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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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. | |
emperorPolitical ruler of a country of nation. Similar to a king. | |
empire1. A collection of nations or peoples ruled by a single authority, usually a monarch, but can be other systems of government as well. 2. A very large and powerful industrial organization | |