Keywords

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Bias: A preference or tendency to think in a particular way

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often unfairly. It can lead to an unfair judgment or favoritism toward one side or group over others.

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. Primary source: An original document or object from the time being studied (e.g.

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diaries

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. Secondary source: A document or work that interprets

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analyzes

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. Propaganda: Information

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often biased or misleading

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. Fact: A statement that can be proven true or false based on evidence.

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. Opinion: A personal belief or judgment that is not necessarily based on facts or evidence.

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. Prehistory: The period of time before written records were kept.

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. Archaeology: The study of ancient cultures through their material remains

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like artifacts and buildings.

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. Site: A location where something important is or was situated

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especially in archaeology (e.g.

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. Excavation: The process of digging up and uncovering artifacts or structures from the past.

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. Radiocarbon dating: A method used to determine the age of an organic object by measuring its radioactive carbon content.

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. Dendrochronology: The science of dating events and environmental changes by studying tree rings.

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. Stratigraphy: The study of layers of rock or soil to understand the sequence of historical events.

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Artefact: A human-made object

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typically an item of historical or cultural interest.

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. Evidence: Information or objects that help to prove or disprove something.

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. Monastery: A building or complex where monks or nuns live and worship.

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. Round tower: A tall

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cylindrical tower

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. Tonsure: A practice of shaving part or all of the hair

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especially for religious reasons (e.g.

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. Crozier: A ceremonial staff carried by bishops or abbots

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symbolizing authority.

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. Manuscripts: Handwritten documents or books.

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. Scriptorium: A room in monasteries where manuscripts were copied by hand.

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. High cross: A large

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upright stone cross

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. Filigree: Delicate ornamental work

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often in metal

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Beehive hut: A small

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domed stone structure

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. Scribe: A person who copies out documents or writes manuscripts by hand.

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. Chalice: A special cup used in religious ceremonies

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particularly in Christian worship.

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. Aqueduct: A structure built to carry water over long distances

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often using arches.

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. Villa: A large

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luxurious house

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. Plebeian: A common person or member of the lower social class in ancient Rome.

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. Patrician: A member of the noble or upper class in ancient Rome.

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. Dole: A government-provided welfare payment

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typically for people who are unemployed or in need.

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. Toga: A distinctive garment worn by ancient Romans

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usually by men

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. Domus: A traditional Roman house

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usually for wealthy citizens.

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. Insulae: Apartment buildings or blocks in ancient Rome

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typically for the lower classes.

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. Stola: A long

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flowing garment worn by Roman women

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. Orator: A person skilled in public speaking

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especially in a formal or persuasive manner.

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. Dowry: Property or money brought by a bride to her husband in marriage.