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Which of the following best describes feudalism in Europe?
Which of the following best describes feudalism in Europe?
- A system in which peasants were the dominant social class
- A system in which the nobility held lands from the Crown in exchange for military service (correct)
- A system in which the Crown held lands from the nobility
- A system in which vassals were tenants of the peasants
Why did Europe fall to feudalism after the fall of the Roman Empire?
Why did Europe fall to feudalism after the fall of the Roman Empire?
- To promote religious freedom
- To establish a democratic government
- To increase trade and commerce
- To provide economic and social stability and safety (correct)
Who were the vassals in the feudal system?
Who were the vassals in the feudal system?
- The nobility (correct)
- The peasants
- The serfs
- The Crown
What were the obligations of the peasants in the feudal system?
What were the obligations of the peasants in the feudal system?
What were Charlemagne's biggest contributions to his kingdom?
What were Charlemagne's biggest contributions to his kingdom?