Civilization is a complex society with state, social stratification, and writing systems. Civilizations include agriculture, architecture, infrastructure, and specialized labor. Civilizations are organized settlements divided into hierarchical classes. Civilizations concentrate power and extend human control over nature
GDP grew 42% during Roaring Twenties, stock market rose 20.71%. Great Depression began with 11% stock market drop in 1929. Top 1% earned 14.65% of national income during this period. Roosevelt's New Deal implemented to recover from Depression
Dandy is a man who values physical appearance, refined language, and leisure. Term emerged in late 1700s Scottish Song, possibly from 17th-century British jack-a-dandy. Dandyism emerged in late 18th-early 19th century Britain as self-made aristocrats
Marineland of Florida, opened in 1938, claims to be world's first oceanarium. SeaWorld parks opened in 1964-1973, owned by Harcourt Brace Jovanovich until 1989. Anheuser-Busch acquired SeaWorld in 1989 for $1.1 billion
Household consists of one or more persons living in same dwelling. Basic unit of analysis in social, microeconomic and government models. Includes families, blended families, shared housing and group homes
Terms "left" and "right" emerged during 1789 French Revolution. Initially divided supporters of Ancien Régime on right, revolution supporters on left. After 1793, right side deserted, center became dominant. After 1794, far left excluded and seating system abolished