Middle Ages Crossword

Medieval / An adjective that means “related to the Middle
Feudalism / political and economic system of the Middle Ages; nobility offered serfs protection in return for
Serf / Peasant bound to the land; uneducated poor
Charter / Written document outlining the aims and principles of a united
Chivalry / Code of conduct for Knights; expected
Parliament / Legislature of England; members were
Magna Carta
Translated “great charter;” document that limited the power of the English monarch by returning rights to
Apprentice / A person who works with someone under contract in order to learn a
Absolute monarch / King or queen having total
Limited monarchy / A king or queen whose power is restricted by law or
Civil law / Laws dealing with private, not criminal, matters (ex – property ownership,
Schism / A division or separation;
Crusades / Military conflicts between Christians and
Patriarch / Leader of Eastern Orthodox Church; also refers to the male head of a family or male
Pope / Leader of the Roman Catholic Church; held political and religious
Icon / A picture or