Looking at the period from 1000-1450; the period from 1450 -1750; the period from 1750-900; and the period from 1900-2000,

what would characterize these periods?

Which areas of the globe were tied in with other areas in each period?

Which areas were left out in each period?

Where was technological progress being made the fastest?

What were some examples of that technology?

Which religions were dominant?

What were the significant migration patterns or settlement?

What were the kinds and speed of cultural interaction?