Global History & Geography for 14-15 Yr olds USA) (Thomas Caswell)
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Thomas describes this database: "This 800+ term glossary is based on the New York State curriculum for 9th and 10th grade social studies. Called "Global History and Geography," this curriculum culminates in a high-stakes Regents examination that all students must pass in order to graduate and earn a high school diploma."
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AnthropologyThe science that studies mankind, especially it's origin, development, divisions, and customs. | |
anti-SemitismThe hatred of people of Jewish descent. | |
antibioticsA substance that kills bacteria in the human body. It is used to prevent or treat various illnesses. | |
antisepticAn agent that helps prevent or reduce infection in wounds. | |
appeasementThe policy of pacifying an aggressive nation in the hopes of avoiding further conflict. | |
aqueductsAbove ground structures used to carry water long distances. Built by the ancient Romans. | |
ArabicA language that is the official language of several countries of North Africa and the Middle East, as well as the religion of Islam. | |
Arabic NumeralsA written number system created during the Gupta golden age in India, then adopted by the Islamic Empire before spreading further. Used throughout western civilization today. | |
arableLand that is able to support the growing of crops. | |