The Middle Ages Test Review

Which theme was the focus of art, music and philosophy during the Middle Ages in Europe?

• philosophy

• science

• religion

• math

Who led the Roman Catholic Church during the Middle Ages?

• the Rabbis
• the Pope
• the Archbishops
• the Bishops

What is the best explanation of the feudal system of the Middle Ages in Western Europe?

• A merchant employs villagers to work in his shop.

• An apprentice learns a skilled trade and joins a guild.

• A king allows peasants to participate in government.

• A lord gives land to a vassal in exchange for loyalty and military service.

What institution dominated life in Europe during the Middle Ages by helping people and keeping life stable?

• schools and universities
• the Roman Catholic Church
• a national bank
• the government

Which idea characterizes the social hierarchy in a feudalist society?

• Socioeconomic classes were divided by education level.

• Governments passed laws to make everyone equal.

• Each class of society had an specific roles and responsibilities.

• All socioeconomic classes were treated the same.

Which two things were the cornerstones of feudal society?

• military and food
• land and money
• land and food
• land and military

Which is the best definition of feudalism?

• a system where countries gain wealth by establishing colonies

• ) a system where people use trade and bartering to obtain goods

• a system where land is exchanged for military service and loyalty

• a system where the theory of natural rights of citizens is practiced

Why did feudalism emerge during the Middle Ages?

• Trade and wealth were growing, and people needed a way to promote it.
• Kings and queens required it as way to keep order.
• Traditions and customs from Roman culture encouraged it.
• Governments in Europe were weak and could not protect the people.

This chart shows the structure of the feudal system in Europe. What does this chart reveal about feudalism?

• It was controlled by the middle class.

• It was designed to promote equality.

• It provided opportunities for social mobility.

• It was supported by the work done by peasants.

Why did many Europeans find the feudal system beneficial in the Middle Ages?

• It allowed people to travel.

• It provided land and protection.

• It provided wealth and opportunity.

• It allowed Protestant religions to spread.