Middle Ages Quiz

How would you characterize the Middle Ages in Western Europe?

• the manor system and the importance of land ownership

• absolute monarchies and strong central governments

• decreased emphasis on religion in daily life

• extensive trade with Asia and the Middle East

Which is a characteristic of a feudal society?

• Rapid social change

• High literacy rate

• Industrial-based economy

• Rigid class structure

What contributed to the growth of feudalism in Europe during the Middle Ages?

• suppression of internationalism

• decline of the Roman Catholic Church

• collapse of a strong central government

• rivalry between the colonial empires

What does the illustration suggest about the European feudal system?

• Controlled by a powerful middle class

• Supported by the labor of the peasants

• Intended to provide opportunities for social mobility

• Designed to promote political and economic equality

Which statement describes the feudal relationship of a lord (higher class) and vassal (lower class)?

• lords received land and protection from vassals

• serfs could work the land until they were forced off the land

• vassals were not allowed to leave land they have been assigned

• vassals received a piece of land and paid taxes to the lord for that land

Which ruler is responsible for re-unifying much of the fallen Western Roman Empire under Christian leadership?

• Peter the Great

• Charlemagne

• Constantine

• Justinian

What were the self-sufficient economic units in Europe during the Middle Ages?

• Plantations

• Guilds

• Fortress

• Manors

Which statement best describes the role of the Roman Catholic Church in Europe during the Middle Ages?

• The Church encouraged individuals to question authority.

• Church leaders were only involved in spiritual activities.

• The Church gained influence as people became more interested in secular affairs.

• The Church provided a sense of stability, unity, and order.

What kingdom did Charlemagne rule over before the Pope gave him the title of Holy Roman Emperor?

• The British Kingdom

• The Frankish Kingdom

• The Roman Kingdom

• The Spanish Kingdom

Which two things did Charlemagne support and promote throughout his Empire?

• A. Religion and Hellenistic culture

• B. Democracy and Christianity

• C. Education and Judaism

• D. Education and Christianity