Which of the following best characterizes the term "civilization"?
A) the last in a series of stages of cultural development through which most human groups have developed
B) the larger social order and set of shared values in which states are culturally embedded
C) the modern, European social and cultural system
D) any state level society
E) people with culture

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The term "civilization" is most commonly used to refer to the larger social order and shared values in which states are culturally embedded. It implies complex social, political, and economic organization, as well as significant cultural achievements such as art, literature, and philosophy. It is not necessarily the last stage of cultural development, limited to the European system or any specific type of society (such as only state-level societies). While it is true that civilizations are made up of people with culture, this definition alone is too broad to capture the specific meaning of "civilization."

Which of the Following Best Characterizes the Term "Civilization