APHG Unit 4 Vocab

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African Union (AU)

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An organization of African nations pursuing greater political and economic integration across the continent.

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antecedent boundary

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A boundary that existed before the cultural landscape emerged and stayed in place while people moved in to occupy the surrounding area.

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Arctic Council

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1996 Members include countries with territory in the Arctic. Promotes sustainable development and is dedicated to protecting the region's environment.

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Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

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A trade alliance that promotes trade and economic integration among member nations in Southeast Asia.

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autonomous region

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A defined area within a state (country) that has a high degree of self-government and freedom from its parent state.

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Berlin Conference

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A meeting from 1884-1885 at which representatives of European nations agreed on rules and the division/colonization of Africa during the time period of imperialism.

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choke point

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A strategic, narrow waterway between two larger bodies of water OR a strategic land route that can be easily controlled or cut off.

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Colonialism

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Attempt by one country to establish settlements and to impose its political, economic, and cultural principles in another territory from 1500-1800s.

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consequent boundary

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A type of subsequent boundary that is drawn to accommodate existing linguistic, cultural, or religious boundaries.

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Cultural cohesion

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The capacity of different national and ethnic groups to make a mutual commitment to live together as citizens of the same state.