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History
10th Grade
09/28/2011

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Acculturation
Definition
Cultural modification of an individual or group by borrowing and adopting traits from another culture.
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Assimilation
Definition
The merging of cultural traits from previously distinct cultural groups.
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Issue
Definition
An issue may be responded to in different ways, no single correct answer can be given.
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Accommodation
Definition
A process of mutual adaptation between persons or groups, usually achieved by eliminating/reducing hostility.
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Homogenization
Definition
To form by blending unlike elements.
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Biodiversity
Definition
Diversity among and within plant and animal species in an environment.
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Universalization
Definition
To make or become universal.
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Point of View
Definition
An individuals opinion about a matter, based on his or her personal experience.
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Perspective
Definition
A peoples world view, one that has developed from its collective experience.
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Globalization
Definition
The process that is making the world's citizens increasingly interdependent economically, socially, politically, environmentally and technologically.
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Cultural Revitalization
Definition
A process through which unique cultures regain a sense of identity, such as through promoting heritage, languages, or reviving traditions and customs.
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Transnational Corporation
Definition
Corporations that operate in two or more countries;also, people who are citizens of more than one country.
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Media Convergence
Definition
Mergers of media transnationals that result in a concentration of ownership
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