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World History (A2)
Chapter 3 Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Subcontinent | Large landmass that juts out from a continent. |
| Plateau | Raised area of level land. |
| Monsoon | Seasonal winds |
| Veneration | Special regard |
| Caste | Social Group |
| Brahman | Single spiritual power. |
| Mystic | Person dedicating life to find truth. |
| Rajah | War leader of tribe. |
| Loess | Fine windblown yellow soil. |
| Clan | Families with common ancestor. |
| Oracle Bone | Bone used by priests in Shang China to predict the future. |
| Calligraphy | Beautiful writing. |
| Dynastic Cycle | Rise and fall of dynasties. |
| Feudalism | Local lords ruled land. |