The "Old World" refers to Africa, Europe, and Asia or essentially all parts of the world known to Europeans before they discovered America.
Consider "Old World" as your favorite classic movie. You know it inside out - every scene, every character. Then suddenly you find out there's a sequel (the New World) that introduces new characters and plots while still being connected to your beloved original movie.
Feudalism: A hierarchical system prevalent in Europe during Middle Ages where land was granted by lords in exchange for military service from vassals.
Renaissance: A period in European history marking transition from medieval times to modernity characterized by significant cultural changes including flourishing arts & sciences.
Crusades: A series of religious wars sanctioned by Latin Church in medieval period aiming at recovering Holy Land from Islamic rule.
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