Vocab 1
a person or group of people who rely on hunting wild animals and gathering plants for sustenance rather than agricultural practices.
Hunter Gatherer
a well-preserved ancient Babylonian code of law, enacted by the Babylonian King Hammurabi, known for its "eye for an eye" principle and extensive list of rules and punishments.
Code of Hammurabi
a powerful city-state in ancient Greece known for its cultural achievements, democracy, and contributions to philosophy and the arts.
Athens
a prominent city-state in ancient Greece, famous for its military prowess, emphasis on discipline, and militaristic society.
Sparta
a Mesoamerican civilization that flourished in central Mexico in the 14th to 16th centuries, known for their advanced agricultural practices, architecture, and religious rituals.
Aztecs
to the culture, language, and history of the successors of Alexander the Great's empire, blending Greek and Eastern influences.
Hellenistic
one of the most powerful and enduring civilizations in ancient history, known for its vast territorial expansion, engineering achievements, and legal system. Spanned 3 continents. Surrounded the Mediterranean.
Roman Empire
largest Christian church, led by the Pope, with a hierarchical structure, religious ceremonies, and teachings based on the Bible and tradition.
Catholic Church
economic system in medieval Europe where land was exchanged for labor and protection, forming the basis of feudal society.
Manorialism
a time in European history between the fall of the Roman Empire and the Renaissance, characterized by feudalism, chivalry, and the rise of Christianity.
Middle Ages
a social and economic system in medieval Europe where land was exchanged for military service and loyalty, defining the relationships between lords and vassals.
Feudalism
was a highly contagious and deadly infectious disease caused by the Variola virus, characterized by fever and a distinctive skin rash.
Small Pox
refers to a widespread and usually fatal infectious disease, especially one caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis, which led to devastating pandemics throughout history.
Plague Black Death
were politically independent, urban centers in Africa that operated as small states with their own government, economy, and culture, often flourishing through trade and craftsmanship especially of ivory and Gold.
African City States
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