United States Constitution
Document creating the United States government. Based on Enlightenment ideas. Ratified in 1788.
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World History
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United Nations
An international body composed of many countries that seeks to promote peace, prosperity, and cooperation around the world. It was formed in 1945 at the end of World War II.
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tribalism
Feelings of loyalty to individual tribes, and the cause of much war and strife in modern Africa.
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Treaty of Versailles
Treaty ending World War I. It was extremely unfair to Germany, forcing them to accept all of the blame for the war. It is a major cause of World War II.
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tradition
A long-established custom or belief.
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trade
The exchange of goods or service between people.
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Tokugawa Shogunate
(1603-1867) Feudal Warlord rulers of Japan. Responsible for closing Japan off from the rest of the world. Overthrown during the Meiji Restoration.
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terrorism
The use of violence for political purpose.
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technology
A society's practical knowledge, especially with reference to its material culture and modes of production.
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tariff
A tax on imports.
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