The Medieval Period Crossword Puzzle

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Instruction: Select a cell, type in answers based on clues, and complete the puzzle.

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The Medieval Period, often referred to as the Middle Ages, was a time of significant cultural, political, and social change in Europe. Our crossword has been designed to test and expand your knowledge of this fascinating era. You might also end up learning something new about the feudal system, Gothic architecture, and the chivalric code of knights in the process. Also discover the significance of the Crusades, the impact of the Black Death, and the rise of the Renaissance. From towering castles to illuminated manuscripts, each clue offers a glimpse into the complex web of history woven during this time.

Challenge yourself to recall your knowledge of medieval Europe as you try to find the answers to these hints spanning warfare, religion, art, and culture. Are you ready to go on a journey through the Middle Ages? Solve the puzzle now!

The Medieval Period Clue List

Across

1. System of government where lords granted land to vassals.
2. Holy war sanctioned by the Church to reclaim the Holy Land.
3. Type of fortified residence for nobility and knights.
4. Medieval code of conduct for knights.
5. European military expeditions to capture Jerusalem from Muslim control.
6. Religious and military order formed during the Crusades.

Down

1. European architectural style characterized by pointed arches and ribbed vaults.
2. Period of cultural and economic revival in Europe during the 12th to 14th centuries.
3. Longbow-wielding infantry of medieval England.
4. Bubonic plague pandemic that devastated Europe in the 14th century.
5. Highly decorated illuminated manuscripts produced during the Middle Ages.
6. Medieval trade organization promoting commerce and mutual protection.