Rise of England 1-8 Flashcards
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Nationalism
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The belief and loyalty to a nation and not to a ruler
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Divine right of kings
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When the kings ruled with absolute power by the grace of God
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Nation-state
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An independent nation having its own laws, government, army, police, etc.
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Balance of power
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The attempt by nations to prevent one nation from having overwhelming power over the others
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Balancer
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Because of its geographical location England played the balancer. England always joined the weaker side
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Common law
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The law that is common to all the counties in England
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District court
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The court for one area
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Circuit court
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The judge would travel to hear cases
