The position of the earth relative to the sun that helps to determine the time of day and night, seasons and time zones
Multiple-tier timeline
A timeline that utilizes two or more rows of events, with each row representing a different subject or perspective occurring during the period under study (e.g. timeline of the 19th century with separate rowsfor political, social, military and technologic
parliamentary democracy
A system of government in which executive leaders (usually a prime minister and a cabinet) are chosen by and responsible to the legislature (parliament), as well as being mambers of the legislature, as in Great Britian.
Political map
A portrayal on a flat surface of the political features of the Earth (e.g., international boundaries, capitals, political subdivisions).
Primary source
an account of an event by someone who was present at the event.
representative democracy (republic)
A democratic system of government in which the people exercise political control and participate through elected represnteatives responsible for promoting the common welfare
Territory
An area of land; the land waters under the jurisdiction of a state, nation or sovereign.
