Black death

➢ Black death：black death was the modern name given to the deadly epidemic disease spread by ret fleas it spread through Europe in the 14th century and swept through England in the summer of 1348 it reduced England’s population from four million to two million by the end of 14th century.

➢ Industrial revolution: the industrial revolution refers to the mechanization of industry and the consequence in social and economic organization in Britain in the late 18th and early 19th centuries .Britain was the first century to industrialize the industrial revolution in Britain first industrialize the industrial revolution in Britain first began in the textile industry

➢ The great depression :on

October 24.1929 the American stock market crashed billions of dollars of paper profits were wiped out within a few hours ,this led to a long economic depression

问答题：

1. What is the general climate in Britain? Britain enjoys maritime climate

2. Which American president was involved in Watergate affair?

Richard Nixon was involved in Watergate affair

3. What are the two major political parties in Britain?

The two major political parties in Britain are conservative party and labor party

4. What is the most important river in Britain?

The most important river in Britain is Thames River

写作

1. Norman conquest and its influence ?

In 1066 the army of William ,duke of Normandy ,defeated king Harold’s troops ,he was crowned king of England .he then built a string of defense castle ensure his military control of the whole country .this is the Norman conquest in British history ,after the Norman conquest ,William the conqueror confiscated almost all the land and gave it to his Norman government so the feudal system was completely established ,England ,relations with the continent were opened the civilization and commerce were extended. Norman –French culture Language, manner and architecture were introduced.

2. In what ways does the American government prevent its branches from becoming too powerful or abusing their power?

It sets the basic from of government prevent its separate branches each one having powers over the other .the executive branch (the president) .the legislative branch(the congress)the judicial (the supreme court)four basic principles support this delicate balance republicanism federalism separation of power and checks and balances