CKLA U2 "Empires of the Middle Ages" Vocabulary Assessment #1

The word "transform" could relate to how Europe changed after the fall of the Roman Empire, with new kingdoms, castles, and institutions emerging.

• the word "transform" means: well-known for being bad

• the word "transform" means: highly regarded; admired

• the word "transform" means: to take

• the word "transform" means: to change something completely, usually in a positive way

Lords or knights often "seized" land and castles during battles in feudal Europe.

• the word "seize" means: competing

• the word "seize" means: to take

• the word "seize" means: money that is paid to free someone who was captured

• the word "seize" means: hoping to be or become something

Some historical figures, like certain kings or warriors, became "infamous" for their cruel acts, such as Genghis Khan.

• the word "infamous" means: well-known for being bad

• the word "infamous" means: to take

• the word "infamous" means: money that is paid to free someone who was captured

• the word "infamous" means: hoping to be or become something

"Looting" was common after battles, with soldiers taking valuables from towns they conquered.

• the word "loot" means: well-known for being bad

• the word "loot" means: highly regarded; admired

• the word "loot" means: to take

• the word "loot" means: to change something completely, usually in a positive way

Nobles and royalty in medieval society were "privileged," having more rights and opportunities than peasants or serfs.

• the word "privileged" means: well-known for being bad

• the word "privileged" means: highly regarded; admired

• the word "privileged" means: having more advantages, opportunities, or rights than most people

• the word "privilaged" means: to change something completely, usually in a positive way

"Rivals" often fought for control over territories, such as kings competing for power or knights for land.

• the word "rival" means: well-known for being bad

• the word "rival" means: to take

• the word "rival" means: hoping to be or become something

• the word "rival" means: competing

"Loyalty" was highly valued in feudal society, where vassals pledged to be loyal to their lords.

• the word "loyal" means: competing

• the word "loyal" means: to take

• the word "loyal" means: showing complete faithfulness and support

• the word "loyal" means: hoping to be or become something

"Esteemed" knights or leaders were highly regarded or admired for their bravery and contributions to their kingdoms.

• true

• false

"Influential" figures like Charlemagne or William the Conqueror, had the power to change or affect important things or people and had a significant impact on shaping medieval Europe.

• true

• false

It was common for captured knights or nobles to be released even if a "ransom" was NOT paid during medieval wars.

• true

• false