African test Flashcards
1
Q
imperialism
A
the takeover of a nation to dominate its government,
trade.
2
Q
Ethnocentrism
A
belief that one’s culture is superior to others,and judging others culture.
3
Q
Rite of passage
A
special ceremony that marks entering a new stage of life.
4
Q
Developed nation
A
High standard of living and economies based on a combo of industry.
5
Q
Developing nation
A
low standard of living,little industry.
6
Q
Nationalism
A
competing with other nations to prove your countrys greatness.
7
Q
White mans burden
A
belief that europeans and americans had a duty to civilize other parts of the world and make them like them.
8
Q
Apartheid
A
1948-1994:whites and blacks separate with whites talking to power,mistreating blacks,and making laws that did so.
9
Q
Genocide
A
mass murder of a particular group of people.
