History Alive: Feudalism

Which of these is the result of the fall of Rome?

• the decline of Christianity

• the lack of central government

• an end to attacks by barbarians

• the growth of a strong economy

After the fall of Rome, what caused the rise of feudalism?

• development of farming

• expansion of freedoms

• rise in prosperity

• increase in attacks

Pope Leo III crowned Charlemagne in return for

• a gift of land.

• a noble title.

• a large supply of food.

• military support.

The Franks grew powerful because of their new style of war that used

• heavy wagons.

• knights on horseback.

• cannons and gunpowder,

• peasants who threw rocks.

For which achievement is Charlemagne most remembered?

• He declared war against England.

• He became the first Christian ruler.

• He united much of Europe.

• He taught his people to write.

What is a fief?

• a grant of land from a king to a lord

• a musical instrument played by court jesters

• a war horse

• someone who steals from the rich

Social class in the Middle Ages was determined mainly by

• birth.

• wealth.

• religion.

• education.

Pages and squires were boys in training to become

• kings.

• knights.

• teachers.

• landowners.

Suppose a knight is known for his chivalry. What does this suggest about him?

• He fought with great skill.

• He owned a famous manor.

• He traveled to many countries.

• He followed a code of behavior.

What is the lowest rank in Medieval European society?

• vassal

• serf

• page

• priest