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12 Cards in this Set
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barbarian
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a person belonging to a tribe or group that is considered uncivilized.
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pope
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the bishop of Rome and supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church.
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monarch
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a ruler, such as a king or queen.
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fief
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land granted by a lord to a vassal in exchange for loyalty and service.
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manor
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a large estate, including farmland and villages, held by a lord.
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divine rights of knights
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the belief that god gives monarchs the right to rule.
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duke
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the highest type of European noble ranking just below prince.
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hierarchy
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a system of organizing people into ranks, with those of higher rank having more privileges and power.
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armor
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a covering, usually made of metal or leather, worn to protect the body during fighting.
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chivalry
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the medieval knight’s code of ideal behavior, including bravery, loyalty, and respect for women.
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persecute
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to cause a person to suffer because of his or her beliefs.
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monastery
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a community of monks.
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