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Monarch
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Rule by a monarch (a king or queen). Normally the throne is inherited by the child of a monarch when the monarch dies or abdicates (resigns)
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Nobility
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The highest social class, usually inherited.
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The Enlightenment
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The Enlightenment was a movement during the 1700's
which in which many philosophers focused on five main ideas in order to improve in government and politics. These ideas were Reason, Nature, Happiness, Progress and Liberty. |
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Aristocrat
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The aristocracy is a class of people in some countries who have a high social rank and special titles.
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Bourgeoisie
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The men from the upper end of the Third Estate in France were known as the bourgeoisie.
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Clergy
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It means church officials.
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Legislative
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Having the power to create laws.
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Abdicate
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To give up a right, power, or position.
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