Unit 4: Nationalism, Industrialism, and Imperialism
Lesson I: The Dual Forces of Nationalism
Key Terms
| Key Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| colonialism | the establishment of a territory or settlement by people from another land |
| confederation | a form of political organization in which the sovereign states combine for specified purposes such as defense |
| empire | a political unit often made up of a number of territories or countries ruled by a single supreme authority |
| imperialism | acquiring colonies or extending influence of a strong country to gain wealth and power |
| nationalism | the belief that people who share a common history and culture should be loyal to their country |
Directions: Practice using these terms.
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