3.2 Global Cultures Flashcards
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way of life of a group of people who share similar beliefs and customs
Culture
people with a common language, history, religion, and some physical traits.
Ethnic group
local form of a language that may have a distinct vocabulary and pronunciation.
dialect
form of limited government in which power rests with the people, and all citizens share in running the government.
democracy
form of government in which a leader rules by force and typically limits citizens’ freedoms.
dictatorship
government led by king or queen inherited power by being born into ruling family.
monarchy
highly developed culture.
civilization
process of spreading ideas, languages and customs from one culture to another.
cultural diffusion
area that includes different countries that share similar cultures traits.
culture region
development of a worldwide culture with an interdependent economy.
globalization
scatter or found in a wide area.
widespread
being the only one of its kind.
unique