History and Economics Flashcard

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What is the process of establishing control over a foreign land and its people?

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Colonization

Front

Which term refers to an economic policy aimed at accumulating monetary reserves through a positive balance of trade?

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Mercantilism

Front

What is a formal document granting rights or privileges?

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Charter

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What is the term for a specific geographic area?

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Region

Front

What is the act of refusing to buy or use goods and services as a protest?

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Boycott

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What is a formal complaint or protest?

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Grievance

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What is the act of refusing to obey certain laws as a form of political protest?

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Civil Disobedience

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What is an agreement reached by each side making concessions?

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Compromise

Front

What is the fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state is governed?

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Constitution

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What is the process of formally approving a treaty or agreement?

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Ratification