L-7 Test: The End of Feudalism

How did the Model Parliament move the political climate from feudalism to Democratic thought?

• The common people can participate in government
• Taxes cannot be raised without the consent of the people.
• Evidence from “12 Neighbors” needed to pronounce guilt or innocence
• Told John "You have to sign now!"

The written agreement that the King signed that limited his power and strengthened the rights of the people.

• habeas corpus
• Model Parliament
• Magna Carta
• traditional rights

How did political changes in England weaken Feudalism?

• Serfs had to live on the land that they farmed.
• Nobles lost power to the king or common people.
• Constant conflict led to a loss of social order.
• Authority in government was given to the Church.

According to the map, what was the primary route for the plague to reach Europe?

• by crusades
• By pilgrimage
• by trade routes
• By railroad

What event happened in the past 5 years that killed millions of people similarly to The Black Plague?

• Climate Change
• the Hatian Earthquake
• Covid
• Ukrainian/Russian War

Where was The Hundred Years War was mostly fought?

In what Battle did Joan of Arc inspire the French to a victory?

• The Battle of Agincourt
• The Battle of Crecy
• The Battle of Orleans
• The Battle of Nottingham

Using the facts below, what was the result of the 100 Years War?

• Kings continued using knights in wars
• The people began to support kings and country over lords and manors
• The longbow proved a huge disappointment
• England won and controls Normandy to this day

Pretend you are a Medieval Lord or Lady, what were your thoughts about your peasants and knights leaving your manor and no longer needing your protection? Why?

Explain how the events in Europe contributed to the decline of feudalism and the rise of democratic thoughts? Discuss: Political changes Bubonic Plague 100 Years War