Life in the Early Middle Ages Answers

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In addition to income, what else could a knight gain by participating in a tournament?

A
knighthood for their firstborn son
B
protection from their enemies
C
a higher position, such as lord
D
respect and honor
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In what way were the firstborn son of a knight and the firstborn son of a serf alike?

A
Both children would grow up to have the same roles as their parents.
B
Both children had to prove they were worthy of their position in society.
C
Both children took a vow of loyalty to their lords, just as their parents did.
D
Both children could choose their own occupation independent of their parents.
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The picture shows medieval peasants.

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A
Peasant women and men had very separate roles.
B
Peasant women mainly worked inside the home.
C
Peasant women mostly assisted men with their work.
D
Peasant women worked as hard as men.
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In what way were noble ladies and peasant women alike?

A
They both cared for children.
B
They both cooked and baked.
C
They both attended daily religious services.
D
They both managed the manor’s staff.
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Why was it so important for a knight to take a vow of loyalty to their lord?

A
The knight needed to be sure that the lord would protect them in exchange for their service as a skilled warrior.
B
The knight wanted to be sure that their son would inherit their position when either the knight or the lord died.
C
Because the lord was a Christian, it was essential for his knight to vow to become a Christian as well.
D
Since a knight was a skilled warrior, the lord could be in great danger if the knight betrayed him.

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