Medieval Diplomacy and the Hundred Years War

What was a key difference between modern and medieval diplomacy regarding embassies?

• Modern diplomacy relies solely on digital communication.

• Medieval diplomacy lacked permanent embassies except with the Vatican.

• Modern diplomacy does not use embassies.

• Medieval diplomacy had permanent embassies in every country.

In medieval diplomacy, what was the role of the Church?

• The Church could veto any diplomatic proposition or treaty.

• The Church had no influence on diplomatic matters.

• The Church was responsible for military decisions.

• The Church only influenced religious treaties.

How were alliances typically secured during the medieval period?

• Via the marriage of royal children.

• Through sports competitions.

• By exchanging military technology.

• Through trade agreements.

Why was there no formal act of declaring war in medieval times?

• Wars were declared through public announcements.

• All wars were approved by the Church.

• Medieval warfare required lengthy preparations, making formal declarations unnecessary.

• Wars were only fought during specific seasons.

What was a common outcome of royal marriages intended to secure alliances?

• They often led to dynastic conflicts.

• They were annulled by the Church.

• They had no impact on political relations.

• They always resulted in lasting peace.