Medieval Europe Vocabulary Flashcard U1C1

Front

What is the term for a social structure marked by the dominance of the father in the family?

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Patriarchy

Front

Which term relates to the Middle Ages in Europe?

Back

Medieval

Front

What is the term for the upper or noble class whose members' status is usually inherited?

Back

Aristocracy

Front

Who are the people in a Christian church that carry out religious duties?

Back

Clergy

Front

What is an organization that has existed for a long time and promotes a particular cause called?

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Institution

Front

What is the ability to read called?

Back

Literacy

Front

illuminated

Back

Decorated by hand with designs

Front

Who is a person with power and influence who controls land given to them by a king?

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Lord

Front

What is a soldier on horseback who serves a king or other ruler called?

Back

Knight

Front

What term describes powerful families that hold fiefs and titles?

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Nobility