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Chapter 3 Vocabulary
World History
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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. |