1. system of rule by local lords with ties of loyalty to a king   Hint First letter clue   2. ruling family with line of hereditary rulers   First letter clue   3. short Japanese poem that describes scene or generates feelings   First letter clue   4. state of affairs as of some date or event   First letter clue   5. social class in Hindu society based on birth   First letter clue   6. voyage or journey with a definite purpose   First letter clue   7. scientist who studies prehistoric remains and artifacts of early man   First letter clue