Who do the peasants work for?
the lord
The code of conduct/ethics that was expected to be followed by Medieval Knights
Crusades
Chivalry
Feudal Law
Common Law
Why did most people drink wine or beer instead of water?
It tasted better than water
They liked getting drunk
It was cheaper than buying water
The water wasn't always safe to drink
The main trade route between Europe and Asia used between 130 BCE and 1453 CE
Silk Road
What is an illuminated manuscript?
a book that was painted with pictures and lettering in bright colours
What was the name of the medieval trade route between Asia and Europe?
The Silk Road
Although not officially part of the government, who was the most powerful person in the feudal system of the Middle Ages?
The pope
Why did castles have a moat?
To stop enemies from being able to get close.
How did armies use this weapon?
The siege tower. Pushed up to castle wall and knights walked the plank onto the castle battlements.
What is the Bayeaux Tapestry?
an embroidered cloth nearly 70 metres long that depicts the events leading up to the Norman Conquest of Englan
What's this called?
chainmail
Medieval is a word that means what in Latin?
Prosperity
Rebirth
Middle
Money
Who was Saladin (Salah ad-Din صلاح الدين)?
a muslim military leader who fought against the Christian invaders
Who was the peasant girl who led the French Army in a victory over the English during the 100 years war?
Joan of Arc
What was the name of the city that the Crusaders wanted to reclaim for Christians?
Jerusalem
What is this called and what is it for?
arrow loop; to provide cover for archers
What was TRIAL BY COMBAT?
when an accused person had to fight to the death to prove their innocence
What was TRIAL BY ORDEAL?
by causing the accused person to do a painful task. If that task was completed without injury or if the injuries healed fast, the person was innocent
What were the large boils called which appeared on the skin of a plague victim called?
buboes
What was the only major source of religion in Medieval Europe?
Greek Orthodox church
The Umayyad Dynasty
The Roman Catholic Church
The Protestants
What is another name the Medieval Times?
Age of Rebirth
Golden Ages
Bronze Ages
Dark Ages
Seafaring invaders from Scandinavia, used wooden long ships for hit and run raids on European villages
Vikings
What's this called?
lance
What was the main language used for writing during the Middle Ages?
Latin
Which part of the knights' armor became unnecessary as time went on and technology improved?
shield
The Magna Carta was a document that King John was forced to sign in 1215. This even did what for the very first time?
Limited royal power
Implemented child labor
Established a tax system
Allowed women political freedom
What is the name of the stew many peasants ate?
porridge
gruel
slop
pottage
What is this machine?
Gutenberg printing press
Which of these was NOT believed to have caused the Black Plague in the Middle Ages?
foreigners
food
God
the ocean
Which of these was NOT a musical instrument of the Middle Ages?
flute
bagpipes
guitar
drum
What is this style of architecture called?
Gothic
What was the document which was signed by King John of England in 1215 that limited the power of the English king?
Magna Carta
What does the Bayeaux Tapestry show?
The battle of Hastings
What was TRIAL BY ORDEAL?
by causing the accused person to do a painful task. If that task was completed without injury or if the injuries healed fast, this was taken as a sign of God, w
What best completes the pyramid above?
Untouchables
Serfs
Vassals
Prisoners
What was the system of government was followed in the Middle Ages?
feudalism
This style of architecture is known as ....
gothic architecture
What was the original reason for the creation of Coats of Arms?
to identify knights on the battlefield
to show which noble family was in charge of the manor
to hang on the front door of the family home
as a fashion statement
What's this called?
mace