two other events that occurred in the last 500 years that might be considered "turning points" in world history.

The Industrial Revolution and the Space Race

Explanation:

The Industrial Revolution: Transformed economies that had previously been based on agriculture and handicrafts into economies based on large-scale industry, mechanized manufacturing, and the factory system (more efficient). New machines, new power sources, and new ways of organizing work made existing industries more productive and efficient and allowed further innovation in all facets of life.

Space Race: Changed how humanity understood and interacted with the wider universe; led to vast advancements in travel, weaponry, science, astronomy, and now economy as private companies are working on space trips using technology and knowledge learned during the Space Race.

the catholic church withhold people's access to the bible during the middle ages.

people could go to church and listen to the teachings, but it was absolutely forbidden to own and/or read the books of both the old and new testaments. it was also prohibited to translate the books (which where originally in biblical hebrew) to any other language.

this was done so the church could remain in control of what their teachings were and to enhance their importance and power, while also being able to judge people's actions through information that was unavailable for the general public.