Medieval Times facts
Why is the Medieval time period also called the Middle Ages?
It existed during the middle part of the time since Jesus's birth and present day.
What was another word for the knights in a Feudal Pyramid?
Vassal
What was the main job that a knight had?
To protect the Kings/Lords.
I am in charge of grinding the wheat to make grain for making bread on the manor.
Miller
What were some of the jobs that a woman had if they were a serf?
cooking, gardening, making clothes, taking care of the animals, looking after the children
Medieval Times, or the Middle Ages, began AFTER which time period?
The fall of The Roman Empire
What was the difference between a serf and a peasant?
Serfs were property of the Lord and were not allowed to leave the manor, peasants were free and could earn a living, but did not have protection from the Lord
This was the 2nd step to becoming a Knight. Around age fourteen he would practice his fighting skills, improve his ability to ride a horse, and even get to wear armour! He was also a personal servant for a Knight. He would make sure that the Knightâs horses and weapons were taken care of. Sometimes, he would even rescue his Knight!
Squire
I am hired to entertain the rich by juggling, telling jokes, singing or dancing.
Jester
What was the serf's cottage walls made out of?
Wattle and Daud
How many fields did a Manor have?
3
What was really important in the Middle Ages? What was the term used to describe this important thing back then?
Land ownership Fief- Middle Ages word for land
This was the 1st step to becoming a Knight. A young boy, around age seven, would be sent to live with a King or a Lord. He would learn how to care for the horses and weapons, perform chores, and also practice jousting.
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I am in charge of taking care of the Lord or Lady of the manor. I would attend meetings, get him/her up in the morning and get them ready for bed.
Chamberlain
What did the serf's provide the Lord of their manor?
loyalty/service
What religion was extremely powerful during the Middle Ages?
Christianity
Why was the feudal system in the shape of a triangle?
It showed the population of each group during the middle ages. Over 90% of the people were peasants/serfs so they represent the largest part of the triangle.
At what age could a boy become a Knight?
21 years old
During the Middle Ages there were many battles for land. I was hired to make weapons for our soldiers.
Blacksmith
What was the only day of the week that a serf got to rest? And why?
Sunday, in order to attend church
This was the type of government during the Middle Ages and it referred to the economic ($), political, and social system in Medieval Europe during this time.
The Feudal System.
It was setup due to a lack of a central government in order to offer people protection
Name 6 important parts of a Manor.
Church/3 fields/Manor House/Peasant/Serfs cottages/Water source/Mill/Workshops/Commons/Latrine
What was the Code of Chivalry?
A special law that knights followed that emphasized manners and treating women with respect.
Only the wealthy wore fancy shoes, but I also made footwear made our of leather for the peasants/serfs.
Cobbler
Why do people believe that The Black Plague was able to spread so easily?
Lack of proper hygiene- eating with hands, not washing hands=spread of germs!