Tuesday, 14 May 2024, 10:13 PM
Site: edulabs.org academy
Course: Activity Examples (Activity Examples)
Glossary: Global History & Geography for 14-15 Yr olds USA) (Thomas Caswell)
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dynastic cycleIn China, a dynasty would remain in power only as long as it was providing good government. When a dynasty went into decline, and began to abuse its power, it was said to lose the Mandate of Heaven, or the favor of the gods. A strong leader would usually emerge to claim the Mandate, and establish a new dynasty. The dynastic cycle would then begin again. |
dynastyA succession of rulers of a country from the same family. |
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EbolaA contagious viral disease originating in Africa. It is transmitted by blood and body fluids and causes body organs and vessels to leak blood, usually resulting in death. |
economic rightsRights such as owning property, or the choice to be employed. |
EconomicsSocial science that deals with production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services and with the theory and management of economies or economic systems. |
Edict of Milan(313 CE) Proclamation by the Roman Emperor Constantine outlawing the persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire. |
Edison, Thomas Alva(1847-1931) American inventor. He is best know for the electric light bulb, the phonograph, and the motion picture camera. |
Eightfold PathCode of behavior for followers of Buddhism. |
Einstein, Albert(1879-1955) American scientist best known for his theory of relativity. |
Elizabeth I(1533-1603) Queen of England and Ireland between 1558 and 1603. She was an absolute monarch and is considered to be one of the most successful rulers of all time. |