Understanding Feudalism and Its Roles

What was the main job of a serf in the feudal system?

• To fight in battles

• To farm the land

• To rule over a kingdom

• To write laws

Who was at the top of the feudal system?

• Knight

• Lord

• King

• Serf

Which group was responsible for protecting the lord’s land?

• Serfs

• Knights

• Kings

• Merchants

What did lords give to knights in exchange for their service?

• Money

• Land

• Food

• Castles

Which of the following best describes a serf’s freedom?

• Serfs could leave the land whenever they wanted

• Serfs were free to own land

• Serfs were tied to the land and could not leave without permission

• Serfs could become lords easily

Why did lords build castles on their land?

• To show off their wealth

• To protect themselves and the people living on their land

• To store food

• To hold parties

How did the relationship between a lord and a serf benefit both parties?

• The lord gave land to the serf, and the serf provided food and labor

• The serf gave land to the lord, and the lord provided food

• The lord and serf both fought in battles together

• The serf ruled over the lord

Which of the following is a duty of a knight in the feudal system?

• Collecting taxes from serfs

• Defending the lord’s land and people

• Making laws for the kingdom

• Farming the land

What would likely happen if a serf refused to work for the lord?

• The serf would become a knight

• The serf could be punished or forced to leave the land

• The serf would be given more land

• The serf would become the new lord

Why was loyalty important in the feudal system?

• It helped kings collect taxes

• It kept the system working by making sure everyone did their job

• It allowed serfs to travel freely

• It made farming easier