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Chapter 3 Vocabulary
World History
Term | Definition |
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Subcontinent | large landmass that juts out from 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. |
Loess | fine windblown yellow soil. |
Clan | families with common ancestor. |
Oracle bone | old example of Chinese communication. |
Calligraphy | beautiful writing. |
Dynastic cycle | rise and fall of dynasties. |
Feudalism | local lords ruled land. |