Manor Law, Justice, and Crime
Explore the intricate world of Manor Law in this engaging exercise, where students will examine the historical context of justice and crime in medieval society, role-playing as judges, villagers, and outlaws to debate legal cases and understand the societal implications of law enforcement in the manor system.
Questions
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Where were local legal disputes and minor crimes settled on the estate?
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Who usually presided over the manor court as judge?
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What was 'Trial by Ordeal'?
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What practice involved a physical combat duel between accuser and accused?
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What was a common wooden device used to publicly humiliate minor offenders?
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What was the 'Hue and Cry' in medieval villages?
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What common punishment was given for minor infractions like letting cattle stray?
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What status was given to a criminal who fled justice and lost all legal protection?
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Who maintained written records of manor court proceedings?
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What system grouped ten neighboring families to be responsible for each other's behavior?
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Which severe penalty was reserved for major crimes like treason or murder?
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What was the main goal of the manor justice system?