Lessons 1 to 4

Question 1

expansion

Answer 1

the act or process of becoming larger

Question 2

prosperous

Answer 2

wealthy; having more than enough property, money, or food

Question 3

culture

Answer 3

the way a particular group of people lives and understands the world

Question 4

beliefs

Answer 4

strong opinions; ideas believed to be true

Question 5

abundant

Answer 5

many; more than what is needed

Question 6

impact

Answer 6

effect on something to make an impression on something or someone

Question 7

brilliant

Answer 7

very intelligent; wonderful or outstanding

Question 8

cultural

Answer 8

of or relating to culture

Question 9

customs

Answer 9

usual or accepted practices of a social group

Question 10

thriving

Answer 10

doing well or being successful

Question 11

values

Answer 11

ideas about what is important and how to live in a way that is good or right

Question 12

natural resources

Answer 12

materials that come from nature and can be utilized by people

Question 13

superceded

Answer 13

took over the place or position of; replaced

Question 14

undermined

Answer 14

gradually weakened and destroyed

Question 15

invasion

Answer 15

an act or instance of disturbing or breaking into without being wanted

Question 16

reinforce

Answer 16

to add extra support

Question 17

disputes

Answer 17

arguments or debates

Question 18

institutions

Answer 18

established customs and activities in a society

Question 19

treaty

Answer 19

an agreement between two opposing sides; a document that explains the terms of the agreement