Across
1
Ancient empire that conquered much of Europe
4
Ancient Egyptian picture writing
5
Period of one hundred years
6
Relating to the Middle Ages
11
Formal agreement between nations
12
Practice of establishing foreign colonies
13
Medieval land-for-service system
14
Government ruled by a king or queen
Down
2
Metal that replaced bronze in tools
3
Collection of traditional stories
7
Long and distinct period of history
8
Legislative assembly of a country
9
Union formed for mutual benefit
10
Practice of farming and growing food