Flashcards on European History and English Language Practice
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Middle Ages - General History
11 cards
Card 1
Question: Who was at the top of the social pyramid in the Middle Ages, and who was at the lowest level?
Answer: At the top was the king. Below them were the barons (landowners), then the knights, and at the lowest level were the peasants and serfs who worked the
Card 2
Question: Name two activities people used to do 800 years ago that are different from today, using 'used to' in your answer.
Answer: 800 years ago, people used to travel by horse and used to drink beer instead of tea. (They also used to eat with knives and their fingers because they
Card 3
Question: What did the Magna Carta of 1215 say about the king and the law?
Answer: The Magna Carta, signed by King John in 1215, stated that the king was not above the law and had to obey it like everyone else.
Card 4
Question: What happened to England's population during the Black Death of 1348?
Answer: The Black Death of 1348 was a terrible disease that killed almost half of England's population.
Card 5
Question: What is the famous story of the 'sword in the stone,' and what is known about Arthur's historical existence?
Answer: Legend says that King Arthur pulled the sword Excalibur from a stone. It's a mix of history and legend; it's not known for certain if Arthur was a rea
Card 6
Question: Why did the Hundred Years' War between England and France last so long?
Answer: Because the kings of England believed they had a right to the French throne, which led to a prolonged conflict (1337–1453).
Card 7
Question: Using 'used to,' what drink did people consume 800 years ago and why?
Answer: 800 years ago, people used to drink beer because the water was often not safe.
Card 8
Question: Why didn't people use forks for meals 800 years ago?
Answer: They didn't use forks; they ate with knives and their fingers because forks didn't become widespread until centuries later.
Card 9
Question: Why is the 1265 parliament, convened by Simon de Montfort, considered the 'beginning of democracy'?
Answer: Because in 1265, Simon de Montfort brought together elected members in a parliament for the first time, marking an early start to democracy.
Card 10
Question: What was the Tower of London used for in 1100, and what did Ranulf Flambard do to escape?
Answer: In 1100, the Tower of London was used as a prison. Ranulf Flambard escaped by giving wine to the guards to get them drunk, then climbing out a window.