Middle Ages - Feudalism

In the 800s and 900s, which groups did NOT pose a significant threat to Western Europe?

• Romans
• Magyars
• Vikings

What were the Vikings particularly known for?

• Sudden raids on monasteries and villages
• Their artistic paintings
• Building pyramids

Where did the Magyars originally come from before moving to Europe?

• Central Asia
• Western Asia
• Northern Europe

Which title did Charlemagne hold?

• First king of the Holy Roman Empire
• Sultan of the Mediterranean
• King of the Norsemen

Who crowned Charlemagne as the “Holy Roman Emperor”?

• The Pope

• The king of England
• The patriarch of Constantinople

What did kings and lords grant in the feudal system?

• Fiefs (lands)
• Gold coins
• Citizenship

Why did serfs and peasants work the land for nobles in the Middle Ages?

• In exchange for protection and the right to live on and use the land
• For entertainment
• To pay off debts

During the Middle Ages, Europe was characterized by having:

• Many kingdoms with different languages and cultures
• One unified language and culture
• One strong emperor ruling the entire continent

Who was seen as the true leader of all Christians in medieval Europe?

• The Pope
• The strongest king
• The patriarch

What risk did individuals face if they challenged the Church's teachings during the Middle Ages?

• Excommunication
• Being crowned as a king
• Being given more lands and riches