Q.1.
The vast majority of people in England during the Middle Ages were obliged to serve their master by farming his land or going to war if necessary. What is the name given to these people?
Q.2.
Peasants, when called to war by their masters, were often only armed with farm implements or makeshift clubs. Why was this?
Q.3.
What kind of armour would a typical peasant wear to battle?
Q.4.
For how long was a man obliged to stay away from home when serving his master in war?
Q.5.
Healthcare was virtually non-existent for peasants who were injured in battle. What proportion of people in some towns were said to be getting by with unhealed breaks to their arms or legs?
Q.6.
The most dominant weapon of the Middle Ages was the longbow and every man was expected to train in its use. Which pastime was banned in order to achieve this?
Q.7.
Medieval society was divided into three parts: those who fought, those who worked and which other group?
Q.8.
One battle in the Wars of the Roses involved an army which was actually led by a peasant. Which battle was this?
Q.9.
Villeins were subject to their lord's service for life but there was one way out of this bondage. If one fled to a city, he would become a freeman after how long?
Q.10.
With Henry the VII's victory in The Wars of the Roses it was no longer compulsory for peasants to serve their lords in war. Why did this happen?