Ch 7 Feudal Japan Flashcards
1
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Regent
A
A person appointed to rule a country if a monarch is to young or ill to do so.
2
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Vassal
A
A person who holds land for a lord, and in return pledges loyalty and service to him.
3
Q
Domain
A
The territory ruled by a daimyo, including fishing and farming villages
4
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Artisans
A
A skilled worker who produces handmade items
5
Q
Bushido
A
The way of the warrior; describes the rule of correct behaviour for all samurai
6
Q
Jujutsu
A
A traditional Japanese system of physical training and unarmed combat.
7
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Ronin
A
A wandering samurai who has no lord or master
8
Q
Flintlock
A
An old-fashion type of gun fired by a spark from flint
