Flashcards on Key Concepts

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Heresy

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Belief or opinion contrary to orthodox religious doctrine.

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Scientific Method

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A systematic procedure of observation, measurement, experiment, and hypothesis testing.

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Astronomy

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The study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole.

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Astrology

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The study of movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs.

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Anatomy

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The branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans, animals, and other living organisms.

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Perspective

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A technique used in art to represent three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional surface.

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Political Scientist

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An expert in the study of government, political processes, and political behavior.

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Machiavellian

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Cunning, scheming, and unscrupulous, especially in politics.

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Allegory

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A story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one.

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Vanities

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Excessive pride in or admiration of one's own appearance or achievements.