Feudalism and Medieval Europe Quiz

What was the system of government called that developed in Western Europe after Charlemagne's empire was divided?

• Democracy

• Feudalism

• Monarchy

• Communism

Under feudalism, who held the land in return for their loyalty?

• Kings

• Lords

• Vassals

• Peasants

What did lords give vassals in exchange for their loyalty?

• Money

• Land

• Titles

• Freedom

What was the large estate called that included farm fields, pastures, and often an entire village?

• Castle

• Manor

• Kingdom

• Estate

What was the role of vassals in the feudal system?

• To rule over the land

• To fight for their lord

• To collect taxes

• To make laws

Where did the Vikings travel to beyond Europe?

• South America

• Asia

• North America

• Australia

Why did manors have to be self-sufficient?

• They were located in the middle of towns.

• They were far from towns, villages, and other manors.

• They had abundant resources from nearby cities.

• They relied on trade with neighboring manors.

What role did noblewomen play in medieval society?

• They were primarily warriors.

• They managed the household and supervised servants.

• They worked as farmers and laborers.

• They were responsible for trading goods.

What was the primary occupation of peasants in medieval Europe?

• Merchants

• Knights

• Farmers and laborers

• Artisans

What did peasants have to do with the harvest they produced?

• Keep all of it for themselves

• Sell it in the market

• Give part of it to their lord

• Trade it with other peasants