WorksheetsMiddle Ages Europe
Total questions: 49
Worksheet time: 54mins
Feudalism is:
a system based on loyalty that includes the exchange of land, food and protection
a self-sufficient estate ruled by a lord that includes villages and farmland
an area of conquered lands ruled by one supreme leader
a form of government ruled by a Roman emperor
The manor system is:
a system based on loyalty that includes the exchange of land, food and protection
a self-sufficient estate ruled by a lord that includes villages and farmland
an area of conquered lands ruled by one supreme leader
a form of government ruled by a Roman emperor
The feudal system's social structure (the ranking of social classes) can be described as:
hierarchy
power system
norms and values
loyalty
Feudalism was based on what idea:
cultural diffusion
loyalty
The Church
the manor system
Why is it important to understand different perspectives when studying historical events?
to choose the best side
to weigh the pros and cons of each decision
to understand all sides of the story
to get the right answers on the test
The top of the feudalistic pyramid
King
Nobles
Knights
Lords
Protected the kingdom
Kings
Nobles
Knights
Serfs
Were second in the feudalistic triangle
Kings
Nobles
Knights
Peasants
Worked for the knights on their fiefs
Kings
Nobles
Knights
Serfs
Smaller parcel of land that was given to others in return for their services
Fief
Manor
Was the predominate christian religion in the middle ages
Hinduism
Roman Catholic
Eastern Orthodox
Islam
Was the main leader of the Catholic Church
Pope
Cardinal
Priest
Monk
Excommunicate
Kick out of the church/heaven
Could not pray
Could not attend church
Punishment for Hersey
Water Board
Excommunicate
Chinese Water Torture
Catholic Church became corrupt
True
Fale
Which pope/king had a good relationship
Henry IV and Gregory VII
Leo III/ Henry IV
Leo III /Charlemagne
Charlemagne and Gregory VII
Catholic Church
Synagogue
Cathedral
Minnuret
Economic side of feudalism where the peasants/serfs work land in exchange for protection
Feudalism
Manor System
Fief
Treaty of Verdun
What was a major characteristic of the Middle Ages in Western Europe?
the manor system and the importance of land ownership
limited monarchies and strong central governments
decreased emphasis on religion in daily life
increased educational opportunities
What caused the growth of feudalism in Europe during the Middle Ages?
the rivalry between the ancient empires
the unification of European rulers
the decline of the Roman Catholic Church
the collapse of a strong central government
What characteristic of feudalism led to the development of European nation-states?
importance of land ownership and military protection
weakened monarchies throughout Europe
increased economic opportunities for serfs
increased rights of peasants in society
"Serfs were tied to the land"
What does the above statement mean?
serfs were not allowed to sell crops that they grew on the manor
serfs were not allowed to leave the manor without permission
serfs were not allowed to perform more than one job
serfs were not allowed to attend mass with the lord
In the Middle Ages, towns were centers of _________.
agriculture
feudalism
the manor system
trade
Who was forced to sign the Magna Carta?
King John
King Henry VIII
William the Conqueror
King Day
Which group belongs in 1?
Peasants/ Serfs
Nobles
Knights/Vassals
King
Which group belongs in 2?
Peasants/ Serfs
Nobles
Knights/Vassals
King
Which group belongs in 3?
Peasants/ Serfs
Nobles
Knights/Vassals
King
Which group belongs in 4?
Peasants/ Serfs
Nobles
Knights/Vassals
King
Which landform separates Europe from Asia?
Ural Mountains
Carpathian Mountains
Northwest Mountains
Black Forest
The Magna Carta reinforced the concept of
free trade.
religious freedom.
voting rights for all people.
a limited monarchy.
A system of trading protection for loyalty, which has come to be known as the:
civil service system.
feudal system.
caste system
draft system.
Primary religion of Middle Ages Europe
Judaism
Hinduism
Christianity
Islam
Which of the following best describes Charlemagne?
King who agreed to the articles of the Magna Carta
Ruler who was crowned emperor of the Holy Roman Empire
Ruler who conquered and looted England and France
Leader of the Normans in northern France
What effect did the manor system have on cities and towns?
Many lords moved from manor houses into the cities.
People living in cities and towns received surplus crops for free.
Because there were crop surpluses, towns grew.
Manor houses were built close to town, causing overcrowding
How did feudalism contributed to the growth of nation-states?
The king’s power was limited.
The lord's armies fought to protect the kingdom
The peasants controlled the land.
It caused the serfs to revolt.
Which group was generally responsible for the preservation of learning and ancient literature?
Tradesmen and businessmen
Nobles and peasants
Priests and monks
Doctors and lawyers
How did feudalism affect the lives of the nobility?
Lords and knights were loyal to the monarch and provided protection.
Monarchs were not allowed to build their own manor houses.
The system elevated the serfs to a level equal to lords and knights.
The monarchs established guilds to help serfs work the lands.
A person who lived on and famed feudal land.
Noble
Vassal
Knight
Serf
The code for knights
Convent
Guild
Oath
Chivalry
What year was Charlemagne crowned Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire?
900
1200
899
800
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Because they produced their own food clothing and tools on the estate, we say that it was __________.
Self Sufficient
Self Reliable
Self Serf
Self Keeping
Self Help
What type of new farm technology helped produce food quicker?
Iron plow and horse harness
Axe
Tractor
Iron Shovel
