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Life in the Early Middle Ages

Question 5 • FL-2109310-World History Sem 1 - Flex

Why was it so important for a knight to take a vow of loyalty to their lord?

Answer
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.