Crime, Punishment, Medieval Warfare Flashcards
What is a scold’s bridle?
A feudal punishment made to be worn by a nagging wife
Which courts dealt with charges relating to heresy?
Church courts
What was the medieval punishment involving hanging, pulling out intestines and being pulled apart by horses called?
Being drawn and quartered
Whose side was God on in a trial by combat?
The winner
Why were the mutilated remains of medieval torture victims left to rot in public places?
To warn others not to offend
“Common Law” or Law based on decisions made for similar trials in the past was initiated by which king?
King Henry II
What was the focus of many medieval battles?
Capturing an enemy’s stronghold
What document was thought of as being the first step of modern democracy?
Magna Carta
What was the rack?
A medieval torture instrument which pulled victims arms and legs out of their sockets
What was the Judas chair?
A medieval torture instrument where hundreds of spikes were pushed into a victims back
What was the Iron Maiden?
A medieval torture instrument of a women shaped box lined with spikes which enclosed the victim
What were younger sons of noble families wanting to improve their standing through military service called?
Men-at-arms
What was the common practice of noble medieval families adopting a badge or coat of arms called?
Heraldry
The adoption of full plate armour allowed for which changes to medieval weaponry from 1300 onwards?
Shields were less necessary, swords became larger made for two handed use
What was a motte and bailey castle?
A fortress built on a raised area with barns below
