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The Middle Ages
vocabulary
Term | Definition |
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Feudal System | the system of protection and loyalties in the Middle Ages |
monarch | the top position in the feudal government |
lord | the second position in the feudal government a wealthy land owner |
lady | the second position in the feudal government a wealthy land owner |
noble | the wealthiest class in feudal society Nobles are family members of the lords. |
pope | The head of the Catholic Church |
knight | a trained, armored horseman who fought wars in the Middle Ages, always noble by birth |
armor | the protective clothing, weapons, and shield worn by a knight |
chivalry | the behavior expected from a knight; fairness, courtesy, respect for women, and protection of the weak |
vassal | a person who served the king in exchange for land |
serf | a poor person who lives on and farms the land they are not free, but belong to the land |
archer | a person who uses a bow and arrow |
troubadour | a traveling poet or singer |
craftsman | a master of a craft, or profession |
peasant | a poor but free person who lives on and farms the land in exchange for protection |