Early Modern Era Vocabulary

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What is a government run by a king, queen, or other royalty called?

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Monarchy

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What era is known for sea voyages to new lands?

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Age of Exploration

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What term describes having settlements away from your homeland?

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Colonization

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What was the period of rapid development of new machines and factories called?

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Industrial Revolution

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What does the term "New World" refer to?

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North and South America and nearby islands

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What is the meaning of "nationalism"?

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Patriotic feelings for your country

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What does "Renaissance" mean?

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A rebirth of art and culture

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What was the "Age of Enlightenment" known for?

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An era when people began to use reason and science to understand the world