45 Questions
What were the consequences if the vassal failed to live up to their obligations?
They would have to surrender their fiefdom.
What did the Normans establish in the northern coast of France?
Kingdoms and a system of government and rule called the Feudal System.
Who were the Normans descended from?
The Norsemen or the Northern men of Europe.
What were the rules against fighting during certain times?
No fighting from Friday through Sunday, from Thursday through Sunday of Holy Week (Easter), and on certain holy days.
What were the three key components of the Feudal System?
Land ownership, loyalty to the king, and support of religious leaders.
What were the Normans known for?
Being reckless and daring warriors who aligned themselves with successful kings.
What did the Lords or Barons pledge to the King in return for land?
Their loyalty and wealth.
Who owned all the land in the Feudal System?
The King.
What role did the church play in feudalism?
Church leaders preached to the people to obey and work for the King in return for land and gold.
Who was the last person to successfully invade Britain?
William the Conqueror.
What was the outcome of the Battle of Hastings in 1066 AD?
William defeated King Godwinson
How many soldiers are believed to have participated in the Battle of Hastings?
over 17,000
How many soldiers did William bring with him to England?
close to 10,000
How long did it take William to build, supply, and train his invasion force?
nine months
What is the Bayeux tapestry?
a 230 foot long, hand embroidered tapestry
What does the Bayeux tapestry depict?
the events of the Battle of Hastings
When was the Bayeux tapestry commissioned or created?
shortly after the battle
What does the Bayeux tapestry serve as?
an early historical record
Who is a direct descendant of William the Conqueror?
Queen Elizabeth II
Who does the Bayeux tapestry favor in terms of the version of events?
the Normans
What is feudalism?
Feudalism is a social and economic system where people exchange their labor and service for protection and resources from a higher-ranking individual.
Why did people in medieval Europe turn to feudalism?
People turned to feudalism in medieval Europe because they sought protection from the threats of violence and instability.
How did feudalism provide protection for the people?
Feudalism provided protection by establishing a hierarchical system where individuals exchanged their loyalty and service for the protection of a higher-ranking lord.
What role did the lord play in the feudal system?
The lord was the higher-ranking individual who provided protection, land, and resources to the vassals in exchange for their loyalty and service.
Who were the vassals in the feudal system?
The vassals were individuals who sought protection and resources from a higher-ranking lord, and in return, they pledged their loyalty and service to the lord.
What was the relationship between the king and the nobles in feudalism?
In feudalism, the nobles were vassals of the king, which means they pledged their loyalty and service to the king in exchange for land and resources.
What did the nobles receive from the king?
The nobles received land, known as a fiefdom, from the king in exchange for their loyalty and service.
What was the role of the peasant in the feudal system?
The peasant was the vassal of the nobleman, and their role was to provide labor and service to the nobleman in exchange for protection and resources.
Was the king able to give orders to the peasant directly?
No, the king did not have direct authority over the peasant. The peasant served the nobleman, who was the intermediary between the king and the peasant.
What was the main purpose of feudalism in medieval Europe?
The main purpose of feudalism was to establish a system of protection and mutual obligations between individuals of different social ranks.
Who was the victor in the Battle of Hastings in 1066 AD?
William the Conqueror
How long is the Bayeux tapestry?
200 feet
What was the purpose of the Bayeux tapestry?
To document the Norman version of events
Who replaced the Saxon rulers in England after the Battle of Hastings?
The Normans
Who is a direct descendant of William the Conqueror?
Queen Elizabeth II
What was the main purpose of the Feudal System in medieval Europe?
To extract wealth and resources from the land
What role did the church play in feudalism?
Preaching obedience to the King
What was the role of the mounted knight in medieval warfare?
To be a heavily armored soldier and horse that could charge onto a battlefield and decimate an opposing army
What did the Normans establish on the northern coast of France?
A settlement called Normandy
Who was the last person to successfully invade Britain?
The Normans
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the vassal and the lord in the feudal system?
The vassal was the lord's servant and received protection in return
What was the role of the nobleman in the feudal system?
The nobleman was a vassal to the king and had authority over the peasants
What was the main purpose of feudalism in medieval Europe?
To provide protection and security for the people
What would happen to trade in an area under feudalism?
Trade would be limited as goods could not easily be transported
What did the people in the feudal system have to do since they could not access outside goods?
They had to learn to make their own goods
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