5 Questions
Feudalism was the dominant social system in Europe in which the nobility held lands from the Crown in exchange for military service. Who were the vassals in this system?
The nobles
After the fall of the Roman Empire, Europe adopted feudalism primarily to ensure what?
Military protection
Who was Charlemagne and what was one of his notable characteristics?
A great warrior
What did the peasants (villeins or serfs) owe their lord in exchange for living on his land?
Labor and produce
What was one of the reasons Europe fell to feudalism after the fall of the Roman Empire?
To maintain social stability and safety
Test your knowledge on feudalism in Europe and explore its social and economic structure. Learn about the roles of nobility, vassals, and peasants, as well as the reasons behind the decline of feudalism in Europe.
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