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| "a prehistoric era distinguished by the development of the first stone tools, and covers roughly 99% of human technological history." |
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| "In many historical societies, the position of kingship carries a sacral meaning, that is, it is identical with that of a high priest and of judge. The concept of theocracy is related." |
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| "an ancient poem from Mesopotamia (present day Iraq) and is among the earliest known works of literature." |
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| "an independent entity whose territory consists of a city which is not administered as part of another local government." |
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| " the earliest known writing system in the world. Cuneiform writing emerged in the Sumerian civilization" |
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| "a social system in which the role of the father is central to social organization, and where fathers hold authority over women, children and property" |
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| "a title used in many modern discussions of the ancient Egyptian rulers of all periods" |
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| "the combined organizational structure, procedures, protocols, and set of regulations in place to manage activity, usually in large organizations." |
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| "a high-ranking political advisor or minister in a Muslim government" |
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| "ancient monuments include the three pyramid complexes known as the Great Pyramids" |
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| "the first of three parts of the Tanakh (i.e. Hebrew Bible)" |
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| "a historical Indo-Aryan language and the primary liturgical language of Hinduism and Buddhism" |
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| "a large body of texts originating in ancient India." |
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| "a mound-like structure containing Buddhist relics, typically the remains of a Buddha or saint, used by Buddhists as a place of worship." |
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| "a form of government in which a few of the most prominent citizens rule." |
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| "a skilled manual worker who makes items that may be functional or strictly decorative, including furniture, clothing, jewelry, household items, and tools." |
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