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Chapter 3 Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Subcontinent. | Large landmass that juts out from a continent. |
| Plateau. | Raised area of level land. |
| Monsoon. | Seasonal wind. |
| Veneration. | Special regard. |
| Caste. | Social group. |
| Brahman. | Single spiritual power. |
| Mystic. | Person dedicating life to find truth. |
| Rajah. | War leader of tribe(s.) |
| Loess. | Fine windblown yellow soil. |
| Clan. | Families with common ancestor. |
| Oracle bone. | Old example of Chinese communication. |
| Calligraphy. | Beautiful writing. |
| Dynastic cycle. | Rise & fall of dynasties. |
| Feudalism. | Local lords ruled land. |