Life in a Medieval Village

Where did the majority of people live during the Middle Ages?

• Urban cities

• Large towns

• Rural villages

• Castles

What was the domain of the peasant in a medieval village?

• Tavern

• Church

• Manor

• Fields

What was the most common villager in a medieval village?

• Knight

• Surf

• Lord

• Slave

What were the village fields used for if they weren't fit for growing crops?

• Grazing animals

• Building houses

• Hunting wild animals

• Growing flowers

What was a common meal for medieval villagers?

• Steak and potatoes

• Bread and pottage

• Pizza and pasta

• Sushi and sashimi

What was the main religion followed by villagers in medieval times?

• Protestantism

• Catholicism

• Judaism

• Islam

What determined the necessary work for villagers in a medieval village?

• The day of the week

• The time of year

• The availability of resources

• The lord's command