Medieval History Crossword Puzzle

About the Medieval History Crossword Puzzle

This puzzle covers the Middle Ages, from feudal society and castle defenses to religious life, trade, and major historical figures. Look for terms such as vassal, trebuchet, monastery, Charlemagne, and the Black Death. It suits students studying medieval history, readers of historical fiction, and anyone curious about how people lived and ruled during this period.

This crossword draws on 44 clues about Medieval History. Each grid uses a different handful and fits them together a new way, so press New puzzle for another whenever you finish. The answers are in the answer key when you print, and behind the Reveal button when you play.

Sample clues

• •Religious community headed by an abbot (5 letters)
• •Fortified residence of a lord (6 letters)
• •Hinged entrance raised over a moat (10 letters)
• •Carved waterspout shaped like a creature (8 letters)
• •Mounted tournament sport with lances (8 letters)
• •Rural estate belonging to a lord (5 letters)
• •Community of religious residents (9 letters)
• •Flea-borne bacterial disease that struck medieval Europe (6 letters)

Teaching this topic or planning a party? Make your own crossword with your own words and clues.