Introduction to History & The Slave Trade Flashcards

Flashcards on History and The Slave Trade

Culture

The ways of life, including customs, traditions, and beliefs, of a particular group of people.

Archaeologist

A scientist who studies past human life and activities by examining physical remains, such as tools, pottery, and buildings.

Hypotheses

Educated guesses or proposed explanations based on limited evidence, used as a starting point for further investigation.

Artefact

Objects made or used by people in the past, such as tools, weapons, or pottery.

Cause

The reason why something happens.

Consequence

A result or effect of an action or event.

Chronological

Arranged in the order in which events happened.

Prehistoric

The period of time before written records.

Variations

Differences or variations.

Fossils

The preserved remains or traces of ancient animals or plants.

Estimate

To make an approximate calculation or judgment.

Shroud

A cloth burial wrapping.

Stench

A foul or disgusting smell.

Disorder

An illness or ailment.

Sultry

Hot and humid.

Perspiration

Sweat.

Cordial

A drink or medicine that invigorates or revives.

Respiration

Breathing.

Loathsome

Causing intense disgust or hatred.

Galling of the chains

The irritating or chafing caused by chains.

Usefulness

How useful something is.

Reliability

How accurate or trustworthy something is.

Perspective

A particular attitude or way of regarding something; a point of view.

Bias

Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.

Social Structure

The way a society is organized.

Economy

The wealth and resources of a country or region, especially in terms of the production and consumption of goods and services.

Critical Thinking

The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgement.

Analysis

Detailed examination of the elements or structure of something.

Continuity

The state of continuing to exist or occur over a period of time.

Change

The act or process through which something becomes different.

Lasting Legacy

The long-term effects or significance of past events, actions, or decisions.

Exploitation and Injustice

The act of treating someone unfairly to benefit from their work or a situation characterized by unjust actions or outcomes.

Social Justice

Justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society.

Drawing Parallels

Drawing comparisons or similarities between different things or situations.

Marginalized Communities

Groups of people who are treated as insignificant or peripheral.

Advocate

To support or recommend publicly; plead for.