The document provides population casualty percentages from World War 1 for several countries, with Australia's being 1.38% and Ottoman Empire's being the highest at 13.72%. It then lists total casualties as being over 37 million.
Web 2.0 and the new World Wild Web of JournalismJeff Guin
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The document discusses how the social web has become a major news medium, offering new opportunities for journalists but also challenges to traditional media business models. It encourages those interested in journalism to embrace the changes, take risks in this new environment, and focus on their passions in order to make an impact and difference. The social web allows an unprecedented freedom for a new kind of journalist to emerge and connect directly with audiences.
The document is a calendar for the year 2010 containing inspirational quotes from various leaders for each month. Each month features a quote on leadership attributed to a different famous figure, such as Ralph Nader, John F. Kennedy, and Henry Ford. The calendar is intended to inspire visionary leadership and was created by Maite Baron's coaching organization to empower leaders.
Fernanda Santos prepared this presentation for journalists at APME's Phoenix NewsTrain on April 6-7, 2018. It includes tips for border and immigration coverage on how to get started on the beat, find good stories, build a strong source list and pitch your next story idea. It is accompanied by her handout, "Better border and immigration coverage." Santos is the Southwest Borderlands Initiative professor of practice at Arizona State University's Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. NewsTrain is a training initiative of Associated Press Media Editors (APME). More info: http://bit.ly/NewsTrain
A bad wife spells a hundred years of bad harvest.Rhea Myers
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This document contains a collection of quotes, statements, and reflections on topics related to information, privacy, networks, and the future. It discusses the role of information and how assumptions may need to be questioned to stay ahead. The presentation encourages evolving synergies, creating infomediaries, scaling mashups, and remembering that no one should become your everything.
This document summarizes Thomas Friedman's book "Thank You for Being Late". It discusses how technological progress, particularly since 2007, has accelerated changes in many aspects of life. Friedman calls this period "the supernova". The book is divided into sections on reflecting on change, accelerating innovation, and anchoring ourselves amidst disruption. Friedman found moments of calm and community that helped him better understand and cope with the pace of modern life. He emphasizes the need for social and political systems to adapt to new challenges wrought by emerging technologies.
In his book "Thank You For Being Late", Thomas Friedman discusses three major accelerations that are shaping the modern world - technology, globalization, and climate change. He explores how exponential growth in computing power through Moore's Law has led to innovations like big data and cloud computing. Friedman also examines how events in 2007 marked a pivotal point in technological advancement. While these forces open up opportunities, they also create challenges in adapting to their rapid pace of change. The book provides recommendations for both individuals and societies to better cope with living in this new age of accelerations.
Book review : thank you for being late Sahil Yadav
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The book provides a summary of key points about Thomas L. Friedman's book "Thank You For Being Late". It discusses the author's background and career as a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist. It then summarizes the main themes of the book, which explores how accelerations in technology, globalization, and climate change are transforming various aspects of society and politics. The review notes that while Friedman provides interesting facts and ideas, they are at times buried under lengthy recollections and anecdotes. Overall, it presents the book as a thoughtful reflection on the current state of the world.
DIY Days - Reclaiming DIY: its not JUST a business modelBrian Newman
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My slides from DIY Days in NYC March, 2011. I have very minimal notes in these, but I think you can get the gist of the speech. The video will be online at my blog before too long.
The Great Depression had widespread impacts across American society in the 1930s. Unemployment soared to 25% as the economy collapsed following the stock market crash of 1929. Hardest hit were farmers during the Dust Bowl drought and African Americans who faced high unemployment and discrimination. While popular culture provided some escape, writers and journalists also critically examined the challenges of the era.
This is a PowerPoint presentation on the Great Depression which I use to teach the subject to my classes. This will help show you I am quite adept on using the program and conducting research to create visually appealing presentations.
The document summarizes the economic conditions during the late 1920s stock market boom and the subsequent stock market crash of 1929 that led to the Great Depression. It describes how the stock market rose rapidly through the late 1920s but then crashed on October 29, 1929, referred to as "Black Tuesday", wiping out millions of investors. It led to widespread unemployment, poverty and bank failures over the next several years. The economic crisis had global impacts and severe social consequences in the United States including the formation of shanty towns nicknamed "Hoovervilles". President Hoover was criticized for not doing enough to address the Depression.
The document discusses the causes of the Great Depression in Canada and outlines several key topics:
- The stock market crash of 1929 set off a panic as people rushed to sell their stocks, causing prices to plunge and many people to lose their life savings.
- Drought led to the Dust Bowl in the 1930s, destroying farmland and forcing many farmers out of work.
- As the effects of the crash spread through the economy, unemployment rose sharply such that by 1933, one in five Canadian workers had no job. Many were dependent on relief programs.
The document provides historical context for John Steinbeck's novel Of Mice and Men by summarizing the key events and hardships of the Great Depression era in the United States. It describes how the stock market crash of 1929 led to economic collapse, widespread bank failures, soaring unemployment, and hardship for millions of Americans. Farmers, minorities, the homeless, and the mentally ill were among the groups especially impacted by the Depression's poverty and suffering. The context explains the setting and themes addressed in Steinbeck's 1937 work.
The document summarizes the key events and impacts of the Great Depression, which began with the U.S. stock market crash in October 1929 and spread worldwide. It discusses several potential causes, including the stock market crash, aftermath of WWI, and bank failures in the U.S. The Depression had widespread psychological, cultural, political, and economic effects around the world. It caused high unemployment, business failures, and government responses like public works programs. While political changes occurred in some countries, the U.S. experienced less change due to its long history of democracy and belief in the American Dream.
The Great Depression began with the Wall Street crash in October 1929 and rapidly spread worldwide. It was a decade characterized by high unemployment, poverty, low profits, and lost economic opportunities. The main causes included the stock market crash, bank failures, reduced purchasing across the board, and breakdowns in international trade. Franklin Roosevelt introduced his New Deal programs in 1933 to help stimulate the economy through measures like Social Security, public works projects, and financial reforms. World War II ultimately helped end the Great Depression by inflating the money supply and increasing demand for war supplies and production.
The document outlines the goals and content of a 9th grade Pre-AP World History class on the Great Depression. The class aims to help students understand cause and effect of major events, develop historical empathy, and gain appreciation for the people and events of the Great Depression. It describes a "Cash Cab" quiz game where students can earn points by answering trivia questions about the Depression as they are driven to their destination.
The document discusses the Wall Street Crash of 1929 and the Great Depression, as well as the photographer Dorothea Lange. It explains that the Wall Street Crash marked the beginning of the decade-long Great Depression that affected Western countries. During this time, millions were unemployed in the US and unable to find work locally. Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected in 1932 and implemented the New Deal programs to provide relief, recovery, and reform. The document also describes photographer Dorothea Lange, known for her Depression-era photographs that humanized the consequences of rural poverty, such as her iconic 1936 image "Migrant Mother."
The Great Depression was the worst economic downturn in modern history. It began after the 1929 stock market crash and led to widespread unemployment. The unemployment rate rose from 3% to 25% by 1932, leaving over 13 million Americans without jobs. Those still employed often earned very low wages, making it difficult for families to afford basic necessities like food and medicine. The Great Depression had devastating social and economic effects throughout the 1930s.
The document discusses the causes and impacts of the Great Depression in the United States. It identifies speculative investing, bank failures, overproduction, and reduced consumer spending as key causes. In response, President Hoover took a conservative approach through loans to businesses, while President Roosevelt promised a "New Deal." Ordinary Americans endured high unemployment, poverty, malnutrition, and migration during the economic crisis of the 1930s.
The Great Depression began with the stock market crash of 1929 and devastated both the rich and poor. By 1933, the US economy hit its lowest point. Several factors contributed to the start and prolonging of the depression, including a major drought in 1930, declining interest rates, and a sharp drop in international trade. The recovery began in 1933 under President Roosevelt's New Deal programs, though unemployment remained high at 15%. WWII further accelerated the economic recovery as the US entered the war in 1941.
The Great Depression began with the 1929 stock market crash and its effects rippled out across the global economy. As businesses saw profits and incomes fall, they laid off thousands of workers, who could no longer buy goods. People rushed to withdraw savings from banks that could no longer pay deposits back, causing many banks to fail. Those at the bottom of the social ladder, including the newly unemployed who lost their homes and savings, suffered the most and were forced to live in makeshift shelters. The crash had worldwide effects as Americans could no longer buy foreign goods and other countries struggled to repay loans to the U.S.
The document discusses the causes and effects of the Great Depression in the United States. It describes how the stock market crash of 1929 led to widespread panic and the collapse of the US stock market. This event marked the beginning of the Great Depression. The depression had severe economic and social impacts, including high unemployment, many bank failures, poverty, and the creation of shanty towns known as "Hoovervilles." The depression lasted until the late 1930s when steps taken by President Roosevelt and World War II helped stimulate economic recovery.
The document discusses how Germany was affected by the Wall Street crash of 1929 and the ensuing Great Depression. It notes that Germany's economy was already weak before the crash due to short term loans. When the crash occurred, American bankers recalled loans to Germany, eliminating a key source of funds. This exacerbated Germany's economic woes, causing unemployment to rise sharply as businesses closed and exports declined drastically. The social and political impacts within Germany intensified as unemployment spread to workers across many industries. Economic hardship grew and discontent with the Weimar government increased.
Of Mice and Men - Social, Historical and cultural context 1Dr_RyanPhoenix
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This is a lesson based upon the Of Mice and Men scheme; focusing on the Social, Historical and cultural context. This is a great introduction lesson to this. This is the first part of the whole sub-context based on the Social,Historical and cultural context presented in Of Mice and Men.
The Great Depression was caused by a combination of factors, including overspeculation in the stock market, the 1929 stock market crash, bank runs, widespread panic and loss of confidence, and natural disasters like the Dust Bowl drought and major flooding. This led to a sharp drop in demand, mass unemployment reaching 1/3 of the nation, and many Americans losing their savings, homes, and farms.
The 1920s saw economic prosperity and cultural changes in the US, but the stock market crash of 1929 led to the Great Depression of the 1930s, a decade-long period of high unemployment, poverty, and despair as 1 in 4 Americans lost their jobs, banks collapsed, farms struggled, and millions lived in poverty with breadlines a common sight in cities. President Roosevelt attempted to remedy the situation through bold government programs to provide jobs and relief.
The document discusses graphic scores/notation as an alternative form of musical notation to standard written music. Graphic scores use visual symbols and images instead of traditional musical notation to provide open interpretations instead of specific instructions on how to play. The musician's performance will vary each time and no two performances will be the same. Examples of graphic scores include "Thunderstorm" by Alex Chorley and a Year 7 graphic notation lesson using ostinatos.
Do you see what I see? Exploring Interpretation in the Arts - Introductionestherholt
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This document discusses interpretation in the arts. It notes that there were many different answers to an introductory activity, and asks students to consider why interpretation differs, what makes a work "good", and how we know what a work is meant to convey since people can experience the same work differently. It defines interpretation as what a work might mean, and notes this can vary between individuals. Artist intention is sometimes known, such as if the artist provides context. Students are asked to describe works and consider what they might be about based on their own interpretation.
This document lists 6 artworks from different artists and eras for analysis, including Vermeer's Girl with the Pearl Earring from 1665, Picasso's The Weeping Woman from 1937, Klimt's Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer from 1907, Holbein's Portrait of Henry VIII from 1537, Van Gogh's Self Portrait with bandaged ear from 1889, and Dali's Soft self-portrait with fried bacon from 1941. The document provides the artist, title, date and a brief description for each of the 6 works.
The Great Depression had widespread impacts across American society in the 1930s. Unemployment soared to 25% as the economy collapsed following the stock market crash of 1929. Hardest hit were farmers during the Dust Bowl drought and African Americans who faced high unemployment and discrimination. While popular culture provided some escape, writers and journalists also critically examined the challenges of the era.
This is a PowerPoint presentation on the Great Depression which I use to teach the subject to my classes. This will help show you I am quite adept on using the program and conducting research to create visually appealing presentations.
The document summarizes the economic conditions during the late 1920s stock market boom and the subsequent stock market crash of 1929 that led to the Great Depression. It describes how the stock market rose rapidly through the late 1920s but then crashed on October 29, 1929, referred to as "Black Tuesday", wiping out millions of investors. It led to widespread unemployment, poverty and bank failures over the next several years. The economic crisis had global impacts and severe social consequences in the United States including the formation of shanty towns nicknamed "Hoovervilles". President Hoover was criticized for not doing enough to address the Depression.
The document discusses the causes of the Great Depression in Canada and outlines several key topics:
- The stock market crash of 1929 set off a panic as people rushed to sell their stocks, causing prices to plunge and many people to lose their life savings.
- Drought led to the Dust Bowl in the 1930s, destroying farmland and forcing many farmers out of work.
- As the effects of the crash spread through the economy, unemployment rose sharply such that by 1933, one in five Canadian workers had no job. Many were dependent on relief programs.
The document provides historical context for John Steinbeck's novel Of Mice and Men by summarizing the key events and hardships of the Great Depression era in the United States. It describes how the stock market crash of 1929 led to economic collapse, widespread bank failures, soaring unemployment, and hardship for millions of Americans. Farmers, minorities, the homeless, and the mentally ill were among the groups especially impacted by the Depression's poverty and suffering. The context explains the setting and themes addressed in Steinbeck's 1937 work.
The document summarizes the key events and impacts of the Great Depression, which began with the U.S. stock market crash in October 1929 and spread worldwide. It discusses several potential causes, including the stock market crash, aftermath of WWI, and bank failures in the U.S. The Depression had widespread psychological, cultural, political, and economic effects around the world. It caused high unemployment, business failures, and government responses like public works programs. While political changes occurred in some countries, the U.S. experienced less change due to its long history of democracy and belief in the American Dream.
The Great Depression began with the Wall Street crash in October 1929 and rapidly spread worldwide. It was a decade characterized by high unemployment, poverty, low profits, and lost economic opportunities. The main causes included the stock market crash, bank failures, reduced purchasing across the board, and breakdowns in international trade. Franklin Roosevelt introduced his New Deal programs in 1933 to help stimulate the economy through measures like Social Security, public works projects, and financial reforms. World War II ultimately helped end the Great Depression by inflating the money supply and increasing demand for war supplies and production.
The document outlines the goals and content of a 9th grade Pre-AP World History class on the Great Depression. The class aims to help students understand cause and effect of major events, develop historical empathy, and gain appreciation for the people and events of the Great Depression. It describes a "Cash Cab" quiz game where students can earn points by answering trivia questions about the Depression as they are driven to their destination.
The document discusses the Wall Street Crash of 1929 and the Great Depression, as well as the photographer Dorothea Lange. It explains that the Wall Street Crash marked the beginning of the decade-long Great Depression that affected Western countries. During this time, millions were unemployed in the US and unable to find work locally. Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected in 1932 and implemented the New Deal programs to provide relief, recovery, and reform. The document also describes photographer Dorothea Lange, known for her Depression-era photographs that humanized the consequences of rural poverty, such as her iconic 1936 image "Migrant Mother."
The Great Depression was the worst economic downturn in modern history. It began after the 1929 stock market crash and led to widespread unemployment. The unemployment rate rose from 3% to 25% by 1932, leaving over 13 million Americans without jobs. Those still employed often earned very low wages, making it difficult for families to afford basic necessities like food and medicine. The Great Depression had devastating social and economic effects throughout the 1930s.
The document discusses the causes and impacts of the Great Depression in the United States. It identifies speculative investing, bank failures, overproduction, and reduced consumer spending as key causes. In response, President Hoover took a conservative approach through loans to businesses, while President Roosevelt promised a "New Deal." Ordinary Americans endured high unemployment, poverty, malnutrition, and migration during the economic crisis of the 1930s.
The Great Depression began with the stock market crash of 1929 and devastated both the rich and poor. By 1933, the US economy hit its lowest point. Several factors contributed to the start and prolonging of the depression, including a major drought in 1930, declining interest rates, and a sharp drop in international trade. The recovery began in 1933 under President Roosevelt's New Deal programs, though unemployment remained high at 15%. WWII further accelerated the economic recovery as the US entered the war in 1941.
The Great Depression began with the 1929 stock market crash and its effects rippled out across the global economy. As businesses saw profits and incomes fall, they laid off thousands of workers, who could no longer buy goods. People rushed to withdraw savings from banks that could no longer pay deposits back, causing many banks to fail. Those at the bottom of the social ladder, including the newly unemployed who lost their homes and savings, suffered the most and were forced to live in makeshift shelters. The crash had worldwide effects as Americans could no longer buy foreign goods and other countries struggled to repay loans to the U.S.
The document discusses the causes and effects of the Great Depression in the United States. It describes how the stock market crash of 1929 led to widespread panic and the collapse of the US stock market. This event marked the beginning of the Great Depression. The depression had severe economic and social impacts, including high unemployment, many bank failures, poverty, and the creation of shanty towns known as "Hoovervilles." The depression lasted until the late 1930s when steps taken by President Roosevelt and World War II helped stimulate economic recovery.
The document discusses how Germany was affected by the Wall Street crash of 1929 and the ensuing Great Depression. It notes that Germany's economy was already weak before the crash due to short term loans. When the crash occurred, American bankers recalled loans to Germany, eliminating a key source of funds. This exacerbated Germany's economic woes, causing unemployment to rise sharply as businesses closed and exports declined drastically. The social and political impacts within Germany intensified as unemployment spread to workers across many industries. Economic hardship grew and discontent with the Weimar government increased.
Of Mice and Men - Social, Historical and cultural context 1Dr_RyanPhoenix
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This is a lesson based upon the Of Mice and Men scheme; focusing on the Social, Historical and cultural context. This is a great introduction lesson to this. This is the first part of the whole sub-context based on the Social,Historical and cultural context presented in Of Mice and Men.
The Great Depression was caused by a combination of factors, including overspeculation in the stock market, the 1929 stock market crash, bank runs, widespread panic and loss of confidence, and natural disasters like the Dust Bowl drought and major flooding. This led to a sharp drop in demand, mass unemployment reaching 1/3 of the nation, and many Americans losing their savings, homes, and farms.
The 1920s saw economic prosperity and cultural changes in the US, but the stock market crash of 1929 led to the Great Depression of the 1930s, a decade-long period of high unemployment, poverty, and despair as 1 in 4 Americans lost their jobs, banks collapsed, farms struggled, and millions lived in poverty with breadlines a common sight in cities. President Roosevelt attempted to remedy the situation through bold government programs to provide jobs and relief.
The document discusses graphic scores/notation as an alternative form of musical notation to standard written music. Graphic scores use visual symbols and images instead of traditional musical notation to provide open interpretations instead of specific instructions on how to play. The musician's performance will vary each time and no two performances will be the same. Examples of graphic scores include "Thunderstorm" by Alex Chorley and a Year 7 graphic notation lesson using ostinatos.
Do you see what I see? Exploring Interpretation in the Arts - Introductionestherholt
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This document discusses interpretation in the arts. It notes that there were many different answers to an introductory activity, and asks students to consider why interpretation differs, what makes a work "good", and how we know what a work is meant to convey since people can experience the same work differently. It defines interpretation as what a work might mean, and notes this can vary between individuals. Artist intention is sometimes known, such as if the artist provides context. Students are asked to describe works and consider what they might be about based on their own interpretation.
This document lists 6 artworks from different artists and eras for analysis, including Vermeer's Girl with the Pearl Earring from 1665, Picasso's The Weeping Woman from 1937, Klimt's Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer from 1907, Holbein's Portrait of Henry VIII from 1537, Van Gogh's Self Portrait with bandaged ear from 1889, and Dali's Soft self-portrait with fried bacon from 1941. The document provides the artist, title, date and a brief description for each of the 6 works.
The document summarizes the complex history surrounding the 1967 referendum and the establishment of the Aboriginal Tent Embassy in 1972 in Australia. It discusses how the referendum was initially seen as a moment of reconciliation but ignored ongoing issues of land rights and self-determination, leading to increased activism. This came to a head with the Tent Embassy, which demanded land rights and sovereignty and was seen as radical by many but as a moral victory by others, putting Indigenous rights on the political agenda. Overall it shows these events were part of an ongoing process of decolonization and change.
Culture, the arts, and national identity in 19th century Australia were strongly influenced by bush imagery in art and literature. Henry Lawson was one of the first Australian-born writers to look at Australia with "Australian eyes" and give voice to interpretations of an "Australian" character through his depictions of bush life and hardship in stories and poems. Other influential artists and writers who contributed to developing a sense of national identity included the painters Arthur Streeton and Tom Roberts, and the poet Banjo Paterson, known for his ballads celebrating the Australian bush tradition and bushmen. The Bulletin magazine also played a role in promoting Australian nationalism through its writing. Sport, particularly the Victorian Football League established in 1897, became an important part
The document discusses key aspects of establishing the Australian constitution and early Commonwealth government, including:
- The constitution was drafted to unite the six colonies under a new federal system, dividing powers between the national and state governments.
- The constitution did not recognize Aboriginal people as citizens or grant them rights, instead rendering them "invisible" or "non-persons."
- The first Commonwealth Parliament had representation from the Protectionist, Free Trade, and Labor parties, and important early acts focused on immigration restriction, customs tariffs, and social welfare programs.
In the late 19th century, Australians debated who could belong to the new nation. There was a push to create a "white Australia" by excluding Indigenous Australians from citizenship and expelling non-Europeans. Australians also discussed the roles of male and female citizens. By the early 1900s, the idea of being Australian came to mean having a white British background. Many groups such as Indigenous people, unskilled workers, and non-European immigrants were denied full benefits of citizenship in the new nation.
The Victorian Gold Discovery Committee wrote in 1854 that the discovery of gold in Victoria in 1851 had transformed the remote colony into a country of worldwide fame and immense wealth. It attracted a huge influx of population that vastly increased Melbourne's size and development, though initially the city's infrastructure could not cope with the crowds. The gold rush profoundly impacted Victoria's society, economy, politics and culture, spurring industrialization and making Melbourne one of the richest cities in the world by the 1850s despite early struggles with disease and overcrowding.
The document discusses the relationship between Aboriginal communities and European settlers in Port Phillip, Australia. It describes how Aboriginal communities had highly ordered societies with laws and customs that were disrupted by the Europeans. The population declined by 80% due to introduced diseases. Europeans established farms and changed land practices, threatening traditional food sources. Aboriginal communities responded in various ways including attacks, sorcery, and joining the native police or gold rush for new opportunities. Later, some Aboriginal people lived on Christian missions and reserves set up by the government.
Port Phillip District - Ideas, groups, individualsestherholt
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The document discusses the ideas and motivations underlying the settlement and migration to the Port Phillip District in Australia. It describes the push factors in Britain that encouraged emigration such as poverty, poor living conditions, and the Irish Potato Famine. It also outlines the pull factors of the Port Phillip District, including the availability of fertile land suitable for farming, economic opportunities from the need for labor, and the gold rush of 1851. Finally, it provides examples of some early settlers and explorers to the region like the Henty family, Sir Thomas Mitchell, and Georgiana McCrae.
War Communism was the initial economic system implemented in Russia after the 1917 revolution to combat problems caused by civil war. It involved strict state control over production, labor, and distribution of resources. However, War Communism was a disaster that devastated the Russian economy and population. In 1921, Lenin replaced it with the New Economic Policy (NEP) which took a more capitalist approach and allowed private enterprise and market forces to spur economic growth, while maintaining state control over key industries. However, the NEP did not fully solve Russia's economic problems following the devastation of World War I and the civil war.
Gorbachev's reforms of perestroika and glasnost weakened the Soviet Union in the 1980s. This led to the fall of communist governments across Eastern Europe in 1989, culminating in the destruction of the Berlin Wall. In 1991, conservative Soviet leaders launched a coup against Gorbachev but failed due to opposition led by Yeltsin. This led to the dissolution of the Soviet Union and the end of the Cold War.
This document summarizes major events in Russia between 1914 and 1917, including World War I, the February Revolution, and the rise of political instability. It discusses Russia's initial unity at the start of WWI, followed by military setbacks against Germany. The Brusilov Offensive provided a rare victory but heavy losses continued. The February Revolution led to the abdication of the Tsar and establishment of a Provisional Government. Kerensky's June Offensive was a disaster, weakening the army. The July Days saw the Bolsheviks unsuccessfully attempt to seize power from the Provisional Government. Communication breakdowns then led to the Kornilov Affair, increasing political turmoil in
The Korean War began in 1950 when North Korean forces invaded South Korea, marking the first major military action of the Cold War. The Soviet Union supported North Korea and its communist dictator Kim Il-sung, while the United States backed the capitalist South Korean dictator Syngman Rhee. Fierce fighting erupted along the 38th parallel border between North and South Korea. Over 1.3 million soldiers and 3 million civilians were killed during the three-year war before a ceasefire was agreed upon in 1953, leaving the two Koreas still divided along the original border.
This document summarizes political groups and events in Russia between 1905 and 1914. It highlights reformist groups like the Populists and Socialist-Revolutionaries, and revolutionary groups like the Bolsheviks and Mensheviks. It also discusses the establishment of the Duma as an advisory body to the Tsar with limited power. However, the Tsar maintained autocratic rule and progressively limited the voting rights that determined Duma membership. As a result, the Duma had little influence and was dissolved several times when it challenged the Tsar or his policies.
Widespread discontent grew among the Russian people due to the oppressive rule of Tsar Nicholas II. The Tsar ruled as an autocrat with absolute power and little regard for democratic reforms. Living conditions were poor for the growing working class and peasants, with overcrowding in cities and harsh working conditions on farms. Marxist ideologies and ideas of revolution spread despite government censorship. Tensions mounted and led to the 1905 revolution as power was weakly organized at the local level, allowing for abuse. By 1917, years of oppression, poverty, and World War I led the Russian people to overthrow the Tsar in the February Revolution, removing him from power and ending over 300 years of Romanov rule.
This document provides a debrief of a practice exam on the French and Russian Revolutions. It notes that students were required to answer all questions in either Section A on the French Revolution or Section B on the Russian Revolution. Most students chose Section A. It reminds students that the end of year exam will cover both revolutions. The document lists some comments exam assessors had about student answers in the 2011 exam, including writing about specific events and figures rather than general topics. It advises keeping French Revolution resources handy as practice questions will cover that revolution throughout studying the Russian Revolution. Students will have to answer double the questions in the end of year exam but with an extra 30 minutes to write.
Creating a New Society - French Revolutionestherholt
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The document summarizes the key events and reforms of the early French Revolution from 1789 to 1791. It discusses the challenges faced in creating a new post-revolutionary society and analyzes the nature of the society created. Some of the major reforms included abolishing feudal privileges and dues, declaring equal rights and liberties for all citizens, simplifying the legal system, establishing a democratic national assembly, and passing economic reforms like the Le Chapelier Law which banned trade unions. However, the revolution did not fully achieve the aims of peasants as many feudal taxes remained, and tensions continued over the extent to which the old order had been overthrown.
This document summarizes Esther Holt's action inquiry project during her time as a student teacher. She focused on improving her teaching of a Religion and Human Rights class between weeks 5-10 of term 3. Her goals were to use clear expectations, encourage discussion, and ask higher-order thinking questions to improve student engagement and learning outcomes. She found that setting timers and limits helped pacing, while questioning techniques needed more work. Student evidence and surveys showed her inquiry was successful overall, though she still has areas for future growth, such as continuing to develop higher-order questions and checking understanding.
1. After WW1
Casualties were
Population percentage of Australia dead: 1.38%
Ottoman Empire: 13.72%
Germany: 3.82%
Total Casualties: 37,000,000 +
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2. Post WW1Events
Treaty of Versailles
Harlem Renaissance
Lost Generation Writers
Womens Movement
Organised Crime
Mass Media: Radio, Movies, Ads
Automobile is widespread
Late Cubism, Surrealism and Art Deco
Flappers and Dancing
1920s Slang Words
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3. Your Assignment
Create a two page PPT that uses two primary
documents about an element listed previously.
Please name the source of the document at the
bottom, whether it is a photo, painting, song,
transcript, letter, 鍖lm footage advertisement.
You will brie鍖y present your 鍖ndings to the class.
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4. Part 2
The Great
depression
Fascist Solution
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5. How did the Roaring 20s lead to a
global 鍖nancial collapse?
1. Stock Market Crash of 1929 in America
Many believe erroneously that the stock market crash that occurred on Black
Tuesday, October 29, 1929, is one and the same with the Great Depression. In fact, it
was one of the major causes that led to the Great Depression. Two months after the
original crash in October, stockholders had lost more than $40 billion dollars. Even
though the stock market began to regain some of its losses, by the end of 1930, it just
was not enough and America truly entered what is called the Great Depression.
2. Bank Failures
3. Reduction in Purchasing Across the Board
Australia was one the hardest hit countries due to our dependance on Agricultural
and Industrial exports.
Unemployment in Australia rose to a record high in 1932 of 29%
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6. Social consequences of the Great Depression:
working class children consistently leaving school at thirteen or fourteen years old
married women carrying a greater domestic burden: home-making was still considered a
woman's role, so even if a woman had worked all day scrubbing 鍖oors to bring in some money, her
unemployed husband would still expect her to cook dinner and keep the house in order
jobs being easier to 鍖nd for young people, but the work had little future career prospects and
many young workers were sacked by the time they turned sixteen, eighteen or twenty-one years of
age
migrants, particularly those from Italy and southern Europe, being resented because they
worked for less wages than others despite having relatively little in the way of family or friends to
call on for help.
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8. How could such a depression help pave the way
to a Fascist Government taking over?
What does Fascism mean?
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9. Your Task...
1. Research the Great Depression in Australia
individually.
2. Write down ten facts that you feel are relevant to the
conversation about how a nation deal with an
economic down turn.
3. Discuss what you think is the best path to recovery,
what works, what doesnt work as per Historical
records.
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