Ju Flashcards
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Domestic system
A small scale operation that makes products for a small amounts of people.
Factory system
Producing things in bulk typically using a factory for a larger amount of people. Usually a whole city
Mercantilism
Trade in colonies being controlled to financially benefit the mother country
Triangular trade
Trade routes that connected the americas, Europe and Africa together.
Legacy
Something like a memory or object that has been passed on by those who lived before us
is the tendency to view the world from a European or Western perspective, often assuming Western culture, values, and history as central or superior to others.
Eurocentrism
is the belief that one’s own culture or ethnic group is superior to others, leading to the evaluation of other cultures based on one’s own cultural standards and values.
Ethnocentrism
refers to a reduction in the population of a region or country, often resulting from factors such as declining birth rates, increased mortality rates, emigration, or other demographic changes. It can have significant social, economic, and political implications for the affected areas.
Depopulation
is a social and political approach that recognizes and values the presence of multiple cultures within a society. It promotes the idea that diverse cultural identities should coexist and be respected, encouraging mutual understanding and appreciation among different cultural groups. Multiculturalism supports the inclusion of various cultural practices, beliefs, and perspectives in public life, fostering a society that is inclusive and equitable for all.
Multiculturalism
is an economic system in which private individuals or businesses own and operate the means of production, such as factories, land, and resources, with the primary goal of generating profit. In capitalism, prices and production levels are determined by market forces—supply and demand—rather than by central planning. This system emphasizes competition, individual entrepreneurship, and minimal government intervention in the economy.
Capitalism
is a policy or practice in which a powerful country extends its influence and control over other territories or nations, often through military force, colonization, or economic domination. It typically involves the exploitation of resources and the imposition of the imperial power’s culture, political systems, and economic structures on the subordinate region. Imperialism can lead to significant social, political, and economic changes in the affected areas and is often associated with the oppression of local populations.
Imperialism
was a social and economic system that dominated medieval Europe from the 9th to the 15th century. It was characterized by a hierarchical structure where land was owned by a few powerful lords who granted portions of it to vassals (often knights) in exchange for military service and loyalty. At the bottom of this hierarchy were peasants or serfs, who worked the land and provided agricultural labor in return for protection and a place to live. This system created a rigid social structure and defined relationships based on land ownership and obligations.
Feudalism
was a transformative period that began in the late 18th century, primarily in Britain, and marked the shift from agrarian economies to industrialized and urban societies. It introduced significant technological advancements, such as the steam engine, mechanized textile production, and improved iron and steel manufacturing. This revolution led to the rise of factories, mass production, and significant changes in labor patterns, with many people moving to cities for work. It also brought about profound social, economic, and environmental changes, reshaping how people lived and worked.
Industrial Revolution
is a societal concept that recognizes and values the coexistence of diverse cultural groups within a single community. It promotes the idea that various cultures can maintain their unique identities while contributing to the larger society. Unlike assimilation, which encourages minority groups to adopt the dominant culture, cultural pluralism emphasizes mutual respect, understanding, and appreciation among different cultural backgrounds, fostering a rich and inclusive social environment.
Cultural pluralism
