Quiz on Feudalism

What happened after Charlemagne's death in 814?

• The empire remained unified under a single ruler.

• The empire was divided into 3 territories with his grandsons in charge.

• The empire expanded into Asia.

• The empire was taken over by the Vikings.

Which groups began to invade Europe after the Carolingian Empire's protection weakened?

• Romans and Greeks

• Vikings, Magyars, and Muslims

• Egyptians and Persians

• Mongols and Chinese

What was a consequence of the lack of centralized rule/law after the end of the Carolingian Empire?

• Increased trade and prosperity

• Strengthening of the Roman Catholic Church

• Local nobles gained power

• Immediate formation of new empires

Which of the following is not a vocabulary term associated with Feudalism?

• Manor

• Vassal

• Republic

• Serf

What was the capacity of the Viking "Dragon Boats"?

• 20 men

• 30 men

• 50 men

• 100 men

Why were Viking "Dragon Boats" long and narrow?

• To carry more cargo

• To navigate up and down rivers and attack inland

• To accommodate more sailors

• To travel faster in the open sea

What targets did Vikings commonly attack?

• Cities and fortresses

• Monasteries and villages

• Military outposts

• Trade ships

What is a characteristic of Viking attacks?

• They were well-planned

• They attacked fast

• They avoided confrontation

• They only attacked at night

What is the missing word in the sentence: "______________ used for protection"?

What was the land controlled by Kings known as in the Manorial System?

• Kingdom

• Manor

• Fiefdom

• Estate