Soical Studies 3rd 9 Weeks Test Flashcards
Imperialism
A takeover a country or territory by a stronger nation with the intent of dominating the political, social, and economic life of the people of that territory
Nationalism
The competition with other nations to prove your greatness
White Man’s Burden
To make a other culture more civilized
Genocide
A mass murder of a particular group or nation
Apartheid
A type of system that separates people by their color
Ethnocentrism
Viewing ones own culture as superor to others, and applying your own culture’s values to judge people in other cultures
Rite of Passage
A special ceremony or ritual that marks a particular stafe of life, such as reaching adulthood
Developed Nations
High standard of living and economies based on a combination of industry, service, and agriculture
Developing Nations
Low standard of living, little industry, and economy that mostly relies on farming
Commerical Farming
An area that produces enough food to help feed the masses. Farming for profit
Traditional Economy
Based on cultures and rituals
Market Economy
Consumers choice determine how industries and finacial markets operate
Mixed Economy
Limited government involvement while also applying free market consepts
Command Economy
Relies on government to make all economic decisions
