Medieval Europe Test Review

What was Western Europe like after the fall of the Western Roman Empire?

• The new German kingdoms were able to rebuild strong communities.

• Western Europe mostly remained divided and weak

• Western Europe was reunited and well protected

• The Byzantine Empire recaptured the West and restored the full empire.

When did Feudalism begin?

• Early Middle Ages

• High Middle Ages

• Late Middle Ages

• Renaissance

Which countries underwent centralization and became nation-states?

• Germany

• England

• France

• Italy

• Scotland

Why does feudalism begin in Europe?

• Aristocrats wanted to protect their status and possessions.

• Farmers wanted to protect their status and possessions.

• Aristocrats wanted to rebuild the Carolingian Empire.

• Leaders wanted to create a democracy.

What three groups invaded or attacked Western Europe after the fall of the Roman Empire causing the development of feudalism?

• Muslims

• Magyars

• Vikings

• Greeks

• Germans

Where did feudalism begin?

• France

• Germany

• Spain

• England

What does a Lord offer his vassal?

• Vassalage

• Respect

• Relief

• Justice

• Fief

What does a Vassal offer his Lord?

• Vassalage

• Respect

• Relief

• Justice

• Counsel

What primary concerns do Feudalism and Nation-States share?

• People and Land

• People and Cities

• People and Trade

• People and Religion

How does feudalism begin to centralize?

• Political power becomes controlled by only a few people through strong feudal relationships and the building of powerful armies.

• Political power becomes controlled by many people through weak feudal relationships.

• The Magna Carta causes political power to be shared by all.

• Knights swear to only serve the king.