Medieval Times Quiz

What was one way kings collected money to rule their kingdoms?

• By forming alliances with peasants

• By selling their lands

• By going to war and taking from other kingdoms

• By relying solely on queens for funds

What was a common role of queens during the Middle Ages?

• They were sole rulers of their kingdoms

• They influenced the land but were not sole rulers

• They acted as tax collectors

• They led armies into battle

What was a fief?

• A weapon for knights

• A piece of land given to a lord by the king

• A tax system used by peasants

• A medieval term for a castle

What was the primary role of a Lady in medieval times?

• Leading armies into battle

• Managing the manor and having children

• Fighting alongside her husband

• Overseeing the education of knights

What was the Code of Chivalry?

• A set of laws to govern peasants

• A knight's code of behavior including bravery and loyalty

• A tax system used by the king

• A book of knightly weapon designs

Which weapon was NOT typically used by knights during the Middle Ages?

•  Battle-axe

• Lance  

• Cannon

• Two-handed sword

What was the difference between peasants and serfs?

• Peasants were richer than serfs

• Serfs were enslaved and could not marry without permission

• Peasants were knights in training

• Serfs owned land but peasants did not

Why did serfs work the land for their lords?

• They were paid a high wage

• They received education and freedom

• They were given a place to live in exchange for their labor

• They enjoyed farming as a lifestyle

According to the text, what was one characteristic of the Mongols?

• They avoided battles at all costs

• They showed no compassion after defeating enemies

• They preferred peace treaties over ambushes

• They used large, slow-moving horses

Why did Mongols create lightweight but impenetrable armor?

• To protect themselves while maintaining speed

• To use it as a status symbol

• To store weapons within it