Feudalism and Social Hierarchy

Front

The very top of society.

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Monarch

Front

The very bottom of society.

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peasants/serfs

Front

Feudalism developed after the fall of what empire?

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Roman

Front

Which member of the feudal system was MOST tied to the land and could never leave without the nobles' permission?

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Serf

Front

What did people need in the Middle Ages for feudalism to work?

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Protection

Front

A warrior in armor who fought on horse back and provided protection to the Lord of the Mannor

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Knight

Front

What is the term for a lord who pledges loyalty to a king or queen?

Back

Vassel

Front

What did serfs get in return for their labor?

Back

Protection

Front

What is a serf?

Back

A peasant who cannot own property and must work a nobles land

Front

What is a knight?

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A lower noble who trains for war in tournaments and jousting.