SS U3: Feudal System

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What is the name for the medieval upper class whose power was based on "blood and wealth"?

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Nobles

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A powerful person in the Middle Ages who had control over land was known as...

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a lord.

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What conclusion can be drawn from the diagram? Options: America has become wealthier over time. There is a great divide between rich and poor in America. The poor in America have gained power in recent years. Education is improving based on technology.

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There is a great divide between rich and poor in America.

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What fact about medieval life does the image attempt to present?

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The nobles were a small but wealthy social class.

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How much of the medieval population was part of the nobility?

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10%

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When did the Middle Ages take place?

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500CE to 1500CE

Front

What is NOT a name for the time period that came after the ancient era? Options: Middle Ages, Dark Ages, Medieval Times, Modern Era

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Modern Era

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What is the best explanation of feudalism?

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A political and military system where lords exchanged land for loyalty.

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Nobles who owed allegiance to more powerful land-owners were...

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vassals.

Front

What was NOT an obligation of the vassals?
Options:
They had to fight or send knights.
Vassals paid taxes (usually crops).
Vassals promised loyalty.
Vassals led wars.

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Vassals led wars.