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

Discrimination or prejudice based on race.

The ninth month of the Muslim calendar. All Muslims must fast during daylight hours, except the very young or sick.

Hindu epic story about the hero Rama who was the incarnation of the god Vishnu.

(1872-1916) Russian peasant and self-proclaimed holy man. He was friends with the ruling Romanov family, and sometime advisor to Czarina Alexandra. His advice was on of the factors leading to the Russian Revolution.

Various materials found in nature used in manufacturing such as wood, coal, and oil.

To reject a belief or withdraw something previously said.

The re-conquest of Spain by the Christians after centuries of Islamic domination.

Militaristic group of students in China who brutalized anyone who criticized Mao’s government.

Nationalistic group/army created and led by Guiseppe Garibaldi to end foreign control of Italy during the 19th century.

The protest against perceived wrong doings by the Catholic Church during the early 16th century. Main leaders were Martin Luther and John Calvin.