Feudalism and Its Concepts

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What was feudalism?

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A system where land was exchanged for loyalty and protection.

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What is a fief?

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A piece of land given by a lord to a vassal.

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What does chivalry mean?

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A knight’s code of honor and behavior.

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What is an Oath of Fealty?

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A promise of loyalty made by a vassal to a lord.

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What does 'self-sufficient' mean?

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Able to make or grow everything needed without outside help.

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What is a hierarchy?

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A ranking system where people are placed above or below each other.

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Who controlled the land in feudalism?

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Kings and nobles.

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What did serfs do on the manor?

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Worked the land and could not leave without permission.

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Why were castles built in feudal society?

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To defend the lord’s land and people.

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Who swore loyalty to the lord in feudal society?

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Vassals and knights.