Refer to Map 12

question 23

Multiple Choice

Refer to Map 12.1 in the textbook.The empire that encompassed Persia in the fifteenth century marked

• A) a shift in the balance of power in favor of states in outer Eurasia.
• B) the golden age of Buddhism in the Middle East.
• C) the last military conquest by pastoral peoples from Central Asia.
• D) the relentless advance of the farming frontier.

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Definitions:

Globalization

The process of increasing interdependence and connectivity between countries through trade, investment, technology, and cultural exchange.

Interdependence

A mutual reliance between two or more groups, organisms, or objects, often for survival or benefit.

Mutual Awareness

The recognition and understanding individuals have of each other's presence, feelings, thoughts, and intentions in a social context.

Core Capitalist Countries

Nations that dominate global economic systems, characterized by high levels of industrialization, technological advancement, and significant influence on global trade and markets.