CU.G. Chapter 4 Vocabulary

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Culture hearths

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The locations of where different cultures appeared around the world

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Language families

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Groups of languages that share many common characteristics

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Culture region

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A distinct area in which a specific culture thrives

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Nation

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A group of people with common heritage, culture and homeland.

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Ethnic groups

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A people or nation that shares a common birth

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Cultural diffusion

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The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group to another.

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Autocracy

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A government whose ruler has unlimited authority

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Dictatorship

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Rule by a person or group with the authority of military strength

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Theocracy

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Government ruled by a religious or divine authority

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Oligarchy

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A small group of people who hold ultimate authority