Unit 5 Europe Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

What is a piece of land that is almost completely surrounded by water but still connected to the mainland?

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Peninsula

Front

What is a government system where people vote to make decisions or elect leaders to represent them?

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Democracy

Front

What is a group of countries in Europe that work together to help each other with trade and rules?

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European Union

Front

What is the spreading of ideas, customs, and traditions from one group of people to another called?

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Cultural Diffusion

Front

What was a time when people started using machines to make things faster, changing the way people worked and lived?

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Industrial Revolution

Front

What is strong pride and loyalty to one's country, often leading people to want their country to be independent?

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Nationalism

Front

What is it called when a country takes control of other lands to use their resources and influence the people living there?

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Colonialism

Front

What was a system in medieval Europe where land was given by kings to lords in exchange for loyalty and protection?

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Feudalism

Front

What was a time in European history when there was a big interest in art, learning, and new ideas?

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Renaissance

Front

What is a system where the king or queen has total control over the country?

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Absolute Monarchy