Global History & Geography for 14-15 Yr olds USA) (Thomas Caswell)

In 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.

A succession of rulers of a country from the same family.

A 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.

Rights such as owning property, or the choice to be employed.

(313 CE) Proclamation by the Roman Emperor Constantine outlawing the persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire.

(1847-1931) American inventor. He is best know for the electric light bulb, the phonograph, and the motion picture camera.

Code of behavior for followers of Buddhism.

(1879-1955) American scientist best known for his theory of relativity.

(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.