medieval times Flashcards
what was the medieval times also called
middle ages
when were the medieval times
fall of rome till the 16th century
what system was used for society
the feudal system
outline the feudal system
king to the barons to the knights to the peasants
why was the feudal system used
to oeganise the ownership of land
why did people marry
it was not for love it was to link important families together
what was the role of the lady of the castle
to run everything for example baking, brewing etc.
she gave directions to the servants
what were the castles called
motte and bailey
why were castles built (3)
to defend land
to live in
to provide shelter and protection
what was a motte
mound of earth that a keep was built on
what was a bailey
was a courtyard
flat area
name 4 things a castle consisted of
motte
bailey
moat
drawbridge
what were motte and bailey castles replaced with
stone castles
how were castles attacked (8)
help of a traitor
by surprise
under siege
catapults
scaling ladders
battering rams
crossbows
tunneling
who were knights
specially trained fighters
