The Middle Ages- class revision

The medieval period (middle ages) lasted from the 5th century till what century?

The middle ages era began with what?

How did the middle ages end?

• The start of the Renaissance

• The end of the Renaissance

• The middle of the Renaissance

• None of the above

What was the feudal system?

• A structure based on land distribution

• A system based on fights and arguments

• A heirarchical structure based on land ownership and service

• None of the above

Who owned the land and granted fiefs to loyal nobles?

Who governed large estates and provided military support to the king?

Who served lords in exchange for land and followed the code of chivalry?

Who worked the land and were bound to it, receiving protection and a small plot for themselves?

What responsibilities did the nobles have?

Fill in the missing words: Knights spent much time _________ for combat and participating in battles or ________________.