Flashcards on Key Concepts

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Polytheistic

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Definition: Belief in or worship of multiple gods. Sentence: Ancient Greeks followed a polytheistic religion, believing in gods like Zeus, Athena, and Apollo. Synonym: Many-god belief Antonym: Monotheistic

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Monotheistic

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Definition: Belief in a single god. Sentence: Christianity is a monotheistic religion that centers on the worship of one God. Synonym: One-god belief Antonym: Polytheistic

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Democracy

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Definition: A system of government where power is vested in the people, typically through elected representatives. Sentence: The United States is a democracy where citizens vote for their leaders in free elections. Synonym: Republic Antonym: Autocracy

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Philosophy

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Definition: The study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, and reason. Sentence: Socrates’ philosophy encouraged critical thinking and self-reflection. Synonym: Ideology Antonym: Irrationality

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Dynasty

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Definition: A sequence of rulers from the same family, often maintaining power for generations. Sentence: The Qing Dynasty ruled China for nearly 300 years before its collapse in 1912. Synonym: Lineage Antonym: Democracy

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Artifact

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Definition: An object made by humans, typically of cultural or historical interest. Sentence: The archaeologists uncovered ancient artifacts from the Roman Empire, including coins and pottery. Synonym: Relic Antonym: Natural object

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Trade Routes

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Paths or networks used for the exchange of goods between different regions. Example: The Silk Road linked China with Europe. Synonym: Trade networks Antonym: Isolation

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Revolution

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A sudden and significant change, especially in government or political power. Example: The American Revolution led to independence from British rule. Synonym: Uprising Antonym: Stability

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City-State

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A city that with its surrounding territory forms an independent state. Example: Ancient Greece had city-states like Athens and Sparta. Synonym: Independent city Antonym: Nation-state

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Republic

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A form of government in which citizens elect representatives to govern on their behalf. Example: The Roman Republic allowed citizens to vote for leaders. Synonym: Democracy Antonym: Monarchy