Key Terms and Concepts

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Christianity

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A monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.

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Civilization

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The stage of human social and cultural development and organization that is considered most advanced.

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Divine Right

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The doctrine that kings and queens have a God-given right to rule and that rebellion against them is a sin.

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Feudalism

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A social system in medieval Europe, in which people worked and fought for nobles who gave them protection and land in return.

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Middle Age

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A period of European history from the 5th to the late 15th century, often characterized by feudalism and the spread of Christianity.

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Polytheistic

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Belief in or worship of more than one god.

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Reform

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The action or process of reforming an institution or practice.

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Ruins

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The remains of a building, typically an old one that has suffered much damage or disintegration.

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Architecture

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The art or practice of designing and constructing buildings.

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Acronym

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An abbreviation formed from the initial letters of other words and pronounced as a word.