Middle Ages part 1

What event marks the beginning of the Middle Ages?

• The fall of the Eastern Roman Empire

• The fall of the Western Roman Empire

• The Battle of Tours

• The crowning of Charlemagne

Who was the Frankish leader that defeated the Islamic Empire at the Battle of Tours?

• Charlemagne

• King Pepin

• Charles Martel

• Louis the Pious

What title was given to Charlemagne by the Pope in 800 CE?

• King of the Franks

• Holy Roman Emperor

• Roman Emperor

• Emperor of Europe

What was one of Charlemagne's major goals during his reign?

• To conquer the Eastern Roman Empire

• To spread Christianity

• To establish a new language

• To abolish feudalism

What system developed in Europe as a result of the need for protection after Charlemagne's death?

• Democracy

• Feudalism

• Monarchy

• Capitalism

In the feudal system, what was a fief?

• A type of weapon

• A piece of land

• A religious title

• A form of currency

Who were the vassals in the feudal system?

• Kings

• Lords

• Knights

• Peasants

At what age did a boy become a squire in the process of becoming a knight?

• 7 years old

• 14 years old

• 18 years old

• 21 years old

What was the primary economic activity on a manor?

• Trade

• Farming

• Mining

• Craftsmanship

What did serfs provide to the lord in the manorial system?

• Military service

• Labor and food

• Religious services

• Legal advice