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History
8th Grade
09/10/2008

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Term
Feudalism
Definition
A political system in which the king allows nobles the use of his land in exchange for their military service and their protection of people living on the land.
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Crusades
Definition
A series of wars to capture the Holy Land, launched in 1086 by European Christians.
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Reformation
Definition
A 16th century religious movement to correct problems in the Roman Catholic church.  
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Renaissance
Definition
A period of European history, lasting from the 1300s to 1600, that brought increased interest in art and learning.
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Culture
Definition
A way of life that people share, including arts, beliefs, and customs.
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Civilization
Definition

Has 5 features:

1. cities that are centers of trade

2. specialized jobs for different people

3.organized forms of religion and government

4. organized forms of government

5. advanced tools

Term
Muslim
Definition
Follower of Islam
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Islam
Definition
A religion founded by the prophet Muhammad in the 600s, which teaches that there is one God, named Allah.
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European Middle Ages
Definition
A period from the late 400s to about the 1300s, during which Europeans turned to feudalism and the manor system to create stability.
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Ghana and Mali
Definition
West African kingdoms that grew rich through the trade of gold and salt.
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Caravel
Definition
A Portuguese ship with square and triangular sails which allowed it to harness the wind.
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