Global History & Geography for 14-15 Yr olds USA) (Thomas Caswell)
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Thomas describes this database: "This 800+ term glossary is based on the New York State curriculum for 9th and 10th grade social studies. Called "Global History and Geography," this curriculum culminates in a high-stakes Regents examination that all students must pass in order to graduate and earn a high school diploma."
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rudderA device used to steer a ship. It is usually shaped like a paddle and is on the back of the boat. |
russificationA policy in Russia to make all of the peoples under their control conform to Russian culture and language. It was used in both the Russian Empire and later, in the Soviet Union. |
Russo-Japanese War(1904-1905) War between Russia and Japan over imperial possessions. Japan emerges victorious. |
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sacramentsReligious practices such as baptism, and receiving the Eucharist. |
sacredWorthy of or regarded with religious worship, and/or respect. |
Sahara DesertThe worlds largest desert, located in North Africa. |
Salt March(1930) Passive resistance campaign of Mohandas Gandhi where many Indians protested the British tax on salt by marching to the sea to make their own salt. |
SamsaraIn Hinduism, the term given to the endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth. |
samuraiWarrior class during Japans feudal age. |
sanitationServices including the collection and disposal of sewage and garbage. |