Grockit GMAT TV Lesson 8, Part 1 (Verbal Critical Reasoning)

This module focuses on the intertwining of science and religion and its influence on British and European attitudes toward colonized peoples in the 19th century. Key topics include:

• How these ideologies contributed to the expansion of overseas empires.
• The governance of colonies by Britain and other European states.
• The political and ideological consequences at home, particularly the rise of Social Darwinism, racism, and extreme nationalism.

By examining these themes, students gain insights into the historical context that led to significant global changes and the eventual onset of World War I.

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• Grockit GMAT TV Lesson 8, Part 1 (Verbal Critical Reasoning)

  Farbood Nivi

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  This module focuses on the intertwining of science and religion and its influence on British and European attitudes toward colonized peoples in the 19th century. Key topics include:

  • How these ideologies contributed to the expansion of overseas empires.
  • The governance of colonies by Britain and other European states.
  • The political and ideological consequences at home, particularly the rise of Social Darwinism, racism, and extreme nationalism.

  By examining these themes, students gain insights into the historical context that led to significant global changes and the eventual onset of World War I.

• Grockit GMAT TV Lesson 8, Part 2 (Verbal Critical Reasoning)

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  This module continues the exploration of science and religion, delving deeper into their collective role in shaping societal views during the 19th century. Key discussions include:

  • The varying perspectives of different European nations towards their colonies.
  • The moral and ethical implications of colonial governance.
  • The evolution of public opinion regarding race and imperialism.

  Through this analysis, students will understand how these dynamics influenced not only the colonies but also the political landscape in Europe leading to major upheavals.

• Grockit GMAT TV Lesson 8, Part 3 (Verbal Critical Reasoning)

  Farbood Nivi

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  This module presents a comprehensive look at the consequences of the intertwining ideologies of science and religion on the political ideologies of the 19th century. Key points include:

  • The relationship between colonial expansion and domestic politics in Britain.
  • The rise of ideologies such as Social Darwinism and their justification for imperialism.
  • The impact of nationalism on the social fabric of the British Empire.

  Students will engage with historical texts and contemporary analyses to critically assess the ramifications of these ideologies on world history.

• Grockit GMAT TV Lesson 8, Part 4 (Verbal Critical Reasoning)

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  This module culminates the exploration of the themes surrounding science, religion, and imperialism by discussing their roles in precipitating World War I. Key themes include:

  • The ideological underpinnings of the conflict.
  • The transformation of colonial attitudes leading up to the war.
  • The interplay between nationalism and international relations during the era.

  Students will evaluate how these historical contexts shaped the modern world, drawing connections between past ideologies and contemporary issues.