Early Americas Vocab Flashcard Review

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What is animism?

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The belief that all objects, places, and creatures of the natural world possess a distinct spiritual essence

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What is a covenant in the context of Judaism?

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A sacred agreement between God and the Jewish people

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What is Hinduism?

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A polytheistic religion originating in India; it centers on beliefs like karma, dharma, and achieving moksha

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What is Judaism?

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One of the world’s oldest monotheistic religions, it centers on the teachings of the Torah

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Who were the Maya?

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An ancient Mesoamerican civilization known for their advanced knowledge of astronomy, impressive cities, and complex writing system

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What is monotheism?

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The belief in a single, all-powerful God

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What is mythology?

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Traditional stories that explain the beliefs, origins, and practices of a civilization or religion

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What was the Neolithic Revolution?

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The transition from nomadic hunting and gathering societies to settled agricultural communities

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What were oracle bones used for in ancient China?

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Used by shamans who inscribed questions on animal bones or turtle shells, heated them, and interpreted the resulting cracks to communicate with ancestors or predict the future

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What is the Paleolithic Age?

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The earliest period of human history, characterized by the use of stone tools, lasting until the Neolithic Revolution