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15 Cards in this Set
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Arid |
Very dry, having almost no rainfall |
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Desertification |
The gradual transition from fertile land to less productive land. |
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Irrigation |
The process of bringing water to crops using channels and ditches. |
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Heiroglyphics |
An ancient system of writing used by Egyptians using pictures and symbols. |
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Agriculture |
Farming |
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Monotheism |
The belief in only one god. |
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Domesticate |
To keep and use animals as a source of labor and food. |
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City-state |
An independent state made up of a city and the area around it. |
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Hydroelectric power |
Energy made from flowing water |
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Theocracy |
Government ruled by a religious leader or group. |
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Dynasty |
A series of rulers from the same family. |
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Extremist |
A person with religious or political views that are outside the majority. |
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Terrorist |
A person who uses violence to achieve results. |
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Petroleum |
Raw material used to produce oil. |
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Literate |
Able to read and write. |
