AP World History Unit 1: Non-Content Vocabulary

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19 Terms

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Contextualization

Placing historical events within a broader context to understand their significance and causes.

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Historical process

The sequence of events and changes that lead to historical developments over time.

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Historical development

The progression or change in societies, politics, economics, or culture over time.

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Primary Source

Original documents or evidence from the time of an event, such as letters, artifacts, or eyewitness accounts.

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Secondary Source

Works created after an event, interpreting or analyzing primary sources, like textbooks or academic papers.

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Administrative

Related to the organization and management of government or institutional operations.

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State (not United States)

A centralized political organization or government that holds authority over a specific territory.

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Continuity

The persistence of certain aspects of society, culture, or government over time, despite changes.

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Innovation

The introduction of new ideas, methods, or products that transform society or economies.

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Implications

The possible effects or consequences that a historical event or decision may have.

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Productive capacity

The ability of a society or economy to produce goods and services.

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Trade network

A system of trade routes and economic connections between different regions.

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Fragmented

Broken or divided into smaller parts, often used to describe political or social systems.

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Efficiency

The ability to achieve a goal or perform a task with the least waste of resources.

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State formation

The development of centralized government institutions and authority over a region.

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Claim/Argument

A statement or position supported by evidence in historical analysis or debate.

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Counterclaim

A statement or argument that opposes or refutes another argument or claim.

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Scope

The extent or range of something, often referring to the time, place, or topic under discussion.

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Justify

To provide reasoning or evidence to support a position, decision, or historical interpretation.

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