Life and Society in a Medieval Village

The video explores life in medieval villages in Western Europe, focusing on the roles and daily lives of peasants, the structure of villages, and the impact of the Black Death. It highlights the self-sufficient nature of villages, the importance of agriculture, and the influence of religion. The video also discusses the social hierarchy, governance, and the economic changes following the plague.

What was the primary role of peasants in a medieval village?

• To serve as knights

• To trade goods in the market

• To manage the manor

• To work the land and pay taxes

How were serfs different from slaves in medieval times?

• Serfs were allowed to travel freely

• Serfs were paid wages

• Serfs could own property

• Serfs were legally free but bound to the land

What was a common meal for medieval villagers?

• Pasta and sauce

• Fish and chips

• Bread and pottage

• Roast beef and potatoes

How did the church influence daily life in a medieval village?

• By organizing village markets

• By dictating the work schedule and religious practices

• By providing military protection

• By setting tax rates

Who was responsible for supervising agricultural work in the village?

• The blacksmith

• The bailiff

• The miller

• The village priest

What was the role of the village priest?

• To ensure the salvation of villagers' souls

• To oversee trade

• To lead the village council

• To manage the manor

What system made villagers responsible for each other's behavior?

• Frank pledge

• Feudalism

• Guild system

• Manorialism

What was one major consequence of the Black Death on medieval villages?

• Increased population

• Higher demand for luxury goods

• Peasants demanding better conditions

• Expansion of village boundaries

How did the Black Death affect the price of grain?

• It caused prices to fluctuate wildly

• It decreased the price

• It had no effect

• It increased the price

What was a long-term effect of the Black Death on village life?

• Villages became deserted

• Villages became centers of trade

• Villages became more populated

• Villages expanded into cities