Question

Who were considered traitors in feudal Europe?

• A. The kings who competed with their vassals.
• B. The vassals who competed with their kings.
• C. The knights who competed with the peasants.
• D. The dukes who competed with the peasants.

Answer 1

The correct option is B The vassals who competed with their kings.

The vassals who formed new businesses were a problem. They grew rich and became a part of the ruling class and broke off their feudal agreements. This created a disparity between the feudal lords and their rich vassals. Eventually, the vassals even began to compete with the kings, which proved to be a threat to the unity of their region. Such vassals were termed as traitors.