Feudalism
What shape is the feudal structure?
Pyramid
What is the name or phrase used for the next in line to the throne
Heir
What are two examples of noble titles?
Earl, Duke, Duchess, Baron, Baroness, Lord, Lady
What was the primary purpose/duty of a knight?
To serve as a soldier in times of war
Peasants and Serfs made up what percentage of the population?
90%
What is feudalism?
Economic, Political, and Social system where land, loyalty, and protection are exchanged for labor and military service
Who became the next monarch? Son? Daughter? How did that work?
Usually the oldest son, unless there were no sons, then the oldest daughter.
What did the nobility pledge to give to the monarch?
Tribute ($), loyalty, and armies of knights
What did knights do in times of peace?
Manage their land and oversee peasants
What types of work did peasant do? Name at least 3.
Farming, Raising Livestock, Cloth making, Wool, building projects, blacksmithing, etc.
Typically no, but maybe a peasant could serve as a squire and become a knight (though not usually).
What happened if the heir to the throne died before becoming monarch?
It would go to the next oldest son, unless there were no sons, then it would go to the oldest daughter.
What did nobles provide to knights in exchange for their military service?
What purpose would a knight's armor have?
Protection in battle from weapons (swords, axes, arrows, etc)
Were all peasants poor?
No, some could grow quite wealthy in certain trades, but would never get even close to as rich as the nobility.
Does Europe still have feudalism today?
Not really. European countries still have monarchs and nobility, but they don't necessarily hold the power and wealth they did centuries ago.
What did monarchs were on their head as a symbol of their power and annointing?
A crown
Do we have titles of nobility in America?
Nope
What title was given to a knight?
Sir
What type of housing did peasants live in?
Thatched roofed, stone cottages
A fief
Royal
Could nobles marry knights or peasants?
Nope!
What is a lance?
A medieval spear or javelin carried by knights. Wooden ones were used in jousting competitions.
What did peasants pay to the knights?
Rent for housing, and taxes from their wages