WAEC Government 2001 Theory question 101

Land is the basis of wealth and power; ultimately owned by the king.
Hierarchy: king, lords/nobles, vassals/knights, serfs.
Land granted to vassals in return for loyalty and military service.
Serfs bound to the land, working it for the lord and paying tribute in kind, money or labour.
Lord acts as lawmaker, judge and military commander over his vassals.
Lord must protect his vassals and serfs.
Personal bond of loyalty (homage) between lord and vassal.
Land returns to the lord if a vassal dies without an heir.
Agricultural economy and little social mobility; privileges by birth.

Explain at least five characteristics.