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Chapter 20
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cultural Diffusion | The spread of a cultures beliefs, practices, and traditions from one group of people to another |
| Religion | A set of beliefs, practices, and traditions. Some might revolve around a god or a superior being |
| Government | A ruling or controling person or group, sometimes selected by the people, assigned to lead the nation or area |
| Architecture | The designing and building of structures |
| Social Structure | A system that organizes people based on their worth |
| Technology | Science that is applied to create technical means |
| Regent | One who rules in the name of another |
| Aristocracy | A ruling class of noble families |
| Meditation | A spiritual discipline that involves deep relaxation and an emptying of distracting thoughts from the mind |
| Syllables | A unit of sound in a word; for example, unit has two examples "u" and "nit" |
| Pagodas | A tower shaped structure with several stories and roofs |
| Elements of Culture | Objects, ideas, and customs from the Asian mainland |
| Art | An expression of an emotion, setting, or person, usually a visual, that is appreciated for its beauty and creativity |