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Medieval European Society Flashcards

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Allegiance

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An oath of locality to monarch of country

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Arabia

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The original homeland of the Arabs and historic centre of islam, located between the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf.

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banishment

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The punishment of being sent away from a country or other place

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descent

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The origin or background of a person in terms of family or nationality

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clergy

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People ordained for religious duties, especially in the Christian Church

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Constantinople

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The capital city of the Roman/Byzantine Empire, now known as Istanbul

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bishop

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An important member of the governing body of the Christian Church who was responsible for his diocese.

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buboes

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Swollen, inflamed lymph node in the armpit or groin

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bubonic

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A bacterial infection passed from rats to fleas to humans

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canon law

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Laws and regulations made by the Church

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Christianity

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The religion based on the teachings of Jesus.

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claimant

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A person making a claim

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crowned

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To ceremonially place a crown the head of person to become a monarch

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Crusades

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A series of religious wars that took place between the 11th and 15th centuries.

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descent

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The origin or background of a person in terms of family or nationality

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diagnose

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Identify the nature of an illness by examination of the symptoms

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enthroned

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To install a monarch on a throne

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excommunication

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Officially excluding someone from participation within the Christian Church.

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feudal system

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A system of organising a society by providing land in return for loyalty and work.

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flogging

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Beat with a whip or stick as punishment or torture

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germ warfare

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The use of bacteria and infectious agents to harm or kill humans

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heir

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A people legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person’s death

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heresy

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An opinion that goes against the offical teachings of the Catholic Church

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Holy Land

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The area within Palestine where Christ had lived and preached.

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hung, drawn and quartered

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A punishment used for men found guilty of treason

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invasion

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Invading a country or region with an armed force

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Islam

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A religion founded by Mohammed that arose in Saudi Arabia in the 7th century CE

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Jerusalem

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The holy city of the Jews, sacred also to Christians and Muslims

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Jesus

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The central figure of the Christian religion

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Judaism

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The religion of Jewish people

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Mecca

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Birthplace of Mohammed and area of his early teachings. It is the centre of Muslim faith.

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Miasma

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A highly unpleasant or unhealthy smell.

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Mohammed

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Founder of the religion of Islam.

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Monarch

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A sovereign head of state, especially a king, queen, or emperor.

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Norman

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A group of people who settled in Normandy and were a dominant military power in the 11th century.

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omen

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An event which could lead to something of good or evil.

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pandemic

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An infectious disease which affects a large geographical area and a large number of the population.

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pesentary

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Agricultural labourers of low social status.

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Petty crime

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Minor crime.

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pilgrimage

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A religious journey.

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plague

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A contagious bacterial disease characterised by fever and delirium.

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pope

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Leader of the Roman Catholic Church

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priest

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A minister of the Catholic Church.

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remedy

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A medicine or treatment for a disease or injury.

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repentant

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Expressing or feeling sincere regret and remorse.

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sanctuary

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A place of refuge or safety.

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social attitude

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Attitude of society.

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social hierarchy

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Individuals and groups are arranged in relation to their power and wealth.

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social mobility

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The extent to which someone can improve her or his status in society, in terms of work, income and social position.

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sub-tenants

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A person who is given land from the tenants-in-chief.

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successor

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A person or thing that succeeds another.

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tapestry

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A piece of thick textile fabric with pictures or designs formed by weaving or embroidering.

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tenants-in-chief

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In feudal society, a tenant who holds land granted by the sovereign.

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The 4 Humours

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Theory that to avoid disease, 4 substances within the body need to be in balance: black bile, yellow bile, phlegm and blood.

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tithe

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1/10 of annual produce or earnings, formerly taken as a tax for the support of the church and clergy.

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treason

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The crime of betraying of one’s country, especially by attempting to assassinate the sovereign or overthrow the government.

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trial by combat

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To decide a person’s guilt by battle or a duel.

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