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Tribhuwana Wijayatunggadewi

Long ago, there was a queen. Her name was Tribhuwana. She led a big land. She worked with a smart leader. Together, they made the land grow. She was a very brave queen. Do you like stories about queens?

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Tribonian

A man named Tribonian lived long ago. He was a wise leader. He helped a king write new laws. These laws helped many people. His work still matters today. Do you like to follow rules?

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Tribunal

A tribunal helps people solve problems. It is not always a big court. It can be a small group. They listen to what people say. This helps make things fair for all. Do you like to help solve problems?

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Trinity College Dublin

Trinity College is a school in Ireland. It is very old. A queen started it long ago. Many smart people studied there. Some even wrote famous books. It has a big library too. Do you like to read?

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Trotskyism

A man named Leon Trotsky lived long ago. He had many big ideas. He wanted workers to have more power. He worked with a leader named Lenin. Later, things became very hard for him. He had to move far away. Do you like…

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Trustee

A trustee is a person in charge. They look after things for others. They must be very honest. They follow special rules to help. This helps keep things fair for everyone. It is a big job. Can you be a good helper?

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Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands

Many islands sit in the big ocean. The United States helped run them. Many groups of people lived there. They had many ways to talk. Now, the islands are their own places. It is a big part of our world. Do you like…

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Truth commission

Sometimes, leaders find out the truth. They look at things that were unfair. They listen to stories from the past. This helps people feel better. It helps a country become kind again. Can you help make things fair?

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Trygve Haavelmo

A man named Trygve Haavelmo was smart. He studied how money works. He lived in a place called Norway. He won a very big prize. His work helps us today. Can you learn about him?

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Trygve Lie

Trygve Lie was a leader. He was from a place called Norway. He helped start the United Nations. This group helps many countries work together. His work helped the world stay safe. Do you like helping others?

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Tsai Ing-wen

Tsai Ing-wen was a leader. She was the first woman president in Taiwan. She worked very hard. She helped many people. Her work matters to her home. Do you want to learn more?

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Tsar

A tsar was a leader. They ruled big lands. Some were in Bulgaria. Some were in Russia. These leaders were very powerful. It was a big job. Do you like history?

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Tuareg people

The Tuareg live in the big desert. They move to find food for animals. Long ago, a queen led them. Men wear blue veils. This is a very old way of life. Do you like the desert?

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Tucker Carlson

Tucker Carlson is a man who talks on TV. He tells people about news and politics. He has worked for many news groups. Now he has his own show. He has many things to say. Do you watch the news?

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Tuilaʻepa Saʻilele Malielegaoi

Tuilaʻepa was a leader in Samoa. He helped lead the country for a long time. He worked hard to help his people. Sometimes, leaders have big fights about rules. Now, he is a different kind of leader. Do you like to…

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Tulip mania

Long ago, people loved tulips. These flowers were very pretty. People paid a lot for them. Soon, prices became too high. Then, the prices fell fast. It was a big surprise. Have you ever seen a tulip?

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Tung Chee-hwa

Tung Chee-hwa was a leader. He helped run a place called Hong Kong. He worked with many ships. He also helped make big rules. Many people worked with him. It was a big job. Do you like to help people?

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Tunku Abdul Rahman

Tunku was a great leader. He helped his country be free. He worked hard for all the people. This made his home a new place. He is a hero to many. Do you know any heroes?

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Tupi people

The Tupi lived in Brazil. They grew many foods. They grew beans and corn. Many people lived in their tribes. Long ago, things changed for them. Today, we still use their words. Can you say a Tupi word?

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Turgut Özal

Turgut Özal was a leader in Turkey. He helped his country grow. He worked hard to make new rules. He even became the president. He wanted to help many people. Do you like to help others?

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Turkish lira

The lira is money in Turkey. People use it to buy things. It has many coins and bills. Some bills have faces on them. It is a special part of life. Do you know how much money you have?

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Tutoring

A tutor is a teacher. They help you learn new things. They work with you one-on-one. This helps you do well in school. It can be a lot of fun! Do you like to learn new things?

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Tutsi

The Tutsi are a group of people. They live in Africa. Many Tutsi people keep cows. They have worked with cows for a long time. This is a big part of their life. Do you like cows?

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Tyrant

A tyrant is a leader. They rule all by themselves. Sometimes they are not kind. They do not follow the laws. This can be very unfair. Many people work to change this. Do you know what a fair leader is like?

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U-boat

A U-boat is a special boat. It can go under the water. These boats were used in big wars. Long ago, many people used them. It was a hard time for many. Do you like boats?

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UCLouvain

This is a big school. It is in Belgium. Many people go there to learn. A new town was built for it. It helps us learn new things. Do you like to learn?

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Ugyen Wangchuck

Ugyen Wangchuck was a great leader. He was the first king of Bhutan. He worked to bring his people together. He also built schools for children. This helped his country grow. Do you like to learn new things?

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Ulrich Beck

Ulrich Beck was a smart man. He studied how people live together. He looked at how the world changes. He wanted to help us understand our world. His work still helps us today. Do you like to learn about people?

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Ulster

Ulster is a place in Ireland. It has many green hills. It has a very big lake. Some people live in one part. Other people live in another part. Many people live in the city of Belfast. Do you want to see it?

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Ulster Volunteer Force

A group lived in Northern Ireland. They wanted to change things. Many years ago, they caused much trouble. This was a very sad time. It was not fair to many people. Do you want to learn more?

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Umaru Musa Yar'Adua

Umaru Musa Yar'Adua was a leader. He led the country of Nigeria. He worked hard to help his people. He wanted to make things better for everyone. He was a very busy man. Do you want to learn more?

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Umberto II of Italy

Umberto was a king in Italy. He was the last king there. He was king for a very short time. People called him the May King. After that, Italy changed how it was run. Do you know what a king does?

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Umberto I of Italy

Umberto was a king in Italy. He lived a long time ago. He had a wife named Margherita. They lived in a big palace. Some people were not happy with him. Life was hard for many. Do you like stories about kings?

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UMNO

A group called UMNO was made long ago. It helps the Malay people. This group worked to help their country grow. It has been around for a very long time. Many leaders were part of it. Do you like learning about history?

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Uncle

An uncle is a man in your family. He can be your mother's brother. He can also be your father's brother. Some people call kind older people "uncle" too. This shows a lot of respect. Do you have an uncle?

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Unconscionability

Sometimes, people make unfair deals. One person might use their power to trick another. This is not right. A judge can stop these bad deals. They want things to be fair for everyone. Do you think being fair is important?

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Unconventional warfare

Some people fight in new ways. They do not use big armies. They use small groups instead. This helps them move fast. It is a different way to win. Do you think it is hard to move fast?

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Undergraduate education

Some people go to school after high school. They study to learn new things. They can earn a special degree. This helps them get ready for jobs. It is a big step. Do you want to learn new things?

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Unemployment benefits

Sometimes people lose their jobs. The government can help them. They give money for food and needs. This helps people stay safe. It is a kind way to help. Do you know anyone who helps people?

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Union for the Mediterranean

Many countries work together. They live near the sea. They help each other be safe. They also help people find jobs. This helps everyone live well. Do you like to help friends?

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Union Jack

This is a special flag. It is for the United Kingdom. It has many colors. It shows different places joined together. It is a very famous flag. Do you like the colors?

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Union of South American Nations

Many countries in South America work together. They formed a big group. This group helps them stay close. Some countries left the group for a while. Now, some are coming back. Do you like working with friends?

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United Nations General Assembly

Many countries meet in one big place. They talk about how to help the world. Each country gets one vote. This helps them make big choices. It is a way to work together. Do you like to help your friends?

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United Nations Industrial Development Organization

A big group helps many lands. They help people make things. They also help keep the air clean. This work helps everyone live well. It is a very good job. Do you want to help the world too?

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United Nations resolution

The United Nations helps many lands. They write rules to help. Some rules are just ideas. Other rules must be followed. This helps keep the world safe. Do you want to help too?

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United Nations Secretariat

Many people work for the United Nations. They help many lands get along. A leader helps them do this work. This work helps keep us safe. It is a very big job. Do you want to help the world?

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United Nations Security Council

Many countries work together. They want to keep peace. They help people stay safe. This group makes big choices. It helps the whole world. Can you help keep peace too?

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United Russia

United Russia is a big group. It helps lead Russia. This group was made by joining other groups. It has many members. They work with the leader. Do you like to work in a group?

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