Chapter 9 Vocab: Europe in the Middle Ages

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Estate of a feudal noble, often with a fortified building or castle.

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manor

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Trained mounted warrior in service of a noble during the Middle Ages

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knight

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Code of conduct for Medieval knights emphasizing bravery, honor, and respect for women and the weak.

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chivalry

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An association of people sharing a common trade or craft, controlling production quality and protecting interests.

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guild

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A king of the Franks who conquered much of Europe and spread Christianity.

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Charlemagne

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A peasant farmer in feudal society who labored for a noble in exchange for protection and rights.

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serf

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Powerful landholding noble

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lord

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Political and social system in medieval Europe where lords granted land to vassals for loyalty and service.

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feudalism

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A place where a religious order practices prayer and worship.

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monastery

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A soldier from Japan in the Middle Ages was known as a _____________.

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samurai