Medieval Times Vocab Quiz

Define the following vocabulary word in detail: Charter.

• A legal document giving certain rights to a person or company

• A digital certificate for website authentication

• A formal permission granted by a monarch

Who was King Arthur?

• A legendary British king who was the true king of Camelot. Young and honorable.

• The current King of England in 2024.

• The name of a famous castle in England.

Define the following vocabulary word in detail: Pilgrimage.

• A journey to a place of particular interest or significance.

• A type of bird found in tropical regions.

• A traditional dish in Eastern European cuisine.

Define the following vocabulary word in detail: Epic.

• A long narrative poem about heroic deeds

• A brief, humorous poem

• A modern novel with complex plot

Define the following vocabulary word in detail: Fief.

• A piece of land granted by a lord to a vassal in exchange for loyalty and service

• A type of medieval castle

• A historical document giving the King power

Define the following vocabulary word in detail: Guild.

• A marketplace where goods are traded

• A medieval organization of crafts workers or trades people

• A group of adventurers in a fantasy setting

Who was Joan of Arc?

• A French heroine and military leader inspired by religious visions to organize French resistance.

• A Roman empress from the 1st century

• A fictional character from a modern day novel

Define the following vocabulary word in detail: Bishop.

• A church official who leads a large group of Christians in a particular region

• A type of ancient coin used in medieval Europe

• A ceremonial title in various historical societies

Define the following vocabulary word in detail: Cathedral.

• A large, important church which is the central place for a diocese.

• A public gathering place for the community, not necessarily religious.

• A historical monument with no religious significance.

Define the following vocabulary word in detail: Charlemagne.

• A famous French painter known for his impressionist works.

• A type of ancient currency used in Europe.

• 800 AD crowned by the Pope as the head of the Holy Roman Empire.