Exercise
Peasants and Serfdom
Explore the lives and struggles of peasants and serfs in medieval society through this interactive learning path, where you'll uncover the social hierarchies, economic challenges, and daily routines that shaped their existence. Engage with primary source documents and multimedia resources to gain a deeper understanding of their pivotal role in feudal systems!
Questions
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What was the primary difference between a free peasant and a serf?
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What was the required work serfs did on the lord's personal land called?
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Which material was commonly used to build peasant homes on the manor?
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What was the staple food of a medieval peasant's diet?
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What permission did a serf need to obtain from the lord?
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On which days were peasants typically allowed to rest from farm work?
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How could a runaway serf legally gain freedom under traditional custom?
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What percentage of their income/crops were peasants expected to pay to the Church as tithe?
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At what age did peasant children typically begin helping with farm work?
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What clothing was typical for peasant men and women?
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Why did peasants rarely travel more than a few miles from their birth village?
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What was the main benefit a serf received in exchange for hard labor?