Medieval Notes

What was the primary purpose of plays in the Medieval Period?

Who was appointed by Henry II to influence the Church and later became a martyr?

Which historical concept resulted in a social hierarchy structured around the manor in the Middle Ages?

What devastating event wiped out approximately one-third of the population of Europe during the Middle Ages?

Who brought lasting French influence to England, making French the language of the aristocracy?

Who wrote The Canterbury Tales, a collection of stories told by a diverse group of pilgrims?

Which of the following was not a literary theme during the Medieval Period?

What event in the Middle Ages is known for its impact on cultural interactions between Europe & the Middle East?

What did Henry II invent that had its origins in the Domesday Book?

What was the result of the Norman Conquest of England in 1066 in terms of language and culture?

Feudalism in the Middle Ages was a pyramid system based on what concept?

What is the significance of the phrase "Will no one rid me of this turbulent priest?"