Across
- 2. A system where kings gave land to nobles in return for loyalty and service.
- 6. d'état A sudden takeover of government, usually by force.
- 9. A machine used during the French Revolution to cut off heads quickly.
- 10. Monarchy A king or queen with total power over a country.
- 11. When peasants had to live and work on a lord's land without freedom to leave.
- 12. Monarchy A king or queen whose power is limited by a constitution of laws.
Down
- 1. The time in Europe around 500-1500, also known as the Middle Ages.
- 3. A period (1600s-1700s) when people used reason and science to challenge old ideas about government, religion, and society.
- 4. The middle class, especially merchants, bankers, and professionals.
- 5. A written set of rules or laws about how a country is run.
- 7. A tax where people gave one-tenth of what they earned to the church.
- 8. Strong pride and loyalty to your nation or people.