Give a brief account of three periods of history
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Another common way world history is divided is into three distinct ages or periods: Ancient History (3600 B.C.-500 A.D.), the Middle Ages (500-1500 A.D.), and the Modern Age (1500-present).
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AP World History divides history up into six periods. Let's take an in-depth look at these six periods, which include: Period 1 - Technological and Environmental Transformations, from 8000 B.C. to 600 B.C.; Period 2 - Organization and Reorganization of Human Societies, from 600 B.C. to 600 A.D.; Period 3 - Regional and Transregional Interactions, from 600 to 1450; Period 4 - Global Interactions, from 1450 to 1750; Period 5 - Industrialization and Global Integration, from 1750 to 1900; and Period 6 - Accelerated Global Change and Realignments, from 1900 to the present. Each period has its own distinct characteristics. Let's take a look at each of the six periods and learn about their defining characteristics.
Period 1 - Technological and Environmental Transformations, from 8000 B.C. to 600 B.C.
This period draws attention to a number of important themes concerning mankind's early history. During the Paleolithic Period, humans migrated throughout various parts of the world. We can call this 'the peopling of the Earth.' During the Paleolithic Period, humans relied on primitive stone tools to hunt for food. They also gathered food. For example, they might pick berries. Humans had not developed sophisticated agriculture yet.
A term associated with Period 1 is big geography. Big geography is exactly what it sounds like. Big geography is the global view of world history. It concerns the peopling of the Earth, where different groups of people settled and why, and how these different people groups interact with one another.
About 10,000 years ago, a major shift in human development took place. We call this the Neolithic Revolution. Humans in various parts of the world developed settled agriculture. This was a monumental change. Instead of wandering around hunting and gathering food, humans could now grow their own. They also began pastoralization, or raising livestock. This helped lead to permanent settlements and the rise of civilizations.
Period 2 - Organization and Reorganization of Human Societies, from 600 B.C. to 600 A.D.
This period concerns the rise of powerful early civilizations, such as the Greek and Roman empires. During this period, religious, political, and ethnic differences became pronounced, dividing humans into a host of different groups. Belief systems and culture became codified. Civilizations became more advanced as the state emerged as a powerful entity. Increasingly, people groups became subjugated to other people groups. Transregional trade also became important, as groups from Europe, for example, traded with Asian groups via the Silk Road.
Period 3 - Regional and Transregional Interactions, from 600 to 1450 A.D.
This period emphasizes the continued advances in commerce and communication throughout various world regions. During this period, cross-cultural interactions led to the diffusion of new ideas and technologies. The state assumed a central role in promoting commerce. During this time, Islam, a religion based on the teaching of the prophet Muhammad, emerged in the Arabian peninsula. Clashes between Christians and Muslims, epitomized by the Crusades, became common. Innovations in industry and agriculture spread throughout Eurasia and Africa.
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