Vocab Cards for Bayne period 3 Flashcards
Imerialism
the take over of a nation to dominate its govt., trade, and/or culture.
Nationalism
competing with other nations to prove your countries greatness
White Man’s Burden
belief that Euro’s and Amer.’s had a duty to civilize other parts of the world and make them like them.
Genocide
A intentional mass murder of a particular group of people.
Aparthide
1948-1994: whites and blacks separated w/whites taking power, mistreating blacks, and making laws that did so.
Ethnocentrism
belief that one’s culture is superior to others, and judging other cultures according to your culture standards.
Rite of Passage
a special ceremony or ritual that marks a particular stage of life, such as reaching adulthood.
Developed Nations
high standard of living, and economies based on a combo of industries, service, and agriculture.
Developing Nations
High: birth rate and population growth, infant mortality.
Low: Industries and technology, standard of living, level of income, education and health care.