Exploring Medieval Civilizations Quiz

What was the role of a serf in Medieval Europe?

• To rule a kingdom

• To farm for a lord

• To lead armies

• To write texts

What disease caused the Black Death?

• Smallpox

• Bubonic plague

• Influenza

• Tuberculosis

What was the main goal of the Crusades?

• Explore new lands

• Reclaim the Holy Land

• Trade with Asia

• Build castles

Who were the military rulers in Medieval Japan?

• Samurai

• Shogun

• Daimyo

• Emperor

Which empire was renowned for its wealth and gold in medieval Western Africa?

• Mali Empire

• Byzantine Empire

• Holy Roman Empire

• Mongol Empire

What is the holy book of Islam?

• Bible

• Torah

• Quran

• Vedas

Who was the largest group in the feudal system?

• Nobles

• Serfs

• Knights

• Monarchs

What was the impact of the Black Death on Europe's population?

• Population increased

• No effect

• Population decreased

• Population doubled

How did the feudal system protect people in Medieval Europe?

• Lords protected serfs in exchange for work and food, while knights defended the land.

• Serfs protected lords by building castles.

• Monarchs protected everyone by making laws.

• Merchants protected towns by trading goods.

How did the Black Death affect workers in Europe?

• Workers had to pay more taxes.

• Workers could demand higher wages due to fewer workers.

• Workers lost all their land.

• Workers became kings.