Key Words Flashcards
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What is Body Politic?
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- A metaphor used to liken the realm to a human body, thus to embody the king as the nation.
2
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What is Body natural?
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- The physical manifestation of the king. Moral; can become infirm as any person’s body will.
3
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What is a Malcontent?
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- A person who is dissatisfied and rebellious (trouble maker).
4
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What is Primogeniture?
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- First born son inherits everything
5
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What is Doggerel?
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- Comic verse or poetry that is unrefined and often has rude or bawdy meanings.
6
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What is subversion?
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- The undermining of the power and authority of an established system/person.
7
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What is a Dichotomy?
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- A contrast or opposition.
8
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What is Sagacious?
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- Quick and wise in understanding and judgement.
9
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What is a Mimesis?
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- A microcosm - an imitation of the real word.
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