Medieval History Quiz

What three kingdoms were the result of the Charlemagne's death?

• East Frankish Kingdom

• West Frankish Kingdom

• North Frankish Kingdom

• Middle Kingdom

• South Kingdom

Please select all of the characteristics that apply to the Vikings.

• Great warriors

• Great Shipbuilders

• Very nomadic due to their hostile environment

• Loved adventure

• Isolated themselves in Scandinavia

Why did most people fear that the Carolingian Empire(government) could not protect them?(This caused many people to turn to their local nobles for protection)

• Feared that Islam was going to expand into Europe

• Due to the Seljuk Turks expanding their political power

• Due to the Vikings' invasions

• All of the above

When did the Vikings invade Europe?

• 7th and 8th century

• 9th and 10th century

• 11th and 12th century

• 5-8th century

Who dominated warfare in Europe for over 500 years?

• Vikings

• Nobles

• Nomads

• Knights

What are some examples of the ideals of chivalry in Medieval times?

• Defend the Church and defenseless

• Treat honored guest like prisoners

• Treat captives as honored guests

• Treat women with respect

What were the roles of the "Lady of the Castle"?

• Manage the Estate

• Oversee Food Supply

• Take care of financial accounts

• Defend the Castle

Why was land the best gift a lord could give a vassal?

A man who served the lord in a military capacity

• Vassal

• Feudalism

• Fief

Nobles offered protection and land for military service

• Vassal

• Feudalism

• Fief