Module #8 - chapter 23 titled “Capitalism and Culture.”

2) What factors contributed to economic globalization in the second half of the twentieth century?

The factors that contributed to economic globalization in the second half of the twentieth century were the aftermath of WWII, technology, and the growing economy. The aftermath of WWII contributed when the United States was determined to not return to the conditions of the Depression-era. Technology lowered transportation costs, the internet provided global interactions and the Growing economy led to dozens of new nations in the world economy.


3) In what ways has economic globalization more closely linked the world’s peoples?

The ways that economic globalization more closely linked the world's peoples are the world trade which skyrocketed in 2012. Departments stores and supermarkets around the world stocked their shelves with goods from every part of the globe, 2005: Walmart's products came from China and Toyota was replaced as the world's largest automaker. 

11) In what ways did Islamic renewal express itself?

Ways that Islamic renewals express themselves were when people became more religiously observant which made them attend mosque, pray, and fasting. Women adopted Islamic dresses and veil on their own. 

Module #6 - chapter 22, titled “The End of Empire.”

4) What obstacles confronted the leaders of movements for independence?

The obstacles that the leaders of movements for independence were the questions that people had about who would lead them and how everything would work in power, strategy, ideology, and contributions 0f material benefits if they would overthrow the British government. 

5) How did India’s nationalist movement change over time?

The India's nationalist movement changed over time because the British never assimilated info Indian Society because of their sense of racial and cultural distinctiveness kept them apart. The Indian National Congres' goal was to be able to gain greater inclusion within the political, military, and business life of British India instead of overthrow its government.

6) What was the role of Gandhi in India’s struggle for independence? 

The role of Gandhi in the struggle of independence in India was being the leader of movements done to try and take the British Government down. The movements he helped lead were to rise the status of India's lowest polluting group, embraced efforts to mobilize women struggling against Britain's to believe in their role in a marriage and society and he also preached hatred of Muslims. What made him different from other leaders at the time because he was known for his conduct during his campaigns which were non-violent.