Understanding Medieval Europe: Feudalism and Manorialism

What were the two main systems that medieval European culture was based on?

• Monarchy and Oligarchy

• Capitalism and Socialism

• Democracy and Republic

• Feudalism and Manorialism

Who was at the top of the feudal system?

• Vassals

• Knights

• Kings and Queens

• Serfs

What was the land given to a vassal called?

• Estate

• Manor

• Fief

• Duchy

What role did knights play in the feudal system?

• They collected taxes

• They provided military service

• They worked the land

• They were serfs

What did the vassal promise in the feudal contract?

• Goods

• Money

• Loyalty

• Land

What was a manor in medieval times?

• A type of currency

• A large parcel of agricultural land

• A military fortress

• A religious institution

What defined the political power within the kingdom under manorialism?

• Religious influence

• Trade skills

• Land ownership

• Military strength

Who could become a Lord of the Manor?

• A vassal without land

• Any peasant

• A knight

• The wealthy aristocracy

How did peasants and serfs typically pay their taxes under manorialism?

• Through religious service

• By serving in the military

• Through labor and trade

• With gold

What was the main difference between feudalism and manorialism?

• Feudalism was a legal system, while manorialism was an economic system

• Feudalism was about land ownership, while manorialism was about military service

• Feudalism involved serfs, while manorialism involved knights

• Feudalism was a religious system, while manorialism was a political system