What is the figthing strategy called which involves "waiting out" your enemy by surrounding them inside an area?
siege warfare
The outer defense perimeter of a castle
barbican
battlement
portcullis
bailey
When an accused person had to perform a painful or impossible task to prove their innocence = trial by ________
ordeal
fire
jury
combat
When an accused person had to fight their accuser (often to the death) to prove their innocence = trial by ________
combat
fire
water
jury
What was the main language of Middle Ages Europe?
Latin
Who was considered a "heretic"?
someone who did not believe in Christianity or God
What is this weapon called?
crossbow
What was this weapon called?
club
skull banger
mace
baton
What is this vest made from?
chainmail
How did a knight's armor generally change througout the Middle Ages?
it became more expensive
it became cheaper to manufacture
it became lighter and thinner
it became thicker and heavier
Who was Richard the Lionheart's main enemy during the Crusades? (hint: he led the Muslim forces)
Saladin
Salamander
Solomon
Salamar
What is it called when you are expected to give 10% of your income to the church?
tithe
