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What is the difference between primary and secondary sources
One is a first-hand account that came directly from the topic while the other is a source that takes information from the first-hand account
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Who is Alexander the Great
The King of the Ancient Greek kingdom of Macedonia who created cultural diffusion by conquering many lands and bringing them and their culture together
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What is
The second largest religion. Uses the Qur'an
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What is prehistory
The period of time before written records
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What is the roman republic
This government was ran by elected officials, and is a foundation for governments today
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What is anthropology
The study of human societies and their culture and development
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What is the Roman Empire
This government was ran by an Emperor who had almost all the power, and some ideas still exist today
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What is The Neolithic Revolution
A wide-scale transition of many human cultures from a lifestyle of hunting and gathering to one of agriculture and settlement
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What is Pax Romana
A Period of Peace that exited between nationalities within the Roman Empire and advancements in architecture, science, education, and more
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What is Cultural Diffusion
The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group to another
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What is the fall of Rome
Was caused by economic, social, political, and military problems such as weak Emperors and spending money on Luxury items
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