| A | B |
| Hierarchy | A group of people classified by rank and authority |
| Vassal | A person who receives land and protection in exchange for loyalty |
| Feudalism | System in which a lord provided protection in exchange for loyalty and service |
| Guild | A union of people who practice a trade |
| Chivalry | Set of rules followed by knights |
| Great Schism | Division of the Eastern and Western Christian church |
| Laity | Ordinary members of The Church |
| Doctrine | Official teachings of the church |
| Clergy | Ordained church officials; bishop, priest, cardinal, etc. |
| Manor | large estate with serfs given by the King in exchange of loyalty and service |
| Excommunication | To kick out of the Church |
| Fief | Something of value given to someone in exchange of their loyalty and service |
| Icon | Religious artwork of people or scenes used to teach illiterate Christians about the faith |
| Schism | A break or separation into two parts |