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chapter 31
Term | Definition |
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sphere of influence | An area or country that us politically and economically dominated by, though not directly governed by, another country |
abdicate | To surrender ones office, throne, or authority |
warlord | A local leader with a military following |
light industry | The production of small consumer goods such as clothing and appliances |
Martial law | The law administered during a period of strict military control |
Double cropping | In farming growing more than one crop a year on the same land |
Theocrat | Someone who claims to rule by religious or divine authority |
Autonomous region | A political unit with limited self government |
Ideogram | In written language , character or symbol that represents an idea or thing |
Atheism | The belief that god does not exist |
Acupuncture | The ancient Chinese practice of interesting fine needles at specific body points to cure disease or to ease pain |
Buffer | A protective zone between two countries |
Provisional government | A temporary government pending permanent arrangements |
Exodus | A mass migration from a region |