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SHS BENSON
MA-WARFARE
15
History
9th Grade
03/02/2008

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China
Definition

Where was gunpowder invented?

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In Cannons
Definition
How was gunpowder first used in western Europe?
Term
Chivalry
Definition
What was the knight's code of behavior called?
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Chain Mail
Definition

During the Middle Ages, what were coats made of metal links and rings called?

Term

The Crossbow

Definition
What weapon was developed that made chain mail ineffective?
Term
Lay Siege
Definition
What was the surest way of capturing a castle?
Term
Store inside the castle plenty of food and water.
Definition
What was the most important defense against a siege?
Term

A man who fought on horseback.

Definition
What was a "knight"?
Term
Page and Squire
Definition
What were the name of two stages of preparation required to become a knight?
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Heraldry
Definition
During the Middle Ages, badges of recognition worn in war were known as _______________.
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Coat of Arms
Definition
During the Middle Ages, a combination of symbols representing a family was known as a _____________.
Term
Chess
Definition
What board game closely resembles life in the Middle Ages?
Term
Touched his shoulder with a sword
Definition
What did a king do when he bestowed knighthood on a man?
Term

Gunpowder

Changing military tactics

Need for rapid movement of soldiers

Definition
List three things that lead to the end of the use of armor.
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In recognition of oustanding service to one's country
Definition
In modern times, people are still knighted for the following reason _____________________.
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