Medieval Europe Quiz

Which group invaded Europe from Scandinavia?

• Magyars

• Muslims

• Vikings

• Romans

What caused the development of feudalism in Europe?

• Strong kings controlling all land

• Invasions and lack of protection

• Growth of cities and trade

• Religious conflicts

Why were monasteries common targets for Viking raids?

• They were heavily guarded

• They were wealthy and unprotected

• They were located in cities

• They had large armies

What was a vassal?

• A king’s enemy

• A peasant who farmed land

• A lord who received land in exchange for loyalty

• A religious leader

What is a fief?

• A type of weapon

• A code of conduct

• Land given in exchange for service

• A type of castle

What did vassals give to their lords in return for land?

• Gold only

• Military service and loyalty

• Food only

• Religious support

What was the main job of knights?

• Farming

• Trading

• Fighting and protecting land

• Teaching

What is chivalry?

• A type of armor

• A code of behavior for knights

• A farming system

• A castle design

What was the center of the medieval economy?

• City markets

• Trade routes

• The manor

• The church

What is a serf?

• A free farmer

• A soldier

• A peasant tied to the land

• A noble