AP African America Studies Unit 1

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African American Studies

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An interdisciplinary field of study that focuses on the history, culture, contributions, and experiences of African Americans.

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Interdisciplinary

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Involving two or more academic disciplines or fields of study. This course focuses on art, history, and other disciplines.

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Civil Rights Movement

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A social and political movement in the United States during the1950s and 1960s aimed at ending racial segregation and discrimination

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Historical Interpretations

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The analysis and understanding of historical events through various perspectives, theories, and methods

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Primary Documents

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Original document from the time under study, such as letters, diaries, photographs, official records, and speeches, used by historians as evidence to understand the past.

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Diverse Geography

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Varied physical features and landscapes within a region, encompassing different landforms, climates, ecosystems, and natural resources.

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Oceans and Seas

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Africa is bordered by seas and oceans (Red Sea, Mediterranean Sea, Atlantic Ocean, and Indian Ocean) with five major rivers (Niger River, Congo River, Zambezi River, Orange River, and Nile River) connecting regions throughout the interior of the continent.

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Population Centers

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Areas with dense concentrations of people, where economic, social, and cultural activities are concentrated.

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Sehel

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A region in the Nile River, characterized by a series of islands and cataracts, historically significant for trade and settlement.

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Empire Status

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Refers to the condition or state of a political entity that exercises control over extensive territories, often through conquest, diplomacy, or economic dominance. Empires typically have centralized authority, expansive borders, and influence over diverse populations and cultures.