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13 Cards in this Set
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handkerchief
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a square, soft piece of cloth used to wipe the nose or face
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chivalry
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the qualities that a good knight was supposed to have (politeness, honor, and protecting others)
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drawbridge
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a bridge leading into a castle which provided limited access to enemies
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armory
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a place where weapons are kept
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courtyard
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an open area surrounded by walls and buildings
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tradition
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the practice of passing down customs, beliefs, or other knowledge from parents to their children
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jester
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an entertainer at court in the Middle Ages
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minstrel
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a wandering poet or singer in the Middle Ages
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bestow
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to present as a gift or an honor
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tarry
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to delay or be late in going, coming or doing
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bureau
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a chest of drawers for clothing
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banquet
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large formal dinner for a special occasion
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knight
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a soldier in the Middle Ages (A knight gave his loyalty to a king and in return was given the right to hold land.)
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