Understanding the Manor System

The video tutorial explains the manor system, a key topic in medieval farming. It covers the essential components such as the manor house, mill, bake house, and church, highlighting their roles and functions. The tutorial also delves into farming practices, including crop rotation and the role of peasants. Additionally, it discusses livestock management and shared resources like pastures. The video concludes with a challenge to recreate the manor diagram, emphasizing the complexity and interconnectedness of the manor system.

What is a key feature of the manor system that provides fresh water and power?

• A lake

• A mountain

• A well

• A river

Where do the noble lord and lady reside within the manor system?

• In the mill

• In the bake house

• In the manor house

• In the blacksmith's shop

What is the purpose of the mill in the manor system?

• To store tools

• To house the lord

• To generate power

• To bake bread

What is the function of the fallow field in the three-field rotation system?

• To grow barley

• To grow wheat

• To rest and recuperate

• To house livestock

Who is responsible for farming in the manor system?

• The miller

• The blacksmith

• The noble lord

• The peasants

How many peasant huts are mentioned in the manor system?

• Four

• Six

• Eight

• Ten

What type of livestock is commonly found in the manor's common pasture?

• Sheep

• Chickens

• Cows

• Pigs

What is found in the forest of the manor system?

• A river

• A mill

• A church

• Five trees

What type of trees are found in the manor's orchard?

• Cherry trees

• Pear trees

• Apple trees

• Orange trees

What challenge is mentioned regarding recreating the manor system?

• No skilled workers

• Complexity of the system

• Lack of resources

• Insufficient land