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Line 1: − − Our midterm exam will be next week. It will be multiple-choice, perhaps 30 minutes in length, and will cover lectures one through eight (that includes this one). Items and topics mentioned on the homework will be given greater priority in designing the questions. − − This exam will be less detailed than prior exams. Try to understand the "big picture" of world history. Do not expect to be asked about specific dates, specific Roman emperors, or other detailed matters. Focus more on trends and broader concepts. − − Remember and use the following test-taking tips for multiple-choice exams. You can improve your scores enormously by following and mastering these tips. Line 13:
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Line 20: − − This lecture will be briefer than usual, with no homework questions, in order to give you time to prepare for the exam.
World History Lecture Eight (view source)
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[[World History Lecture One|1]]-[[World History Lecture Two|2]]-[[World History Lecture Three|3]]-[[World History Lecture Four|4]]-[[World History Lecture Five|5]]-[[World History Lecture Six|6]]-[[World History Lecture Seven|7]]-[[World History Lecture Eight|8]]-[[World History Lecture Nine|9]]-[[World History Lecture Ten|10]]-[[World History Lecture Eleven|11]]-[[World History Lecture Twelve|12]]-[[World History Lecture Thirteen|13]]-[[World History Lecture Fourteen|14]]
[[World History Lecture One|1]]-[[World History Lecture Two|2]]-[[World History Lecture Three|3]]-[[World History Lecture Four|4]]-[[World History Lecture Five|5]]-[[World History Lecture Six|6]]-[[World History Lecture Seven|7]]-[[World History Lecture Eight|8]]-[[World History Lecture Nine|9]]-[[World History Lecture Ten|10]]-[[World History Lecture Eleven|11]]-[[World History Lecture Twelve|12]]-[[World History Lecture Thirteen|13]]-[[World History Lecture Fourteen|14]]
== Test-taking tips ==
== Test-taking tips ==
'''Eliminate''': Eliminate the wrong answers before picking the right one. This can bump your score up another point or two.
'''Eliminate''': Eliminate the wrong answers before picking the right one. This can bump your score up another point or two.
'''First Impression''': Go with your first impression unless you have a good reason to change it. More often than not, your first impression will be right.
'''First Impression''': Go with your first impression unless you have a good reason to change it. More often than not, your first impression will be your best guess.
'''Stay on Track''': Stay on track during the test. Expect to miss a few, and do not waste too much time on a difficult question.
'''Stay on Track''': Stay on track during the test. Expect to miss a few, and do not waste too much time on a difficult question.
== Introduction ==
== Introduction ==
On September 11, 1683, Muslims made a second major attempt to conquer Europe (recall that Charles the Hammer turned back their first attempt). A massive Islamic army arrived at the Gates of Vienna. An alliance of Christian armies, led by the Polish King Jan III Sobieski, defeated the Muslim force.<ref>http://gatesofvienna.blogspot.com/2006/09/other-september-11th.html</ref> Some have observed that the "9/11" massacre in New York City was on the anniversary of this day.
On September 11, 1683, Muslims made a second major attempt to conquer Europe (recall that Charles the Hammer turned back their first attempt). A massive Islamic army arrived at the Gates of Vienna. An alliance of Christian armies, led by the Polish King Jan III Sobieski, defeated the Muslim force.<ref>http://gatesofvienna.blogspot.com/2006/09/other-september-11th.html</ref> Some have observed that the "9/11" massacre in New York City was on the anniversary of this day.