medieval test term 3 week 5

Feudalism

The dominant social system in medieval Europe where the king granted land to nobles in exchange for loyalty and military service.

Reasons for Acceptance of Feudalism

People accepted it for protection, stability, and order during times of frequent war and weak central government.

Daily Life in Feudalism

Peasants worked long hours and gave produce to lords; knights trained for battle and protected lands; nobles managed estates.

Role of the King in Feudal Society

Granted land to nobles in return for loyalty.

Role of Nobles in Feudal Society

Swore loyalty to the king and provided military support.

Role of Knights in Feudal Society

Fought for nobles and protected the land.

Role of Peasants in Feudal Society

Worked the land and paid rent through food or services.

Historical Concept: Evidence

Using sources (like documents, artifacts, or accounts) to support historical conclusions.

Historical Concept: Continuity and Change

Identifying what has stayed the same and what has changed over time.

Historical Concept: Cause and Effect

Understanding why events happened (causes) and what happened as a result (effects).

Historical Concept: Significance

Determining the importance of events and why they matter historically.

Historical Concept: Perspectives

Considering different viewpoints from people in the past and present.

Historical Concept: Empathy

Understanding the feelings and experiences of people from the past.

Historical Concept: Contestability

Recognizing that history can be interpreted in different ways and that some interpretations are debated.

Primary Source

An original record or object from the time being studied, such as diaries or artifacts.

Secondary Source

An interpretation or analysis based on primary sources, created after the time being studied.

Value of Empathy in History

It helps us emotionally connect with people of the past and understand their experiences.

Benefits of Using Empathy in History

Helps to see the human side of history, understand past actions, and appreciate different perspectives.

Criteria for Historical Significance

An event is significant if it caused real and lasting change and affected many people.

Significance of the Magna Carta

Laid the foundation for constitutional government and the idea that even the king must follow the law.

Event of the Signing of the Magna Carta

In 1215, King John was forced by rebel barons to sign a charter that limited royal power.

Significance of the Black Death

Caused massive population loss and long-term impacts on society and the economy.

What was the Black Death?

A deadly outbreak of bubonic plague in the 14th century that spread across Europe, Asia, and North Africa.

Significance of the Hundred Years' War

Led to the loss of English territory in France and reshaped European politics and warfare.

What was the Hundred Years' War?

A conflict between England and France over control of the French throne, lasting from 1337 to 1453.