Medieval Vocabulary
Middle Ages A period in European history that lasted from about 500 to about 1500 A.D. A time period btw Ancient times and Modern Times
Magna Carta An English Charter that limited royal power. Laws used to limit the power of the king.
Epidemic A disease that spreads quickly An outbreak
Domesday Book Made in 1086 for King William to keep track of all the people and property of England Like the Census
Monastery A community where monks live, study, and pray. A town area where monks live and work.
Serf A person who lived on and farmed feudal land. A peasant or farmer
Chivalry A Knights code of behavior Like Bushido….The rules knights follow.
Lady A women of nobility A rich or noble women