You now the reason why more colonies were founded. You know why the 13 colonies can be divided into 3 groups and what distinguishes these groups geographically/economically. You know the terms „indentured servants“ and „salutary neglect“ and can explain their significance. You know how to „describe“ an average American colonist.
2. The Struggle for Independence
You know the impact of the Seven Years' War/French and Indian War. You know why England introduced new taxes and how the colonies reacted. You know the significance of the „Boston Tea Party“. You know the main arguments in Thomas Paine's „Common Sense“. You know the main statements of the „Declaration of Independence“. You know the main difference between the American and British soldiers/armies. You know the course of the war. You know why the colonies won the war. You know who/what can be blamed for the American Revolution.
3. The Young Republic
You know why some colonies wanted a union and some preferred a confederation. You know and can critically assess the constitution of the USA. You know what is meant by „Westward Expansion“ and can explain the terms „(American) Frontier“ and „Manifest Destiny“ in this context. You know why this has been important in American history ever since. You know the differences between the French and the American Revolution.
It goes without saying that the answers to the questions in the script and your other personal notes should also be part of your preparation for the exam.
The exam is based on the script (pages 11-28).
1. The Origins of the Revolution
You know what led to the Revolution. You know the long-term as well as the short-term causes of the Revolution. You know the structure of the French society at that time. You know the role of the Estates-General.
2. The Fall of the Ancien Régime
You know the National Assembly and what led to its proclamation. You know the significance of the storming of the Bastille. You know the significance of the August Decrees & „The Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen“. You know the French Constitution of 1791. You know the general situation in France at the end of 1791.
3. The End of the Monarchy
You know the political groups and what they stand for. You know the role the Sans-Culottes played. You know the National Convention. You know why the Republic was proclaimed and King Louis XVI was executed. You know why a new calendar and metric system was introduced.
4. The Radical Revolution
You know what caused the „Reign of Terror“. You know the role that the Sans-Culottes and Robespierre played in this development. You know the consequences that the „Reign of Terror“ had on the revolution.
5. Napoleon's Rise to Power
You know the Directory and can explain its course of action to restore power after the reign of terror. You can explain Napoleon's rise to power. You know Napoleon's motivation.
6. Emperor Napoleon
You know what Napoleon did to maintain his power. You know Napoleon's plan to conquer Europe and how (un)successful he was. You know the concept of the „Balance of Power“. You know about Napoleon's Russian Campaign and its consequences for both himself and France.
7. Aftermath & Legacy
You know the results of the peace conference in 1815. You know the legacy of the French Revolution.
It goes without saying that the answers to the questions in the script and your other personal notes should also be part of your preparation for the exam.
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The exam is based on the script (pages 1-10 + the extra page on the role of women).
It goes without saying that the answers to the questions in the script and your other personal notes should also be part of your preparation for the exam.
If you want to have a look at the question your classmates came up with, see here http://padlet.com/CapKSBG/2iW
The exam is based on the whole script (pages 1-16). The focus (as mentioned on the cover page) is on:
1. The German Reformation
2. The Reformation in Switzerland
3. Calvinism
4. Counter-Reformation
5. The Thirty Years' War
It goes without saying that the answers to the questions in the script and your other personal notes should also be part of your preparation for the exam.