Week 13 Vocabulary: Europe, Asia, and America Before WWII

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Communism

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A political and economic system where all property is owned by the community, and each person works and is paid according to their abilities and needs

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Dictator

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A ruler with total power over a country, often taken by force, who does not allow any opposition or freedom of speech.

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Nationalism

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1.  A feeling of pride in and devotion to one's country, which can sometimes lead to the belief that one's nation is better than others.

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Czar

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1.  An emperor or king of Russia before the 1917 revolution, often associated with absolute power and authority.

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Militarism

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The belief that a country should maintain a strong military and be prepared to use it to defend or promote national interests.

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Capitalism

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1.  An economic system where private individuals or businesses own capital goods and are responsible for producing goods and services for profit.

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Fascism

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A political system that emphasizes strong, centralized control by the state, often led by a dictator, and promotes extreme nationalism and the suppression of opposition.

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Neutrality

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1.  The state of not supporting or helping either side in a conflict or disagreement, often seen in countries that choose not to participate in wars.