history final vocab

nationalism

identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of other nations.

militarism

the belief or desire of a government or people that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.

hierarchy

a system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.

agency

the capacity of individuals or groups to act intentionally and make decisions that impact the course of history. It emphasizes the role of human choices and actions in shaping historical events, rather than solely relying on predetermined structural forces. 

capitalism

Capitalism is an economic system where people and businesses own things and make money by selling goods and services, not the government.

socialism

Socialism is an economic system where the government or the community owns and controls important businesses and resources, and the goal is to share wealth more equally among everyone.

alliances/ alliance building

Alliance (or alliance building) in a historical context means when countries or groups agree to work together for common goals, like protection, trade, or fighting a shared enemy. These agreements often happen before or during wars to gain strength through teamwork.

imperialism

Imperialism is when a country takes control of other lands or people, usually to gain power, resources, or wealth. This can happen through force, colonization, or political influence.

communism

Communism is a system where all property and resources are owned by everyone, and the government controls the economy to make sure wealth is shared equally among all people.