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Feudalism vocab
Term | Definition |
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Feudalism | A system that developed in Europe |
Barbarian | A person belonging to a tribe or group that is considered uncivilized |
Roman Catholic Church | The christian church headed by the pope in Rome |
Pope | The bishop of Rome and supreme leader of the Roman catholic church |
Monarch | A ruler such as a king or queen |
Fief | Land granted by a lord to a vassal in exchange for loyalty and service |
Manor | A large estate, including farmland and villages, held by a lord |
Divine right | The belief that God gives monarchs the right to rule |
Noble | A person of high rank by birth or title |
Duke | The highest type of European noble, ranking just below a prince |
Hierarchy | A system of organizing people into ranks, with those of higher rank having more power and privileges |
Chivalry | The medieval knights code of ideal behavior, including bravery, loyalty, and respect for woman |