Middle Ages - Crossword Puzzle

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  1. 2. The economy system in the Middle Ages.
  2. 5. Code was a collection of laws organized by a famous Byzantine emperor.
  3. 6. Weapon used with both hands, known for its power and accuracy, used by English archers during the medieval period.
  4. 8. A government ruled by a king or queen who inherits the position.
  5. 9. When one group enters an area to take control, often by force.
  6. 10. The grant of land given by a lord to a vassal.
  7. 12. Combined elements of ancient Greek and Roman culture, influencing later societies.
  8. 15. A title used for someone in a position of power or authority and owned a lot of land
  9. 16. A city in the Holy Land that holds significant religious importance for Christians, Jews, and Muslims, known for its historical and spiritual heritage.
  10. 18. A charter or "carta" of rights agreed to by King John of England, considered a foundational document for the rule of law
  11. 19. An age and time in European history from about the 5th century to the 15th century, after the fall of the Roman Empire.
  12. 20. To be barred or banished from the church and its sacraments.
  13. 21. A horrible plague that spread through Europe, killing a large portion of the population.
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  1. 1. A large fortified building that served as a home for a ruler or noble and a defensive structure.
  2. 3. The act of being saved from sin or its consequences, often associated with religious beliefs and the promise of eternal life.
  3. 4. Leader of the Catholic Church.
  4. 7. A mounted warrior of noble birth, trained in combat and the code of chivalry.
  5. 11. A political and where lords grant land (fiefs) to vassals in exchange for loyalty and military service.
  6. 13. A number of religious wars that took place during the Middle Ages.
  7. 14. A person who works the land, often a serf who is bound to the land.
  8. 17. A follower of Islam, a monotheistic religion that believes in the teachings of the prophet Muhammad and the Quran.
  9. 22. Eastern Roman Empire, known for its rich cultural heritage, art, and influence on Christianity during the medieval period.
  10. 23. A large artillery piece that uses gunpowder to fire projectiles, significant in war during the later Crusades.