History Chapter 4

How was a town able to become independent of a feudal lord?

Towns became independent by purchasing a royal charter. A charter granted them the right to govern themselves, make laws, and raise taxes. Towns were governed by a mayor and a town council

Where were towns in medieval Europe often located, and why?

Towns were located around castles and monasteries and along trade routes because they were the center of trade.

Feudal Lord

a monarch, a noble, or a high-ranking Church official

How long was someone an apprentice?

7 years

Apprentice

A boy, around age 12 with permission from his parents, would learn from a master of a trade. The master agreed to house, feed, and train them.

What were guilds? Why were they established?

An organization that oversaw trade and the production of goods. They were established to help and protect their members doing certain kind of work

How did guilds help their members and the families of their members?

Guilds paid for fairs and festivals. They took care of members and their families who were sick and unable to work.

When was that Late Middle Ages?

It lasted from 1000 to 1450 C.E

Permanent Resident

Merchants who lived and sold their wares in towns.

How can someone become a member of a guild?

The apprentice has to prove to the guild that they have mastered their trade. So they have to make a "master piece." If the guild approves, the apprentice becomes a master of that trade.

What contributed to the growth of towns in medieval Europe?

The improvements in agriculture created a surplus of crops so not everyone had to grow crops to feed themselves. And the comeback in the trade business.