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What event marked the end of the Western Roman Empire?

  • Fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD (correct)
  • Division by Emperor Theodosius I
  • Fall of Constantinople
  • Germanic invasions

Which social change began to emerge around the year 1000 during the High Middle Ages?

  • Emergence of the bourgeoisie (correct)
  • Strengthening of the church's power
  • Rise of the feudal system
  • Decline of rural economies

What characterized the Low Middle Ages in Europe?

  • Increase in agricultural society's emphasis
  • Growth of urban centers and flourishing economy (correct)
  • Demographic decline and economic stagnation
  • Insecurity and violence from Viking invasions

What major disease outbreak caused social and economic conflicts in the 14th century?

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What role did the Church play during the Middle Ages?

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What was one consequence of the Germanic invasions during the High Middle Ages?

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During which time frame did the Low Middle Ages occur?

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What factor contributed to political and territorial instability during the Middle Ages?

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What was one purpose of practicing ringen?

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Which of the following figures is known for writing about ringen techniques?

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What was the primary focus of the initial training phase for a young nobleman aspiring to be a knight?

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What is the main objective in schwingen wrestling?

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What responsibilities did a squire have while serving under a knight?

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At what age did a young nobleman typically achieve knighthood?

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What attire do participants wear in schwingen wrestling?

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What tradition is Cumberland and Westmoland wrestling believed to be derived from?

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What was the primary purpose of the passage of arms?

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Which of the following qualities was NOT synonymous with medieval knights?

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How do wrestlers start a match in Scottish Backhold wrestling?

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What is the significance of the Laws of the Seven Partidas in the context of chivalry?

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What was required for trials by combat to take place?

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Which term refers to the variant of ringen practiced on horseback?

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How did the number of opponents in the passage of arms get determined?

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What activity was a knight required to perform the night before the investiture ceremony?

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Which social group did knights primarily protect as part of their role?

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What major change occurred with the practice of dueling by the 16th century?

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What is the common size of the sawdust ring used in schwingen?

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Which of the following was NOT a technique used in Ringen?

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Which phase of training involved learning fighting, running, jumping, and fencing?

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In which historical period did Ringen originate and develop?

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What was a common characteristic of trials by combat?

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What brought about the decline of Ringen by the 17th century?

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What was the objective of the game 'ferir la pelota'?

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Which social groups participated in the game 'ferir la pelota'?

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What was a distinctive feature of the Jeu de Paume court design?

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What was the original method of playing Jeu de Paume?

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How did the regulations against the Jeu de Paume reflect its popularity?

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What did the evolution of the play equipment in Jeu de Paume signify?

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What was the indication regarding the ball in Jeu de Paume?

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What evidence shows that the Jeu de Paume achieved equal popularity across all social classes?

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What was the primary reason the provost of Paris forbade peasants from playing the jeu de paume in 1397?

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During which period did nobles begin to adopt the jeu de paume as a sport?

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What was a key characteristic of the soule ball game as described?

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Which factor contributed to chess being banned in some European courts?

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What significant contribution did Alfonso X make to the game of chess?

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What was the original context of bullfighting in the Iberian Peninsula?

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How was the bride's dress symbolically involved in the bullfighting ritual?

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What regulation aspect is highlighted in the Siete Partidas concerning bullfighting?

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Flashcards

Middle Ages

A period in European history that lasted approximately 1,000 years, beginning in the 5th century and ending in the 15th century, characterized by the fall of the Roman Empire and the rise of new nation-states.

Division of the Roman Empire

The division of the Roman Empire into the Western Roman Empire and the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine Empire) in 395 AD by Emperor Theodosius I.

Fall of the Western Roman Empire

The fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD, marking the end of classical Roman authority in Western Europe.

Early Middle Ages (5th-10th centuries)

The period between the 5th and 10th centuries in the Middle Ages, marked by instability, violence, and Germanic invasions, resulting in the decline of Roman institutions.

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Late Middle Ages (11th-15th centuries)

The period between the 11th and 15th centuries in the Middle Ages, characterized by increasing security, population growth, and the rise of new social classes, leading to the growth of cities and trade.

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Feudalism

A system of social and economic organization prevalent during the Middle Ages, based on land ownership and military service, where vassals pledged loyalty to lords in exchange for land and protection.

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Bourgeoisie

A new social class that emerged during the Late Middle Ages, consisting of merchants, artisans, and traders, who lived in towns and cities and played a crucial role in the economic development of Europe.

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Black Death (1348 AD)

A pandemic that devastated Europe in the 14th century, causing widespread death and social upheaval. It significantly impacted the economic and social structures of the Middle Ages.

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Passage of Arms

A medieval custom where a knight would challenge other knights to duels at a bridge or crossroads, often for courtship purposes.

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Trial by Combat

A form of trial by combat used in some Central European kingdoms where disputes were settled by a duel between two knights, usually to the death.

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Ringen

A medieval form of unarmed wrestling practiced in Germany. It evolved during the Renaissance but lost popularity in the 17th century.

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Oath or Vow

A knight's promise to a lady, usually to achieve a certain goal, such as defeating a specific number of knights, before returning to her.

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Specified Number of Knights

A specific number of knights a knight must defeat to fulfill an oath or vow to a lady.

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Rules Agreed Upon

Rules used to govern the passage of arms and ensure a degree of fairness in the duels.

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Small Arena

A designated area for the duel between two knights within a trial by combat.

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Witnesses

The presence of witnesses is crucial for a legitimate trial by combat.

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Chivalry Education

The training process to become a knight, a demanding path exclusive to young noblemen with the financial means.

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Initial Training (6-12 years)

The initial phase of chivalry education, starting from 6 to 12 years old, focused on basic skills like politeness, etiquette, and chivalric history.

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Squire (12-16 years)

The second phase of chivalry education, from 12 to 16 years old, where boys became squires, learning from experienced knights and assisting in daily tasks like weapon maintenance and horse care.

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Knighthood (16 years)

The final stage, at 16 years old, where a squire, after meeting specific requirements, would be officially knighted in a ceremony.

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The Ideal of Chivalry

Chivalry was a code of conduct that idealized knights as courageous, honorable, and loyal warriors, responsible for maintaining social order in the feudal system.

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Role of Knights in the Feudal System

Medieval knights were warriors, often called 'bellatores', whose duty was to protect other social groups, including the clergy ('oratores') and the peasantry ('laboratores').

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Laws of the Seven Partidas (Las Siete Partidas)

The Laws of the Seven Partidas (Las Siete Partidas), authored by King Alfonso X of Spain in 1265 AD, defined the legal framework of Chivalry in Spain.

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Soule

A ball game played by peasants in Normandy and Britain, involving carrying a ball to a designated goal, which could last for hours or even days. Played between neighboring towns with few rules.

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Chess in the Middle Ages

A game introduced to Europe from the Arab world and by crusaders, often banned by some European courts but promoted by others, such as Alfonso X of Castile.

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Bullfighting in the Middle Ages

A Spanish sport with origins in a nuptial rite, regulated by Alfonso X in the Siete Partidas, where the groom would kill a bull as a sign of fertility.

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Jeu de Paume

A type of racket sport played with a ball and wooden rackets. It became popular among French nobility due to its elegance and social aspects.

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Ringen Handbooks

Medieval European wrestling manuals written by masters like Talhoffer, Jud, and Wilhalm, documenting techniques and movements.

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Rossfechten

A variant of ringen performed on horseback, described in Hans Talhoffer's 15th-century handbook, involving skilled maneuvering and combat on horseback.

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Schwingen

A traditional Swiss wrestling style with roots in Alpine shepherd gatherings, practiced in a sawdust ring with leather shorts and emphasizing takedowns.

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Cumberland and Westmoland Wrestling

A traditional English wrestling style believed to have originated during Viking invasions, known for its unique standing initial position with chin on shoulder and focus on throws.

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Scottish Backhold

A traditional Scottish wrestling style similar to Cumberland and Westmoland, practiced during festivities and fairs, with wrestlers gripping each other's backs in a unique 'backhold position'.

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Kilt

A traditional Scottish garment, a knee-length skirt with distinctive patterns and colors, specific to each clan, often worn during Scottish Backhold wrestling contests.

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Backhold Position

The starting position in Scottish Backhold wrestling, where wrestlers are face-to-face, each gripping the lower part of opponent's back, maintaining this grip throughout the match.

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Ferir la pelota

A medieval sport that involved hitting a ball with a bat, similar to modern-day baseball. Its exact rules are unknown, but it suggests ball games were popular in the Middle Ages.

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Enclosed Court

A distinguishing feature of Jeu de Paume, it was an enclosed court with four walls, three of which had roofs where the ball could bounce.

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Indentation in the Net

A feature of the Jeu de Paume court, it was an indentation in the center, unlike today's straight nets.

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Bounce Rule

A rule in Jeu de Paume where the ball could bounce on the walls and roofs multiple times, but only once on the ground.

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Long Paume

One of the two main styles of Jeu de Paume, played outdoors.

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Short Paume

One of the two main styles of Jeu de Paume, played indoors.

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Restrictions on Jeu de Paume

The popularity of Jeu de Paume can be seen in laws that were enacted to limit its practice, particularly among clergy.

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Study Notes

Historical Introduction

  • The Roman Empire's division in 395 AD led to the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD.
  • This period lasted from the 5th to 15th centuries.
  • The fall of Constantinople (Eastern Roman Empire) to the Ottoman Turks in 1453 AD marked a significant turning point.
  • Europe experienced political and territorial instability during this era.
  • Frequent wars, the expansion of kingdoms, and the development of alliances between kingdoms characterized this period.

High Middle Ages (5th-10th Centuries)

  • Germanic invasions significantly impacted the Roman Empire, leading to insecurity, violence, and constant warfare.
  • The agricultural society and importance of land ownership were crucial.
  • Viking invasions around 1000 AD contributed to the rise of feudalism.
  • The rural and subsistence economy was prevalent during this time.
  • The Church and nobility played critical roles in social cohesion.

Low Middle Ages (11th-15th Centuries)

  • Viking invasions ended, leading to increased security and a demographic rise.
  • Cities became active economic centers.
  • A new social class, the bourgeoisie, emerged.
  • The 14th century witnessed the Black Death (1348 AD), leading to significant social and economic challenges.
  • Slow economic recovery followed.

Chivalry and its Physical Activities

  • Chivalry training was exclusive to noblemen.
  • Physical training, particularly cavalry skills, was essential for military defense.
  • The training process entailed three phases: initial training (6-12 years), squirehood (12-16 years), and knighthood.
  • Chivalry education included politeness, etiquette, chivalric history, castle chores, fighting, running, jumping, and fencing.

Tournaments

  • Tournaments were prominent in medieval festivities.
  • They simulated battles between knights for military and social purposes.
  • Tournaments typically took place in designated areas such as an arena.
  • They were organized for special occasions like military commemorations.
  • Over time, tournaments evolved from brutal combat to regulated displays.
  • Rules focused on safety and fair play.

Jousting

  • Jousting was a combat between two knights on horseback.
  • Initially, jousting was brutal, a method of dispute resolution.
  • Jousting evolved into a more civilized display of skill.
  • The format included scoring based on hitting the opponent or horse, with penalties for breaking rules or injuring the horse or opponent.
  • They created a regulated space with weapons and armor.

Equestrian Skill Tests

  • Equestrian skill tests at tournaments showcased riders' precision, speed, and control.
  • "Rings" required riders to pass a lance through suspended rings while galloping.
  • "Bohordos" involved simulated combat with blunt lances.
  • "Quintena" tests involved striking a rotating target or dummy with lances.

Passage of Arms

  • The passage of arms showcased chivalric activity and involved challenges between knights for courtship purposes.
  • A knight would pledge to return only after defeating a fixed number of opponents, often specified by the lady or noblewoman.

Trial by Combat

  • Disputes or accusations were sometimes resolved by trial by combat.
  • Skilled Knights were used.
  • This practice required witnesses and took place in designated arenas.

Non-chivalric Combat Sports

  • Ringen: A form of unarmed wrestling.
  • The catalog includes grappling, joint locks, knee strikes, strangulation, and headbutts.
  • It was practiced as part of military training and public performances.
  • Schwingen: A Swiss wrestling tradition originating from Alpine community gatherings.
  • Cumberland and Westmoland Wrestling: Originating in the northeast of England, it involved a standing position and a fixed posture from which wrestlers tried to throw their opponent.
  • Scottish Backhold: A wrestling style from the Scottish Highlands, practiced during festivities and local fairs.
  • Game of "ferir la pelota": A ball-based game prevalent in the Middle Ages.
  • Jeu de Paume: A court sport from France, closely connected to tennis, and squash.

Other Sports

  • Soule: A ball game played between neighboring towns.
  • Chess: Introduced from the Arab world to Europe. It was used in the noble class to enhance military strategies.
  • Bullfighting: A tradition with ties to nuptial rites. It became regulated during the Middle Ages, and involved specialized figures: knights using horses or professionals in open spaces.

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