Chapter 1-Old World History

the land in which a nation dwells

the study of earth's surface; the continents, oceans, rivers, mountains, and islands.

Before Christ

rule by one man who usually comes to power by force; often military leaders

a government that is run by representatives of the people and no group has all the power

a large body of people who think of themselves as one and are united under one ruler.

a unique way of life; involves religion, family life, clothing, and food & drink.

"anno Domini", which is Latin, for "in the year of our Lord"

have rulers known as chiefs; a chief has absolute power over his people

the continents of Asia, Africa, Europe, Australia, and Antarctica.

a moral system that denies belief in God and views humanity as the highest form of existence

a government in which the ruler is born into his office, but is limited in power

is the adaption, growth, and development of human beings. False idea that man came from monkeys

the written record of mankind

the setting up of authorities to rule a city, state, or nation