GH 2: Unit 1

When did the Early Middle Ages take place?

• 1st to 5th centuries

• 5th to 10th centuries

• 10th to 15th centuries

• 15th to 20th centuries

What was feudalism?

• A system where kings held all power and land

• A system where lords gave land in exchange for military service

• A religious system governed by the Church

• A system of trade between cities

What is a vassal in the feudal system?

• A person who serves in the church

• A noble who receives land from a lord

• A merchant who trades in villages

• A farmer who owns no land

Which of the following best describes a fief?

• A piece of land given to a vassal

• A religious artifact

• A weapon used by knights

• A place for trade

Which group held the most power in the feudal system?

• Peasants

• Merchants

• Lords

• Craftsmen

Who was at the top of the feudal hierarchy?

• The king

• The vassals

• The knights

• The merchants

What was the primary responsibility of a knight in feudal society?

• Trade goods

• Fight in battles

• Lead religious ceremonies

• Collect taxes

What was the main economic activity of peasants?

• Farming

• Trading

• Crafting

• Fighting

What role did the Catholic Church play during the Early Middle Ages?

• It controlled all the land

• It was the main religious authority and helped unify people

• It primarily focused on trade

• It had no influence on medieval society

Which of the following was NOT a role of the Church during the Early Middle Ages?

• Providing education

• Collecting taxes

• Organizing military defense

• Offering spiritual guidance