2.3 Growth of Cities

dynasty

A lineage of rulers from the same family or lineage that maintains power over a period of time, often in a specific territory or kingdom.

empire

A large political unit or state, often comprising multiple territories or peoples, ruled by a single authority or monarch.

government

An organized system or group of individuals that create and enforce laws, policies, and decisions for a community or state.

inequality

The state of not being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities, often found in social, economic, or political contexts.

patriarchal

A societal system in which men hold primary power, predominating in roles of leadership, authority, and control over women and children.

periphery

The outer edges or margins of a society, where power and resources are limited and often marginalized.