Decline of Feudalism and Its Consequences

The video discusses the decline of feudalism in Western Europe, focusing on three main events: political changes in England, the Black Death, and the Hundred Years War. Political reforms by Kings Henry II, John, and Edward I led to increased rights for commoners. The Black Death caused significant social and economic shifts, empowering peasants. The Hundred Years War further altered power dynamics, with commoners playing a larger role in military efforts.

What was the main goal of the lesson on the decline of feudalism?

• To learn about the Renaissance

• To understand the rise of feudalism

• To study the Industrial Revolution

• To compare the three main events leading to its decline

Which king's reforms strengthened the Royal Court in England?

• King Richard

• King Henry II

• King Edward

• King John

What was the significance of the Magna Carta?

• It established the Church's power over the monarchy

• It was a peace treaty with France

• It abolished the monarchy

• It developed common law and protected noble rights

Who was responsible for calling the Model Parliament?

• King Henry II

• King Richard

• King Edward

• King John

How did the Black Death spread across Europe?

• Through contaminated water

• Via airborne transmission

• Through trade routes

• Carried by fleas on rodents

What was one major social change caused by the Black Death?

• Rise of new monarchies

• Expansion of trade routes

• Increased power of the Church

• Shift of power from nobles to common people

What was a consequence of the Black Death on the labor force?

• Increased unemployment

• Peasants could demand better conditions

• Nobles gained more power

• Labor laws were abolished

When did the Hundred Years War begin?

• 1066

• 1453

• 1337

• 1215

Which two countries were involved in the Hundred Years War?

• England and Spain

• France and Germany

• England and France

• Italy and France

What was a notable strategy of the English during the early battles of the Hundred Years War?

• Using heavily armored troops

• Recruiting commoners to fight

• Relying on naval battles

• Forming alliances with Spain