Women in the Middle Ages

a code of ethics by which knights were supposed to act that stressed the proper treatment of women, royals, and the church.

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• chivalry

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What was the primary role of women in medieval European society?

• A) Warriors

• B) Homemakers

• C) Scholars

• D) Merchants

Which of the following was a common occupation for women in the Middle Ages?

• A) Blacksmith

• B) Weaver

• C) Knight

• D) Scribe

What was the name of the system that dictated the social and economic structure of medieval Europe, affecting women's roles?

• A) Capitalism

• B) Feudalism

• C) Socialism

• D) Monarchy

Which religious institution had significant influence over women's lives during the Middle Ages?

• A) The Catholic Church

• B) The Islamic Caliphate

• C) The Buddhist Monasteries

• D) The Hindu Temples

What was a common expectation for noblewomen in the Middle Ages regarding marriage?

• A) To marry for love

• B) To remain single

• C) To marry for political alliances

• D) To choose their own spouse

Which of the following was a notable female figure in the Middle Ages known for her leadership?

• A) Joan of Arc

• B) Cleopatra

• C) Queen Elizabeth I

• D) Marie Curie

What was the primary educational institution for women in the Middle Ages?

• A) Universities

• B) Convents

• C) Public Schools

• D) Guilds

Which of the following crafts was commonly associated with women in medieval towns?

• A) Carpentry

• B) Brewing

• C) Masonry

• D) Metalwork

What was the role of a 'chatelaine' in a medieval household?

• A) A female knight

• B) A household manager

• C) A religious leader

• D) A merchant