Law And Order In The Middle Ages Quiz

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    Ordeal by Combat:If the accused was innocent, who gave the person extreme strength?

    • Jesus
    • God
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Explore the intriguing methods of justice in the Middle Ages with the 'Law and Order in the Middle Ages Quiz'. Assess your understanding of historical judicial practices like Ordeal by Cold Water, Ordeal by Bread, and Trial by Jury, introduced by King Henry II. Perfect for learners interested in history and medieval legal systems.

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    Ordeal by Bread:Could you chew on the bread when you were accused?

    • Yes

    • No

    Correct Answer
    A. No
    Explanation
    The question is asking if you could chew on the bread when you were accused. The answer is "No" because in an ordeal by bread, the accused person would be given a piece of bread to chew on. If they were able to chew and swallow the bread without any difficulty, it was believed that they were innocent. However, if they choked or had difficulty chewing, it was seen as a sign of guilt. Therefore, the correct answer is "No" because chewing on the bread would indicate guilt in this context.

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    Ordeal by Cold Water:Where would they dunk you, if you were accused and your Ordeal was by Cold Water?

    • Barrel, Bathtub

    • Bathtub, Lake

    • Barrel, Lake

    Correct Answer
    A. Barrel, Lake
    Explanation
    In the medieval practice of ordeal by cold water, the accused person would be dunked in both a barrel and a lake. The ordeal was believed to be a test of innocence or guilt, as it was believed that the pure water would reject the guilty and accept the innocent. The accused would be submerged in the barrel first and then in the lake to determine their fate. Therefore, the correct answer is "Barrel, Lake."

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    Ordeal by Fire:If the accused were forced to hold the piece of red-hot metal. The accused were ___________.

    Correct Answer
    guilty
    Explanation
    If the accused were forced to hold a piece of red-hot metal as a test, it implies that they were being subjected to a form of trial by fire. This practice was often used in medieval times as a way to determine guilt or innocence. If the accused were unable to hold the metal without being burned, it was seen as a sign of guilt. Therefore, the correct answer in this context would be "guilty".

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    Trial by Jury:Who introduced Trial by Jury?

    • King Arthur

    • King Henry

    • King Henry II

    Correct Answer
    A. King Henry II
    Explanation
    King Henry II introduced Trial by Jury. This legal system was established in England during the 12th century. It involved a group of impartial individuals, known as a jury, who would listen to the evidence presented in a trial and decide the guilt or innocence of the accused. King Henry II is credited with implementing this system as a way to ensure fair and unbiased judgments in legal proceedings.

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