Questions and Answers
Feudalism evolved in response to invasions by Vikings, Muslims, and Magyars.
True
During feudal times, peace reigned and warfare was an uncommon event.
False
Tournaments between knights began as ceremonial contests filled with ritual and little danger.
False
Noblewomen led sheltered lives and were not allowed to leave their castles or become involved in the running of the estate.
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The code of chivalry called for brave conduct and raised women to a new status.
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Serfs were bound to the land and could be bought and sold like slaves.
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Children's duties during the feudal ages were limited.
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What is a lesser lord called?
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What is an estate called?
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What is a mounted warrior called?
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What is the code of conduct adopted by knights called?
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What is a wandering poet known as?
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What is the lord's estate called?
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Who are peasants bound to the land and required to work for their lord?
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What is the loosely organized system of rule in which powerful local lords divided their land among lesser lords called?
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What is the exchange of pledges between a lord and a vassal called?
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What does the term 'fealty' refer to?
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What was a way of life during feudalism?
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Study Notes
Feudalism Overview
- Evolved due to invasions from Vikings, Muslims, and Magyars.
- Characterized by a loosely organized system of rule with powerful local lords distributing land to lesser lords.
Warfare and Peace
- Constant battles and conflicts marked feudal times, with warfare being a way of life.
- Tournaments transitioned from real, dangerous competitions to more ceremonial and ritualized events.
Roles of Noblewomen
- Contrary to popular belief, noblewomen managed estates, supervised vassals, performed agricultural and medical tasks, and sometimes engaged in warfare.
Chivalry and Conduct
- The code of chivalry emphasized bravery and elevated women's status within society, promoting ideals of loyalty, fairness, and generosity among knights.
Serfs and Labor
- Serfs, unlike slaves, could not be bought or sold; they were bound to the land and had obligations to their lords.
- Children contributed to farm labor by helping with planting, weeding, and caring for animals, contradicting the belief that their duties were limited.
Key Terms
- Vassal: A lesser lord within the feudal system.
- Fief: An estate granted to a vassal by a lord.
- Knight: A mounted warrior serving a lord.
- Chivalry: A code of conduct for knights emphasizing noble behavior.
- Troubadour: A wandering poet who often composed songs about chivalry and courtly love.
- Manor: The lord's estate, which was the economic and social center of feudal life.
- Serf: A peasant bound to the land with obligations to the lord.
- Feudal Contract: A formal exchange of pledges between a lord and a vassal.
- Fealty: The allegiance a vassal owes to their king.
- Warfare: A significant aspect of feudal society, integral to survival and land disputes.
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