The Hundred Years’ War and the Black Death

Front

Why did the Hundred Years’ War start?

Back

Dispute over the French throne

Answer explanation

Both England and France wanted to rule France.

Front

What was one major change in warfare during the Hundred Years’ War? Options: Castles became stronger. Longbows reduced the importance of knights. Horses replaced soldiers in battle. Cannons made peasants more powerful.

Back

Longbows reduced the importance of knights.

Answer explanation

Longbows made knights less useful.

Front

How did the Hundred Years’ War impact the power of kings in France?

Back

Kings gained power and unified the nation.

Answer explanation

Kings became stronger and united France.

Front

What happened to feudal relationships during the Hundred Years’ War?

Back

Nobles lost power as armies relied more on soldiers.

Answer explanation

Nobles lost power because soldiers were hired.

Front

What was one long-term result of the Hundred Years’ War for Europe?

Back

National monarchies became stronger.

Answer explanation

Kings got more power and ruled stronger nations.

Front

What was one major economic impact of the Black Death in Europe?

Back

Decline in the workforce and higher wages for peasants

Answer explanation

• Fewer workers meant peasants got paid more.

Front

How did the Black Death weaken the feudal system?

Back

Serfs gained freedom due to labor shortages.

Answer explanation

Fewer workers meant serfs could leave or get better jobs.