FEUDALISM POWERPOINT

Notes
1. What is the Latin origin of the word medieval?
2. Name three levels of the feudal pyramid that are part of the nobility or
aristocracy.
3. What are the two key elements of feudalism?
4. How did feudalism develop after the death of Charlemagne?
5. Who were the three invaders that helped feudalism develop?
6. What is a castle keep?
7. What word comes from the medieval word donjon?
8. What happens in the great hall?
9. Fill in the chart with descriptions of each part of the castle.
CASTLE
PART
Moat

Inner Bailey

Garderobe

DESCRIPTION

Battlements

Arrow loops

Drawbridge

Portcullis

10. Why did knights have a coat of arms?

11. Describe the following:
Peasants diet

Lords diet