Feudalism F&C

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A piece of land called a _________ was given from one person to another to ensure their loyalty and/or service

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fief

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What character trait was critical in order for Feudalism in medieval Europe to function properly?

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loyalty

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In medieval Europe, this term is used to describe individuals or families who are tied to the land that they were born on:

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serfs

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A system for structuring society around relationships derived from the holding of land in exchange for service/labor

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feudalism

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Which list showcases the order of social status in Medieval Europe during the time of Feudalism: Church, King/Queen, nobles, knights, peasants; King/Queen, lords, nobles, knights, peasants; Lords, vassals, knights, peasants/serfs; King/Queen, nobles, knights, peasants/serfs

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King/Queen, nobles, knights, peasants/serfs

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A person who received land and was then obligated to show loyalty/provide service to their “lord” was a:

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vassal

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While not officially included in the Feudal Pyramid, this organization still held power and influence equivalent to Kings: Roman Catholic Church, Knights Templar, Nobles, Merchants

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Roman Catholic Church

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The threat that the Catholic church used to keep order in Europe during the Middle Ages was

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excommunication

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Who would have most likely said the following?
“If you give me your loyalty, I will give you land and protection.”

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a lord