1. rule of emperor or control of colony / region by another country   caste   minaret   archaeologist   imperialism   Hint Half-n-half Clue   2. trading of religious offices; trafficking in church promotions   nomad   status quo   disciple   simony   Half-n-half Clue   3. ruler with supreme power exempt from external control   zaibatsu   dynasty   sovereign   caste   Half-n-half Clue   4. wealthy Japanese families who own large businesses and dominate the economy   sovereign   quota   zaibatsu   archaeologist   Half-n-half Clue   5. wise experienced practical politician involved in management of State affairs   covenant   sage   disciple   statesman   Half-n-half Clue   6. wise and holy person   expedition   sage   Koran   infantry   Half-n-half Clue   7. temporary alliance between political parties   coalition   haiku   statue   expedition   Half-n-half Clue