Knights Flashcards
1
Q
The stages in becoming a knight
A
- Page
- Squire
- Knight
2
Q
Page
A
Training began at age 7.
3
Q
What was a page taught?(7)
A
- to be polite
- to serve God
- to ride and hunt
- to understand the role of a knight
- chivalry
- read and write
- loyalty his lord
4
Q
Squire
A
If the page showed promise at 14 they’d become a squire
5
Q
What was a squire taught? (5)
A
- how to look after the knights Armor
- weaponry and horses
- social graces
- cultural pursuits
- military skills
6
Q
What would a squire hold to show what rank he had achieved?
A
A sword and shield
7
Q
Knight
A
At 21 they were eligible for knighthood
8
Q
Code of chivalry = who were nights loyal to
A
God / Catholic Church
9
Q
Code of chivalry: who were they dedicated to helping
A
Those who were weak
10
Q
Code of chivalry = who were they willing to fight for?
A
Women
11
Q
What were tournaments used for
A
Knights to practise their skills
12
Q
Jousting =
A
Horses with a big stick
