Chapter 13 - The Medieval Ages

World History Test The Middle Ages What started the Middle Ages? 

The fall of the Roman Empire

Why did learning decline during this time period?

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Invaders could not read or write and they didn’t understand Latin

What is the Feudal system based on? 

A system of mutual obligations

How would you best describe the noble women of the Middle Ages?   

Inferior to most people Limited role Lack social, political and economic rights

What is a synonym for Serf? 

peasants

What is a Fief? 

A land grant from the lord

What is a tithe? How much of your income should it be? Who do you give your tithe too?   

A church tax 10% To the church

Who was the Feudal contract usually between? 

A lord and his lesser lord

How would you define/ Describe a Medieval Serf?  

They can’t be bought or sold like slaves They are bound to the land so they can’t leave the lord’s estate

Define the Medieval Manor. 

A self-sufficient community

Describe the tournament. 

A mock battle

What would knights exchange military service for? 

land

According to the code of chivalry, a knight fought for what three people?   

His lord His heavenly lord His lady

What is a Troubadour? 

A poet - musician

Who were the lowest ranking members of the clergy? 

The priests

What is a sacrament? 

An important religious ceremony done in a church

Define Canon Law. 

Church laws

Define Lay Investiture.

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The appointing of church officials by the king

Feudalism is based on a system of mutual obligations. Pick two different classes in the feudal society and describe the mutual obligation between them.

Explain two similarities and two differences between noble women and peasant women. Similarities: Both held the “woman’s role” Both had no political or economic rights Both held little property

Differences: N – had limited power when her husband was away P – had no power N- had formal training (education) P – had no formal training (trained by mom) N – got land from her husband P – can’t own land N – works only in the home P – endless hours of work in the home and the field