Ancient China Vocabulary Flashcard Bayou Bridges

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A series of rulers who are all from the same family

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dynasty

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A channel dug by people; used by boats or for irrigation

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canal

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A city that is its own political unit and has its own ruling government

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city-state

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A command; a responsibility given by an authority

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mandate

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A social organization in which kings, lords, and peasants are bound together by mutual obligations

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feudal system

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A member of a high social class

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noble

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A record of events

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annals

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The study of ideas about knowledge, life, and truth; literally, the love of wisdom

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philosophy

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Deep respect for one’s parents

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filial piety

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A high moral standard

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virtue