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U3 CH 2
VOCABULARY for Ancient CHINA
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| dynasty | a series of rulers who are all from the same family |
| canal | a channel dug by people; used by boats or for irrigation |
| city-state | a city that is its own political unit and has its own ruling government |
| mandate | a command; a responsibility given by an authority |
| feudal system | a social organization in which kings, lords, and peasants are bound together by mutual obligations |
| noble | a member of a high social class |
| annals | a record of events |
| philosophy | the study of ideas about knowledge, life, and truth; literally, the love of wisdom |
| filial piety | deep respect for one's parents |
| virtue | a high moral standard |
| astronomy | the study of the stars, planets, and other features of outer space |