The Knight

What was essential for a soldier to move around on horseback during a battle in the Middle Ages?

• Improved swordsmanship

• The development of the stirrup and a heavier breed of horse

• The invention of gunpowder

• A lighter breed of horse

Which battle is one of the earliest recorded military engagements involving knights on horseback?

• The Battle of the Bulge

• The Battle of Agincourt

• The Battle of Hastings

• The Siege of Orleans

What was an important aspect of knighthood?

• Feudal service to the lord or the king

• Ability to read and write

• Mastery of naval combat

• Expertise in archery

What was the favored weapon of a knight?

• The bow and arrow

• The lance

• The mace

• The sword

How heavy could the coats of mail worn by knights weigh?

• Over 5 kilograms

• Over 10 kilograms

• Over 15 kilograms

• Over 20 kilograms

What was the purpose of jousting tournaments?

• A method of training

• A religious ceremony

• A form of entertainment

• A method of execution

Why did the knight’s effectiveness as a warrior diminish by the end of the Middle Ages?

• Because of the development of professional armies and firearms

• Due to changes in political structures

• Due to the Black Plague

• Because of a shortage of horses

What modern equivalent is mentioned as having body armour?

• Mountain climbers

• Astronauts

• Riot squad police

• Firefighters

What role did some knights serve for the Church?

• Choir members

• Scribes

• Monks who protected pilgrims on the Crusades

• Bishops

What was the primary material used in the construction of a knight's armor during the Middle Ages?

• Iron

• Steel

• Bronze

• Leather