Unit 2- Feudalistic Europe

Why did Europeans in the Middle Ages turn towards feudalism?

• It offered the people protection and stability.

• It was forced upon them by the traders along the Silk Road.

• The feudal system was similar to the Romans' government.

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

Which institution was very powerful during the Middle Ages?

• Catholic Church

• King

• Schools

What system does the picture represent?

• feudalism

• caste system

• Egyptian society

The time period between the 400s to the 1400s is known as

• the Middle Ages

• Roman Empire

What was the impact of the printing press?

• it allowed books to be more accessible to everyone

• it gave access to only the wealthy

• it had no impact

All of the following were characteristics or contributions of Catholic monks and nuns in Europe during the Middle Ages except:

• Provided schools and hospitals

• Served as leaders in the cities and towns

• Translated ancient texts into Latin

• Lived in isolated communitities

• dedicated their lives to prayer and religious thought

Which of the following were improvements in farming and agriculture during the Middle Ages. (Select all that apply)

• Heavy Wheeled Plow

• Horse Collar

• Crop Rotation

• Terrace Farming

• Wind/Water Power

Lords provided land use and ______________________ to peasants

• communities

• protection

• military service

• population

Lords gave land to their vassals in exchange for ______________

• Christianity

• protection

• communities

• military service

Economies saw major _______________ as a result of increased trade and technological advances

• manor

• population

• Peasants

• growth