Human Geography of the United States Vocab Flashcard

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Network of safe houses aiding enslaved people's escape in the U.S.

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underground railroad

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Farming method in dry regions relying on natural precipitation.

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Dry farming

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A concentrated region of manufacturing industries in the northeastern and midwestern US.

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manufacturing belt

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Mild climate region in southern & southwestern US

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sunbelt

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Large population concentration of several large and smaller cities, e.g., between Boston and Washington, D.C.

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megalopolis

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Musical form from early 1900s USA blending African rhythms & European harmonies

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jazz

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Economy emphasizing services & technology over industry.

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postindustrial

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Legal proceeding where a borrower loses property rights due to loan non-payment.

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Foreclosure

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A competition or struggle

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Conflict

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Change residence to live permanently in another country

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immigrate