Topic 11 Lesson 7 Culture and the Church

What was the primary role of the Church in medieval society?

• To collect taxes for the king

• To provide spiritual guidance and education

• To lead military campaigns

• To trade goods with other countries

How did the Church influence feudalism in medieval times?

• By abolishing the feudal system

• By owning land and having vassals

• By creating new kingdoms

• By building castles

Which of the following was a common feature of art in medieval churches?

• Abstract paintings

• Stained glass windows

• Modern sculptures

• Digital art

What was the purpose of gargoyles on medieval churches?

• To scare away evil spirits

• To serve as water spouts

• To decorate the interior

• To symbolize wealth

Who was responsible for copying and preserving ancient texts in medieval times?

• Knights

• Monks

• Merchants

• Farmers

What was the relationship between the Church and education in medieval times?

• The Church discouraged education

• The Church established schools and universities

• The Church only educated the nobility

• The Church focused solely on religious education

Which of the following was a significant architectural feature of medieval churches?

• Skyscrapers

• Flying buttresses

• Glass domes

• Steel beams

What was the role of cathedrals in medieval towns?

• They were used as marketplaces

• They served as centers of worship and community gatherings

• They were military fortresses

• They were royal palaces

How did the Church contribute to the arts during medieval times?

• By funding artists and commissioning works

• By banning all forms of art

• By focusing only on music

• By creating art competitions

What was the significance of illuminated manuscripts in medieval times?

• They were used as currency

• They were decorative books with elaborate designs

• They were maps for explorers

• They were scientific journals