Compare and Contrast the Causes and Consequences of the Voyages

question 14

Essay

Compare and contrast the causes and consequences of the voyages of Zhenghe with those of Columbus. Speculate on how history might have be different had Zhenghe successfully navigated the Pacific to the coast of California.

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Definitions:

Chemical Imbalance

A theory suggesting that mental health conditions are associated with changes in the brain's chemical composition.

Cognitive Model

A model in psychology that emphasizes the essential role of cognitive processes in understanding behavior and emotions.

Abnormal Behavior

Actions or behaviors that are considered deviant from the societal or cultural norms, and may indicate a psychological disorder or mental illness.

Behaviorists

Psychologists who focus on observable behaviors, ignoring the mental processes behind them.