Eastern World Chapter Summary

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In the 7th grade Eastern World history book Eastern World it highlights and outlines the eastern part of the world that many students have not really been introduced to, especially in middle school. The text covers geography as the basic starting point, then from there it dives into the many cultures that are represented in Africa, Asia, and Australia. The key in each chapter and sub-section is to develop intelligence on the perspective of these locations and to ignite the minds of readers about diverse parts of the world. The eastern part of the globe launches a unique perception on life and the textbook explains why religions, ethnic groups, and beliefs have thrived as the major catalyst in producing these nations.

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