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14708592100social structuresthe patterns of relationships that shape any society including: social classes, gender roles, family roles, racial or ethnic categories0
14708607322Cultural structuresThings that form and support a culture such as rituals, language, religion, philosophies, clothing, music1
14708611583TechnologyAnything man made that is created with the intent of making life easier or better somehow2
14708619937economyA system for producing and distributing goods, and services to fulfill people's wants and needs.3
14708623993merchantA person who makes money by buying and/or selling goods4
14708626639patriarchyA form of social organization in which males hold more power and control than females5
14708630291commercethe buying and selling of goods6
14708631502BureaucracyA large, complex government organization composed of appointed officials7
14708637167ConfucianismA philosophy follows the teachings of the Chinese philosopher Confucius. Its purpose is to create a stable government and orderly society by encouraging people to follow a moral code8
14708647384ChristianityA monotheistic system of beliefs and practices based on the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus as embodied in the New Testament and emphasizing the role of Jesus as savior.9
14708648503HinduismA religion and philosophy developed in ancient India, characterized by a belief in reincarnation and a supreme being who takes many forms10
14708651131BuddhismBelief system that started in India in the 500s BC based on the teachings of the Buddha (Siddhartha Guatama)Believers seek enlightenment and the overcoming of suffering by removing earthly desires11
14708660334IslamA religion based on the teachings of the prophet Mohammed which stresses belief in one god (Allah). Followers are called Muslims.12
14708670183Judaismthe monotheistic Jewish religion that follows the teachings of God as given to Moses in laws and commandments13
14708675074MonotheisticBelief in one God14
14708675623PolytheisticBelief in many gods15

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