Unit Seven Flashcards: Political Geography

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auto-

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Acts on its own

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-ism

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A belief, practice, or system.

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Autonomy

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The ability to make decisions independently or govern oneself.

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Congress

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Elected representatives who make laws at the national level.

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Ethnicity

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A group of people who share a common culture, language, or heritage.

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European Union

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A group of 27 European countries working together to make trading easier and to solve common problems.

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Interdependence

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When people or groups rely on each other to meet needs or goals.

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Intervene

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To get involved in a situation to help or change what is happening.

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Invest

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To spend money, time, or effort now to get a benefit later.

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Nationalism

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Strong pride in and loyalty to your country, sometimes with the belief that it is better than others.