Medieval Crime and Punishment

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Punishments in the Middle Ages were very harsh.

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true

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People found guilty of crimes were sent to jail.

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false

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Which of the following were punished with a fine? adultery, drunkenness, illegal hunting, minor crimes

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minor crimes

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The 'crime' with shame as the punishment was: arson, forgery, lying, mugging

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lying

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The 'crime' with mutilation as the punishment was: murder, stealing, swearing, treason

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stealing

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The 'crime' with death as the punishment was: drunkenness, lying, murder, illegal hunting

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murder

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Who was in charge of the Manorial Court?

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Lord's Steward

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How many men were in a tithing?

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10

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How many men were in a jury?

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12

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Which court used Trial by Ordeal? Options: the people's court, the king's court, the lord's court, the tennis court

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the king's court