n. to be split into two or more pieces
Soon after, it was divided into two pieces: the Western Roman Empire and the Eastern Roman Empire.

n. the collection of countries from India to Japan
We travel on business to the Far East twice a year.

n. in a confusing or surprising way
Nowadays she has acted strangely, even like a madman.

n. a great civilization in Europe from around 27 BCE to 395 CE
The ancient Roman Empire once ruled the world.

n. the period of time that started about 2,000 years ago; also known as AD
The last was Pope Gregory III from Syria, who was chosen in the year 731 CE.

n. looks or feels like something else
The sisters look quite similar, but you can tell the difference.

n. all of the beliefs, art, and music of a group of people
It is important to learn about a country’s culture.

n. related to Christianity, the religion of the followers of Jesus Christ
A Christian is someone who follows the teachings of Jesus Christ.

n. to have become like the west
The Philippines is considered to be one of the most westernized countries in Asia.

n. the collection of countries between Egypt, Turkey, and Pakistan
Would you like to travel to the Middle East?