WEEKLY VOCAB 5
U.S. HISTORY M.A.
Convention
Definition - a meeting or formal assembly, as of representatives or delegates, for discussion of and action on particular matters of common concern.
Historical Relevance - 1831 Anti- Masonic Convention
Culture
Definition - way of life
Historical Relevance - A person's ethnic origins, heritage and culture are part of what make mankind distinct from the animal world
Defensive
Definition - serving to defend; protective
Historical Relevance - the Russo-Finnish "Winter War" , the Battle of Alam Halfa, and the Battle of Kursk
Delegate
Definition - a representative
Historical Relevance - Delegates sign Declaration of Indenpence
Democratic
Definition - ensuring all people have the same rights
Historical Relevance - The Democratic Party has changed significantly during its more than two centuries of existence