What were 2 reasons that led to the signing of the Magna Carta
the nobles wanted their rights protected
the king increased taxes
Which barbarian tribe did Charlemagne lead?
Franks
How did the plague spread?
Fleas on Rats.
how did feudalism benefit the nobilty
allowed them to focus on defense
provided them with workers
What limited the power of the king and protected individual rights?
Magna Carta
What was a positive economic effect of the Crusades
it increased trade
what was the relationship between the popes and kings like in the middle ages
the Popes and Kings argued over who had the most power
how did Feudalism benefit the Serfs
provided them land to farm
gave them military protection
what were the series of Wars between the Christians and the Muslims
Crusades
What were the Lord’s main duties toward the people that pledged allegiance to them?
To protect them and their land.
what declined because of the black death
TRADE
A piece of land given to the vassals in exchange for loyalty
fief
The piece of land granted to the Vassels
Fief
what were the wars between the Christians and the Muslims
Crusaded
What fraction of Europe's population died as a result of the plague? *Double Jeopardy*
about one third
What Pope called on the Christians to retake the Holy Hand
Pope Urban II
What is Feudalism
Land was exchanged for Loyalty and protection
Name three effects effects of the Bubonic Plague
PEASANTS BEGAN TO DEMAND WAGES FOR THEIR LABOR
THE MANOR SUSTEM BEGAN TO FALL APART
1/3 OD POPULATION DIED
___________ was an economic system based on the granting of land in exchange for loyalty or service. *Double Jeopardy*
Feudalism
There are two types of Peasants during the Medieval Manor what is the difference between a free peasant and a serf?
Freedmen could move around while Serfs are bound to the land