Unit 5: Conflict and Cooperation

A set of vocabulary flashcards derived from the lecture notes on conflict, cooperation, and societal structures throughout history.

Cooperation

A method by which individuals and groups work together to achieve common goals.

Conflict

A situation in which individuals or groups oppose each other, often leading to disputes.

Ideology

A set of opinions and beliefs that shape an individual or group's perspectives and actions.

Socio-economic status

A measure of a person's or group's social and economic position in society.

Accommodation

A form of social interaction where compromise is reached between conflicting parties.

Assimilation

The process where individuals or groups adopt the cultural norms of a dominant group.

Exchange

A form of social interaction that involves giving something with the expectation of receiving something in return.

Competition

A social interaction where parties vie against one another to achieve a goal, often in a zero-sum context.

Paleolithic Era

The earliest period of human history characterized by nomadic lifestyles and basic tools.

Neolithic Revolution

The transition from nomadic lifestyles to settled farming communities, leading to permanent settlements.

Territorial Expansion

The process of acquiring new lands or territories, often through conquest.

Hard Power

A form of influence that relies on coercion or the use of force.

Soft Power

A form of influence that utilizes diplomacy, culture, and values to achieve goals.

Imperialism

A policy where a strong nation seeks to dominate other countries economically, politically, or socially.

Colony

A territory under the political control of another country, often established through conquest.