Feudal Societies

The ninth century gave rise to feudal societies. These societies contained a strict hierarchical system of power based around land ownership and protection. The nobility, known as lords, placed vassals in charge of pieces of land. In return for the resources that the land provided, vassals promised to fight for their lords.

These individual pieces of land, known as fiefdoms, were cultivated by the lower class. In return for maintaining the land, peasants were guaranteed a place to live and protection from outside enemies. Power was handed down through family lines, with peasant families serving lords for generations and generations. Ultimately, the social and economic system of feudalism would fail, replaced by capitalism and the technological advances of the industrial era.

Q. Which of the following best describes a feudal society?

Select the Correct Answer:
Peasant families governed large plots of land in return for resources
A system in which people owned fiefdoms that were maintained for their resources
A hierarchy in which peasants worked plots of land for the owners
A lineage based economic and social system

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30 Reading Questions for TOEFL Prep - Group 3

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