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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Islamic fundamentalistsMuslims who believe the Quran to be a literal guide to political, social, and religious life. | |
islandA land mass surrounded by water. | |
Israeli - Palestinian ConflictConflict over landownership in Israel/Palestine. This conflict has at times involved most of the nations of the Middle East as well as the United States and the Soviet Union. Widespread terrorism against Israel and its allies occurs because of this conflict. | |
Israeli War for Independence(1948-49) War between Israel and the Arab world over the formation of the nation of Israel. | |