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1
Which word does not describe the life of a serf?
uncomfortable
free
harsh
simple
2
Which statement is NOT true about knights in medieval times?
Supposed to follow a strict code of honor, called Chivalry
Supposed to be respectful toward women & take care of needy
Expected to fall on own sword if dishonored self
Often did not live up to their code & caused violence
3
What is the name of this popular activity for knights in medieval times?
fencing
jousting
hunting
sword fighting
4
Which statement is true about serfs in medieval times?
Serfs were able to keep all food they harvested.
Serfs were tied to the land of their birth & could not leave
Serfs were owned by the local lord and were slaves.
Serfs made up the smallest social class in medieval times.
5
What is a fief?
A serf who was free because he escaped the manor.
Land given in exchange for loyalty and military service.
A castle with a drawbridge, towers, and a moat.
A knight with no lord who roamed the countryside.
6
Which of these was a major expense of nobles, costing about 1/3 of total income?
food & drink
clothing & shoes
furniture & tapestries
armor & weapons
7
Which activity is something noble ladies did NOT learn to do?
basic astronomy to name a few constellations
sew, embroider, spin wool & weave
lead songs and prayers in the church
basic surgery and medicine
8
What job is pictured here?
analyst
scribe
doctor
jester
9
In what way(s) did the monarch rely on the lords?
Lords collected taxes in their land & sent it to the monarch
Lords would raise an army for the monarch.
Lords would be at court and often advise the monarch.
All of the above.
10
Which is not a power of the Pope in medieval times?
cast someone out of the Church, even a king
prevent kingdoms from going to war with each other
act as God's representative on earth
decide what the Church would teach
11
Who is pictured here (under the arrow)?
a knight
a bishop
a monk
a noble
12
Which of the following is NOT one of the duties or rights of a monarch in medieval times?
To act as judge to resolve arguments
To declare war and raise an army
To make laws to govern the Catholic Church
To make and enforce laws for the nation
13
Who in this diagram is the vassal?
Person C
Person A
Person B
Person A & B
14
Based on medieval beliefs, why was EXCOMMUNICATION such a bad thing?
All of the above
All loyalty oaths would be cancelled if they were a monarch
It meant they couldn't go to heaven & banished to hell
They were basically shunned or ostracized from the community
15
What two things was feudalism based upon?
disease and the need for a cure
loyalty and the need for protection
love and need for acceptance
trade and the need for money
16
What was the MAIN purpose of medieval castles?
To provide a meeting place for merchants and craftsmen
To provide a location for knights to joust
To provide a home for lords and monarchs
To gain control over the land and defend it against invaders
17
What is the "Middle Ages" in the middle of?
Pre-history and Ancient Times
Ancient Times and Modern Times
Medieval Times and Modern Times
Ancient Times and Medieval Times
18
What is a "herald"?
The king and queen's firstborn child & heir to the throne
A hole in a castle gate that was used to dump hot tar, etc.
A person who announced a knight at a tournament
The room in the castle in which the monarch would hold court
19
Which thing was not discussed at the court that the lord held for his tenants?
complaints about tenants not doing enough work
requests to leave the manor
marriage arrangments
complaints about tenants not paying rent
20
Which statement is NOT true about a knight's training?
Became a SQUIRE around age 13, learned to ride, wield sword
Practiced composing love songs
Learned to lead prayers in the local church
Begins as a PAGE, running errands for the lord sent to
21
Which activity was not common for peasant women to do?
bring water to the men working in the field
weave, wash & repair clothes
make soap & candles
care for animals & the garden
22
What was the prevalent religion in Europe during the Middle Ages?
Protestantism
Islam
Christianity
Judaism
23
What was the name of the vow that vassals give to their lord in exchange for protection & land?
Pledge of Allegiance
Vow of Honor
Oath of Fealty
Oath of Office
24
Which activity was not often enjoyed by nobles?
Falconry
Hunting
Fishing
Gardening
25
What word best describes your experience in this class this week?
fun
stressful
lively
boring
26
TRUE OR FALSE: Peasant houses were made from wood, straw, clay & cow dung.
TRUE
FALSE
27
Which organization dominated medieval Europe?
The Illuminati
The Magna Carta
The Senate
The Catholic Church
28
Which social class(es) does this picture depict?
Knights
Serfs & Nobles
Knights & Nobles
Serfs
29
What is the name of this famous place?
London Tower
Quasimodo
Notre Dame Cathedral
Chartres Cathedral
30
What was a common theme preached by the Church in medieval times?
freedom
obedience
self-awareness
respect of women
