The system of protection and loyalties in the Middle Ages
Feudal System
The top official position in the feudal government
King or Queen (monarch)
The second position in the feudal government, who is also a wealthy land owner
Lord
The wealthiest class in the feudal society
Nobles (family members of lords)
The head of the Catholic Church.
Pope
A trained armored horseman who fought wars in the Middle Ages, always noble by birth.
knight
The protective clothing, weapons, and shield worn by a knight
Armor
A person who served the king in exchange for land
Knight
Lord
Priest
Vassal
The land owned by a vassal
Farm
Fief
Lot
Plot
A poor person who lives on and farms the land. They are not free.
Craftsman
Serf
Farmer
Peasant
A knight who used a bow and arrow was called ......
an archer
People who created objects to use and enjoy (c____________)
craftsman
A fight on horseback where two knights charge at each other
Joust
A noble family's large estate or farm
manor
A symbol used to identify members of a noble family, usually put on shields and homes
Coat of Arms
