Feudalism

What did knights receive for a pledge of loyalty?

• sword

• a fief (land & title)

• a holy relic

• an indulgence

What was manorialism?

• a knight code of honor

• a feudalism economic system

• social structure of feudalism

• jobs done by groups of Christian monks

What does this reveal about the feudal system?

• based on educational achievement

• based on Protestant or Catholic faith

• based on social advancement

• based on social class structure

What brought stability to Europe after Rome fell?

• election of government officials

• development of the feudal system

• development of the caste system

• creation of well-structured cities

What caused the growth of feudalism in the Middle Ages?

• rivalry between ancient empires

• unification of European rulers

• decline of Roman Catholic Church

• collapse of strong central government

Under the manorial system, who did most of the work on the lord's land?

• king

• knight

• lord

• peasants

Which is the most accurate description of a vassal?

• one who buys land from the government

• one who has a person working for him

• one who is the leader of the manor and gives away land

• one who is obligated to another for land received

How did feudalism create nation-states in Europe?

• changed the economy to be based on trade

• weakened power of the Roman Catholic Church

• strengthened the king's army and centralized power

• did not make an impact on Europe

Why did Europeans turn toward feudalism?

• offered people protection and stability

• it was forced on them by traders on the Silk Road

• feudalism was similar to Roman government

• Pope told them to do it or they would not go to heaven

Which of the following could be vassals under the feudal system? (all that apply)

• king

• lord/noble

• knight

• samurai