Key Words And Phrases Flashcards
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Bourgeoisie
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Middle class, typically referencing its values and attitudes.
2
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Autocracy
A
A system of government by one person with absolute power.
3
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Duma
A
A russian assembly with advisory or legislative functions. The first duma was created in 1906.
4
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Gold standard
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The value of currency defined in terms of gold for which the currency is worth.
5
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Bolsheviks
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Members of the majority faction of the Russian Social Democratic Party
6
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Marxism
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Method of socioeconomic analysis focussing on class relations and social conflict.
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Landed nobility
A
Category of nobility in various countries over the history for which land ownership was part of their noble privilege.
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Bicameral system
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A body of government that consists of two legislative houses or chambers
