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Final
chapter. 1-3 5&6
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History
9th Grade
01/27/2009

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Feudalism
Definition
Social stucture of the middle ages
King>Greater Lord>Lesser Lord> Knights> Serfs> Commons
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Monarchy
Definition
Oldest form of govt. where a King or Queen rules. King/Queen were born into the throne.
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Judeo Christian Tradition
Definition
A mix of Judaism & Christainity
foundation of Western civilization
moral & ethical principle guide all decision making
ideas of fair treatment & justice
"all equal before the eye of God"
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Demoracy
Definition
govt. of the people
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Ethics
Definition
moral standards of behavior
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Greco Roman Culture
Definition
a mix of Greek, Roman, & Hellenistic culture
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Republic
Definition
a govt. where people choose officials to represent
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city-state
Definition
territory that has its laws& govt.
ex. Athens & Sparta
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Socrates
Definition
Greek philosopher
statesman
creator of the socratic method
- question & answer approach
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Absolute Monarchy
Definition
King/ Queen have complete authority
- no rules
ex. Louis XIV
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Dictator
Definition
a ruler that has complete control over govt.
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Common Law
Definition
laws that apply to everyone
ex. Henry II of England
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Julius Caesar
Definition
started as a Roman general > people liked him > decided for him to lead Rome > gains power & issues reforms > killed by BFF
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Limited Democracy
Definition
democracy limited to certain citizens
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