HISTORY
ANCIENT CHINA
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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The emperor would be in complete control
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Regional lords would pay more taxes
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Peasants had to swear loyalty to lords, but lived under their protection
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The serf provided his own food and clothing from his own productive efforts. A substantial proportion of the grain the serf grew on his holding had to be given to his lord. The lord could also compel the serf to cultivate that portion of the lord’s land that was not held by other tenants (called demesne land).
Detailed explanation-2: -The main idea of feudalism was that land was given in return for service. Consequently, lords had people (vassals) who could fight for them and the vassal had the protection of the lord. This relationship was based on loyalty.
Detailed explanation-3: -How did the feudal system protect a lord as well as his peasants? The manor had everything needed to live, and was surrounded by those sworn to protect it. A manor was surrounded by high walls and was impossible to invade. The lord became so powerful that invaders dared not approach his manor.