Roman Empire
The territories ruled by ancient Rome which at one time encompassed most of the Mediterranean world and parts of France, England, and Germany. The empire lasted from 27 BCE to 395 CE.
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Movement of People & Goods
river
A moving body of water that usually has its source in an area of high ground.
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revolution
a dramatic change in ideas, practice, or government.
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religion
A person's beliefs concerning the existence and worship of a god or gods, and divine involvement in the universe and human life.
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Reconquista
The re-conquest of Spain by the Christians after centuries of Islamic domination.
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porcelain
A hard, fine ceramic material used to make a variety of products.
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Pizarro, Francisco
(1476?-1541) Spanish conquistador who was responsible for the conquest of the Incan Empire.
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pilgrimage
A religious journey to visit a shrine or other holy site.
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Phoenicians
An early trading civilization located in present day Lebanon and Syria along the Mediterranean. They produced various products, such as glass, papyrus scrolls, and dyes, and established trade across the entire Mediterranean Sea. The Phoenician trade empire benefited most cultures in this region. As their trade expanded, they setup colonies throughout the Mediterranean. The Phoenicians also developed an alphabet to keep track of their business dealings. This alphabet was later adopted and adapted by the Greeks and Romans, and is the basis for the western alphabets of today.
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pharaoh
In ancient Egypt, title given to the ruler who was considered both king and god.
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