Historical and Geographical Terms

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barbarian

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A person from an outside culture or group that is thought uncivilized and violent.

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cardinal direction

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The four primary directions; north, south, east, and west.

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civilization

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The trend of weather of a period of time.

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climate

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The long-term trends in weather elements and atmospheric conditions.

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compass rose

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A map tool that indicates the orientation of north, south, east, and west.

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cultural diffusion

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The spread of people, ideas, technology, and products from one culture to another.

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currency

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A system of money in use in a particular country.

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empire

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An extensive group of states or countries under a single supreme authority.

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environment

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The physical characteristics of an area.

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feudalism

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A system of government in which nobles gave land to lesser nobles to govern in exchange for loyalty and military service.