Middle Ages
Exchange of land for military service and loyalty Is called what?
Who was at top of the feudal social hierarchy?
The King and Queen
What were the religious wars fought in the Holy Land called?
The Crusades
What was an important feature of medieval towns?
Protective Walls
The purpose of is a self sufficient agricultural estate.
The Manor
What happened after the Fall of Rome?
It was the beginning of the Middle/Dark Ages
How did people earn a living in the feudal system?
Most people earned a living by farming
Who was educated?
The kids of the nobles and the clergy/religious leaders
Who provided all of the labor and all of the food on the Manor?
The serfs/peasants
What was spread throughout Europe by rats and fleas?
The Black death
What were the Vikings known for?
They were known for the sailing, ship building, and raiding of villages.
Who is the king of the Franks who built a vast empire?
Charlemagne
What decreased Europe's population by about 25 to 40 percent?
The Black Death
What was used to build the castles?
Stone.
Who controlled education, healthcare, and many aspects of daily life?
The Catholic Church
Where did the peasants/serfs live?
On the Manor.
provided defense and protection.
Medieval castles
What is a group of skilled craftsmen called?
A Guild
What is the Magna Carta?
An important document limited the power of English monarchs in 1215
What was the most common language used by smart people?
Latin