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Revolution!. Absolutism, Kings, and, Queens……Oh My!. Absolutism, Kings, and Queens, Oh My!!!!. I can do whatever I want, I have ABSOLUTE POWER!!. So, can I, Muhaha!. King John of England. Queen of Hearts. What is “Revolution”?.
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Revolution! Absolutism, Kings, and, Queens……Oh My!
Absolutism, Kings, and Queens, Oh My!!!! I can do whatever I want, I have ABSOLUTEPOWER!! So, can I, Muhaha! King John of England Queen of Hearts
What is “Revolution”? • It comes from Latin word “revolutio” which means “turn around.” 2. It is a BIG change that happens in a short period of time.
Types of Revolutions! • Religious Revolutions • Political Revolutions • Technological Revolutions • Cultural Revolutions
Religious Revolution • Religious Revolution – A major change in the religion Example – The Reformation (Martin Luther)
Political Revolutions • Political Revolution : A change in government – the current government is replaced Examples: 1. The French Revolution 2. The Russian Revolution 3. The American Revolution
Technological Revolution Technological Revolution = A sweeping change in the way goods are produced, distributed, and consumed Example: • The Industrial Revolution
Cultural Revolution • Cultural Revolution -Fundamental changes in the way people act in society 2. A big change in the social rules of society and what counts as acceptable behavior. • Examples: • The Green Revolution • The French Revolution • 1960’s Cultural Revolution