Asked by Sonja Knezic on Jun 18, 2024

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Which of the following statements about the English feudal system and disposition of property is false?

A) The lords and knights essentially had a life estate.
B) The lords and knights had only the right to use the land.
C) A landowner's rights in land terminated upon his death.
D) The king owned his castle and each lord and knight owned their own land.

English Feudal System

A hierarchical system of land ownership and duties in medieval England, centered around the king granting land to lords in exchange for military service.

Disposition

The act of selling, giving, or transferring ownership or control of property or assets.

Life Estate

A property interest that lasts for the life of the holder, allowing use of the property for their lifetime but not the right to sell it.

  • Understand the historical and legal foundations of the English feudal system and property disposition principles.
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Tiana GondolaJun 24, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
In the English feudal system,the king owned all land.The lords and knights had only the right to use land for their lifetime.A landholder's rights in land terminated upon his death,and no rights descended to his heirs.In 1215,the king granted the nobility the right to pass their interest in the land they held to their heirs.Later,that right was extended to all property owners.