1. (of States) united, but independent in internal matters   kremlin   crucifixion   federal   palanquin   Hint Half-n-half Clue   2. ability to read and write   kibbutz   republic   collectivism   literacy   Half-n-half Clue   3. Greek culture   palanquin   kremlin   Hellenism   papyrus   Half-n-half Clue   4. body of persons or business owned by body of investors   shogun   literacy   crucifixion   corporation   Half-n-half Clue   5. absolute ruler or person with supreme authority   dictator   annexation   angel   corporation   Half-n-half Clue   6. cruel government and oppressive use of authority   chariot   palanquin   memoirs   tyranny   Half-n-half Clue   7. belief that material prosperity is the requirement for a good life   mummy   bushido   materialism   republic   Half-n-half Clue