Prompt 1:
Why is Islam the second-most popular religion in the world? How has it shaped and been
shaped by global societies? What factors account for the different experiences of Muslims
throughout world history?
P1: Introduction
Islam is one of the world's major religions, with billions of followers all over the globe. It has
had a significant impact on shaping global society, both in the past and present. The religion
originated in the Arabian Peninsula in the 7th century and quickly spread throughout the
Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The Islamic empire was once one of the most powerful in the
world, and its influence can still be seen in many aspects of culture and society today, including
art, architecture, literature, and law. Additionally, Islam has been shaped by the societies in
which it has taken root, with local customs and traditions often blending with the religion to
create unique expressions of Islam.
P2: spread rapidly through trade and conquest in the Arabian peninsula and the Arab empire.
Islam's ability to adapt and evolve to different cultures has made it a religion that is relevant
to followers across different regions and cultures.
P3: The religion's emphasis on conversion and its connection to the monotheistic traditions of
Judaism and Christianity (Unit 2 Journal 12; Unit 2 Journal 4 (primary source); Unit 2 Entry 3;
Unit 2 Entry 2)
P4: Islam's message of equality and social justice resonated with many people in the regions
where it spread. The religion's simplicity and directness of its doctrine and practices made it
accessible to a wide range of people, including both the educated and the uneducated.
Unifying people around the world (Unit 2; Journal 6)
P5: SHAPED BY GLOBAL SOCIETIES: Unit 2, Journal 9
P6: Conclusion
Prompt 2:
Select four examples of individual or groups of women that we have covered in this
course. Describe the role these women played in their societies in detail. Describe the
joys and limitations they experienced. What kinds of generalizations can we make about
women in world history based on these examples?
P1: Introduction
P2: mongol women  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wz4k6d2reAI&t=4s (Unit 1
Journal 4)
P3: MINANGKABAU (UNIT 3 JOURNAL 10)
P4: Women in the trans-atlantic slave trade: Slavery primary source; women were objects;
same punsihments as men whippings; both genders shaved their heads (UNIT 4 CONTENT
10)
P5: Saudi arabian women  Wadjda movie (Unit 10)
Relate to : muslim women  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCuAu67OCDk (Unit 2
Journal 5)
P6: Generalizations and conclusion
Prompt 3:
Describe the difference between formal and informal imperialism. Provide at least two
examples of each type of imperialism from the materials we have covered in this class. Then
discuss the role of each type of imperialism in the Cold War.
P1: introduction
P2: difference between formal and informal imperialism (Unit 6 journal 9
Ex: formal: Formal imperialism refers to the political and economic control of one country or
region by another through the establishment of direct rule or control. This can include the
colonization of territories, the imposition of political and economic systems, and the
exploitation of resources 
king Leopold and Belgium in the Congo (Unit 7 Task 1, journal 2)
European nations (Britain, France, Germany) in Africa: txbk pages 646-655; Unit 6
Journal 10; Primary source black man’s burden; Unit 6 Journal 7 “Scramble for Africa” primary
source
Vietnam: Unit 6 Journal 7 primary source ho chi min
Haiti: Txtbk pages 746-726
Mexico: Unit 6
Ex: informal: Informal imperialism refers to the exertion of political and economic control over
one country or region by another through indirect means, such as economic and cultural
influence 
OTTOMAN EMPIRE Unit 3
The British slave trade: Unit 4 Entry 12
apartheid system (Unit 10; cry freedom movie)
it allowed a minority group to exert political and economic control over the majority
population through the manipulation of laws and policies, and the use of violence and
repression. It also led to the exploitation and oppression of the non-white population and the
violation of human rights.
U.S. Foreign policy in Latin America during the Cold War Unit 5
Unit 6: Imperialism: Content 7-10
P3: formal imperialism in the cold war Unit 9
P4: informal imperialism in the cold war Unit 9