Key Words and Medieval People

Flashcards based on lecture notes about Medieval Europe.

Anti-Semitism

Hatred of Jewish people.

Apprentice

A person learning a trade from a skilled employer.

Black Death

A devastating global epidemic of bubonic plague that struck Europe and Asia in the mid-1300s.

Feudal System

The system of social hierarchy and land ownership

Feudalism

A system of social, economic, and political organization in medieval Europe.

Fief

Land granted by a lord to a vassal in exchange for service.

Gothic and Romanesque

Styles of architecture used in medieval times.

Barons

Had to fight for the King and help him.

Castles

Defend land and provide a safe place to live

Barons

The main lords of the castle.

King's Court

Organized the country.

Lady of the Castle

Ensure the daily running of the castle. Was also responsible for the daughters education.

Medieval Society

Building Castles

Rule of St. Benedict

A system of rules and guidelines to regulate monastic life, emphasising obedience, poverty, and chastity