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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Middle Kingdom (Egypt)(2040 BCE 1640 BCE) Period in ancient Egyptian history characterized by internal strife and hardships, and the invasion, and subsequent take over by the neighboring Hyksos. | |
migrationThe mass movement of people from one area to another. | |
militarismPolitical policy that is dominated by the military and the competitive buildup of arms. | |
militaryThe armed forces of a nation. | |
minorityA small group of people from a larger group. | |
missionaryA person who spreads the teachings of a religion. | |
Mixed EconomyAn Economic system that allows for the simultaneous operation of publicly and privately owned enterprise. | |
Model Parliament(1295) English Parliament where bishops and abbots, peers, two knights from each shire, and two representatives from each town all met in modern format for the first time. | |
modernizationTo change something to make it conform to modern standards | |