South Africa Flashcards
Imperialism
the takeover of a nation to dominate its government,trade,and/or culture.
Nationalism
competing with other countries to prove your countries greatness.
White Man’s Burden
belief that Europeans and Americans had a duty to civilize other parts of the world and make them like them.
Apartheid
1948-1994:whites and blacks separated,whites take power,mistreating blacks,and making the laws that did so.
Genocide
mass murder of a particular group of people
Ethnocentrism
belief that one’s culture is superior to others, and judging other cultures according to your cultural standards
Rite of Passage
special ceremony that marks entering a new stage of life, such as adulthood
Developed Nation
high standards of living, and economies based on a combo of industry, service, and agriculture
Developing Nation
low standards of living, little industry, economy based on just agriculture