Middle Ages Daily Life Quiz

What was the primary occupation of people living in the countryside during the Middle Ages?

• Craftsmen

• Farmers

• Lawyers

• Merchants

In medieval cities, what was a common way for young boys to learn a craft?

• Becoming an apprentice

• Joining the military

• Working as a servant

• Attending university

What type of clothing material was restricted to nobles by sumptuary laws?

• Heavy wool

• Linen

• Cotton

• Silk

Which institution was responsible for running some of the schools during the Middle Ages?

• The monarchy

• The merchants

• The local guild

• The church

At what age were noble girls often married during the Middle Ages?

• 10 years old

• 12 years old

• 16 years old

• 14 years old