Medieval Period: Women, Widows, and Children

Who ruled society during the Middle Ages?

Wealthy and powerful nobles, such as kings and lords, ruled society during this time.

What was the main form of payment for peasants renting land from lesser nobles?

Peasants gave the lord crops or livestock as well as worked in the lord’s fields a few days a week.

What was the daily life of nobles and peasants like during the Middle Ages?

The daily lives of nobles and peasants during the Middle Ages differed from daily life today.

Who had nearly total authority within the fief he owned during the Medieval Period?

The Lord had nearly total authority within the fief he owned during the Medieval Period. Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of withholding tithes from the church in medieval times?

Punishment, sometimes with your life Signup and view all the answers

Why did village priests read the Bible to the common people in medieval times?

Because the common people could not read or write Signup and view all the answers

What role did carvings and stained glass windows play in medieval churches and chapels?

To illustrate important biblical lessons Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of building chapels by castle owners in medieval times?

For use as private family churches Signup and view all the answers

What were the primary responsibilities of women in the Medieval Period?

To have children, take care of the household, and be responsible for the upbringing of children. Signup and view all the answers

What were the limited options for the future of women in the Middle Ages?

They could either choose to marry or become a nun. Signup and view all the answers

What were the expectations placed on noblewomen in the Middle Ages?

To be prudent, loving, wise, love and honor their husband at all times, and humble themselves to him in word and deed. Signup and view all the answers

How did social mobility work for lower born individuals in the medieval world?

It was possible for lower born individuals to move up through the ranks, such as from squire to knight, as long as they had the money to equip themselves. Signup and view all the answers

What forms of entertainment were popular among medieval children?

Toys, hobbyhorses, puppets, and chess Signup and view all the answers

At what age did boys begin to study to become knights in the Medieval Period?

Seven Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of girls in the Medieval Period in terms of education and household management?

Girls learned how to manage the household and behave like a lady, and did not have formal lessons. Signup and view all the answers

What institution was the most important in medieval life and exerted influence over various aspects of the village?

The Catholic Church Signup and view all the answers