Ch. 28-36
Essential Questions:
1. To what extent does ideology play a role in explaining the frequency and duration of conflict in the 20th century?
2. What are the economic, social, and political characteristics of globalization?
3. Does 20th century globalization represent a new phenomenon in world history? Why or why not?
4. In what ways does popular culture (art, film, sport, etc.) reflect the major political, economic, and social issues of the time period?
Objectives:
Links:
Crash Course Episode #36 - Archdukes, Cynicism, and World War I
Crash Course Episode #37 - Communists, Nationalists, and China's Revolutions
Crash Course Episode #38 - World War II
Crash Course Episode #39 - USA vs USSR Fight! The Cold War
Crash Course Episode #40 - Decolonization and Nationalism Triumphant