early republic

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What was the Agricultural Revolution?

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A period when early peoples learned how to plant and raise crops

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What is an astrolabe used for?

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Determining direction, latitude, and local time

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What does the term "circumnavigate" mean?

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To sail around

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Who were the Conquistadors?

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Spanish explorers who led expeditions to conquer the Americas

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What were the Crusades?

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A series of holy wars from 1096-1270 AD

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What is an indentured servant?

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A person who works for a colonist in exchange for transportation and necessities

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What is a joint-stock company?

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A form of business organization where investors pool funds for large projects

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What was the Mayflower Compact?

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The first agreement for self-government in America

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What is mercantilism?

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The theory that a state's power depends on its wealth

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What is triangular trade?

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A three-way trade route for exchanging goods between America, Europe, and Africa