Quiz on Knights and Armor

What was the main purpose of a knight’s armor?

• To make the knight look more important

• To protect the knight during battle

• To keep the knight warm

• To help the knight move faster

Which part of a knight's armor protected the knight's head?

• Gauntlet

• Shield

• Helmet

• Breastplate

What is one challenge a knight might face while wearing full armor?

• The armor was lightweight and easy to move in

• The armor could get very hot and heavy

• The armor made them invisible

• The armor increased their speed

What was the role of the shield in a knight's battle gear?

• It was only used to identify the knight

• It protected the knight’s chest

• It was used for both defense and as a weapon

• It made the knight look more important

The code of chivalry required knights to be brave and courteous. Which of the following is an example of being courteous?

• Running away from a battle

• Protecting people who are weaker

• Ignoring the rules of combat

• Keeping their armor shiny

What part of the armor protected a knight’s hands and allowed him to grip his weapons?

• Sabaton

• Gauntlet

What is a halberd?

• A long metal shoe

• A type of sword

• A weapon with an ax and hook

• A piece of chest armor

Why did knights follow the code of chivalry?

• To win more battles

• To prove they were the strongest warriors

• To show bravery, loyalty, and respect

• To make themselves famous

What is one way that knights’ armor began to change around the 1400s?

• Knights started wearing lighter armor

• Knights stopped using shields

• Knights wore more metal armor

• Knights stopped following chivalry

Which of the following is TRUE about medieval knights?

• Knights avoided using weapons in battle

• Knights trained to ride horses and fight

• Knights refused to wear any armor

• Knights did not follow any rules or codes