Lesson 3 Arab Spring

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Autocracy

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A system of government in which a single person or party possesses supreme and absolute power.

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Nepotism

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The practice among those with power or influence of favoring relatives or friends, especially by giving them jobs.

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Repression

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The action of subduing someone or something by force.

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Democratization

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The transition to a more democratic political regime, including substantive political changes moving in a democratic direction.

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Martyr

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A person who is killed or suffers greatly for a religion, cause, etc.

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Coup d'Etat

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A sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government.

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Sectarianism

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Excessive attachment to a particular sect or party, especially in religion.