Jousting
What is jousting?
A sport where knights on horseback try to knock each other off with a lance.
When did the Battle of Hastings take place?
In 1066
What was the feudal system?
A social structure where land was owned by lords and worked by peasants.
What is a coat of arms?
A unique heraldic symbol representing a family or individual.
What is an illuminated manuscript?
A handwritten book decorated with gold and colorful illustrations.
What special equipment did knights use in jousting?
Knights wore armor and used lances.
Who were the main leaders in the Battle of Hastings?
King Harold II and William the Conqueror.
Who was at the top of the feudal system?
The King
Why did knights use coats of arms?
To identify themselves in battle.
Why were illuminated manuscripts important?
They preserved knowledge before the printing press was invented.
Why was jousting important during the Middle Ages?
It was a way for knights to show their skills and gain honor.
What was the result of the Battle of Hastings?
William the Conqueror became the king of England.
What role did knights play in the feudal system?
They served lords in exchange for land and protection.
What colors are commonly found on coats of arms?
Red, blue, green, and gold.
Who typically created illuminated manuscripts?
Monks in monasteries.
What would knights often win in a jousting tournament?
Trophies, money, or the favor of a lady.
Why was the Battle of Hastings significant?
It changed the ruling family of England.
What were serfs in the feudal system?
Peasants who worked the land and were not free.
What do symbols on a coat of arms represent?
Different qualities or achievements of the person or family.
What materials were used in illuminated manuscripts?
Parchment, gold leaf, and natural dyes.
Name one famous jousting tournament that took place in the Middle Ages.
The tournament at Windsor Castle.
What type of tactics were used in the Battle of Hastings?
Feigned retreats and archery.
How did the feudal system help protect people during the Middle Ages?
Lords offered protection to peasants in exchange for their work.
Can you name a popular symbol that might appear on a coat of arms?
A lion or a cross.
Name one famous illuminated manuscript.
The Book of Kells.