1. The Development of Feudalism in Western Europe
Chapter 2
The Development of Feudalism in Western Europe
Prereading Page 1 2 3 4
Directions: There are six key terms in Chapter 2: Christianity, Charlemagne, feudalism, fief, serf, and chivalry. Pick 2 key terms to complete the diagrams to the right.
In the center of each circle, write 1 of the key terms from Chapter 2.
In box 1, describe the term in your own words.
In box 2, compare the term to one thing it is similar to and contrast the term to one thing it is different from.
In box 3, list 3 words the term brings to mind.
In box 4, sketch a picture to represent the term.
Directions: For the other 4 key terms, write the definition from the textbook on the lines below.
Definition: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________Definition: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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2. What is the title of the chapter?
List the section titles below.
Quickly sketch 2 images from the chapter in the boxes below. Underneath each box, using complete sentences, write a caption that explains what you think is going on in the picture/your sketch.
Caption:
Based on the information above, write 2 predictions in complete sentences about what you will learn in this chapter.
Read the chapter summary on the last page of the chapter. Write 1 complete sentence that explains what you think is the main idea of the chapter.

3. I define loyalty as….
A situation when loyalty was important was when….

4. Section 2.2: Western Europe During the Middle Ages
What did the Franks’ new style of warfare depend on?
Why was loyalty important to the Franks?
How did Charlemagne’s relationship with the Catholic Church benefit both of them?
How did Charlemagne earn the nickname, the “King Father of Europe”?
Define feudalism.
Why was there a need for order after Charlemagne’s death?
Who were the Vikings, and what were they best known for?

5. Section 2.3: Feudalism: Establishing Order
In the boxes with the downward pointing arrows, write an example of what each level of feudal society gave to the level beneath it. In the boxes with the upward pointing arrows, write an example of what each level of feudal society gave to the level above it.
Monarch/King
Nobles/Lords
Peasants/Serfs
Explain why some peasants, known as serfs, were said to be “tied” to the land they worked.
How was social class determined in the Middle Ages?

6. Section 2.3: Additional Notes (to be taken in class)

7. Section 2.4: Monarchs During Feudal Times
Monarchs believed in the “divine right of kings.” What does this mean?
Describe 2 reasons why William the Conqueror was an important monarch.
a.)
b.)

8. Section 2.5: Lords and Ladies During Feudal Times
Sketch a typical manor house in medieval Europe. Be sure to include not only the house but also the surrounding area.
What are 3 responsibilities the lords had in the feudal system?
a.)
b.)
c.)
What are 3 responsibilities of noblewomen in the feudal system?
a.)
b.)
c.)

9. Section 2.6: Knights During Feudal Times
In the first stage of becoming a knight, a boy is referred to as a __________.
How old is a boy when he begins the first stage of becoming a knight? __________.
Describe 3 things a boy learns or does during the first stage of becoming a knight:
In the second stage of becoming a knight, a boy is referred to as a __________.
How old is a boy when he begins the second stage of becoming a knight? __________.
Describe 5 things a boy learns or does during the second stage of becoming a knight:

10. Section 2.6: Knights During Feudal Times, continued
A man typically completes his training to become a knight in his early __________.
Describe the religious ceremony in which a man becomes a knight.
Describe 3 responsibilities of knights in the feudal system:
Knights followed chivalry, which was…

11. Section 2.7: Peasants During Feudal Times
What is the difference between free peasants and serfs?
What are 3 responsibilities of the peasants in the feudal system?
c.)
a.)
b.)
What are 3 difficulties or challenges of being a peasant or serf?
a.)
b.)
c.)