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Fertile Crescent

Social Studies 11.23.20

TermDefinition
Fertile Crescent- A region of the middle east that stretches in a large, crescent shaped curve from the Persian Gulf to the Mediterranean Sea.
Empire- A state containing several countries or territories
Ally- An independent state that works with other states to achieve a shared military or political goal.
Cultural Trait- An idea or way of doing things that is common in a certain culture.
Rule by Law- The idea that all members of a society even the rich and powerful, must obey the law.
Calvary- Soldiers who fight while riding horses
Standing Army- Permanent army of professional soldiers
Tribute- Payment made to show loyalty to a stronger power
Currency- Money that is used as a medium of exchange, usually bills or coins
Stele- Is a carved stone slab or pillar that stands on end.
Colony- An area ruled by a distant country
Export- A good or service produced within a country and sold outside the country’s borders.
Import- A good or service sold within a country that is produced in another country.
Cultural Diffusion- The spreading of cultural traits from one region to another.
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