Feudalism in Medieval Europe Flashcard

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Why did feudalism emerge in medieval Europe?

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To provide protection after Charlemagne's death

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What did lords give to their vassals in exchange for military service?

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Land (fief)

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Who were bound to the land and could not leave the manor without permission?

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Serfs

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What feature of castles made it harder for attackers to approach? Options: Tournaments, Moat, Portcullis, Drawbridge

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Moat

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What ceremony marked the completion of a knight’s training at age 21?

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Investiture

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Peasants were free to move to another manor whenever they wanted.

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False

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Knights followed a code of conduct called chivalry.

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True

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The primary role of noblewomen was to manage the household and bear children.

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True

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Tournaments were battles between lords for control of land.

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False

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A trebuchet was a weapon used to defend castles.

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True