Question: Which of the following describes the relationship between lords and vassals under the feudal system?

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Group of answer choices

Lords represented the political interests of vassals in exchange for labor.

Lords gave land to vassals in exchange for loyalty and military service.

Lords allowed vassals to farm on their manors in exchange for food and other goods.

Lords provided knights to escort vassals on trade missions in exchange for payment.

Answer 1

The correct description of the relationship between lords and vassals under the feudal system is:

Lords gave land to vassals in exchange for loyalty and military service.

This captures the core aspect of feudal relationships, where lords provided land (known as fiefs) to vassals, who in return pledged loyalty and agreed to provide military service when required.