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Medieval Europe Quiz
Concepts/events covered in the PowerPoint over of Medieval Europe
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Why is this period called the "Middle Ages?" | “The Middle Ages”—This refers to the fact that this time is situated between Classical Europe and more modern times. “Medieval” comes from the Latin medium aevum, which translates loosely as “Middle Ages.” |
| Why are the Middle Ages often referred to as the "Dark Ages?" | “The Dark Ages”—This was a term used in the 15th and 16th centuries by those who believed the era lacked social or artistic worth—a somewhat unfair criticism. Historians generally avoid using this overly judgmental term. |
| The Middle Ages falls between what 2 periods of World History? | Classical civilization of Rome & Greece and Modern Times of the Renaissance and today |
| The Middle Ages can be broken down into what three time periods, each made distinctive by major civilization-changing events? | Early (c. 500–1000), High(c. 1000–1300), and Late (c. 1300–1500) Middle Ages |
| What event marked the start of the Middle Ages? | Fall of Western Roman Empire |
| The Huns and Magyars were from where? | Asia |
| The Ostrogoths were from where? | Italian peninsula |
| The Visigoths were from where? | modern-day Spain |
| The Angles and Saxons were from where? | modern-day Britain |
| The Franks were from where? | central Europe |
| What did Clovis do? | Established a Frankish kingdom in central Europe Conquered many competing tribes and regional Roman political leaders Converted to Christianity |
| What did Charlemagne do? | Was powerful leader, strong Christian Created the Carolingian Empire Was crowned by Pope Leo III as the first Holy Roman Emperor |
| Who were the raiders from Scandinavia? | The Vikings |
| What was feudalism? | A political, economic, and social system in which land was allocated in exchange for services; roles and obligations were clearly defined for all participants |
| Where did the concept of feudalism originate from? | Grew out of Roman practices of clientage/patronage |
| Why did feudalism develop? | Originally developed as a means of protection and defense |
| Who was at the top of the feudal system? | Monarch |
| Who was at the bottom of the feudal system? | Peasants |
| Knights were elite soldiers that usually came from what class? | Noble classes |
| What was the point of medieval tournaments? | Means for knights to practice military skills |
| What were 3 purposes of a castle? | Intimidation Military defense Residence |
| Who was at the top of the Catholic Church hierarchy? | The Pope |
| What were monasteries? | secluded religious communities |
| Why did monasteries develop? | Arose as a reaction against the increasing “worldliness” of the Church |
| What was Benedictine monasticism? | Strict form of monasticism that included vows of chastity, poverty, and obedience |
| What was the purpose of the Inquisition? | special court established by the Church to combat heresy Accused heretics sometimes tortured Convicted heretics burned at the stake |
| William the Conqueror, king of the Normans, brought was to England when he conquered it in 1066? | Feudalism |
| What did the Magna Carta do? | Limited power of the monarch Formally recognized that the king was not above the law |
| What did Parliament do? | Approved taxes, discussed policies, worked with the monarch to make laws |
| After the fall of Rome, Italy broke up into several what? | city-states |
| Which group took control of Spain in the 8th century? | Muslims |
| What were 3 Muslims innovations brought to Europe? | Agriculture Architecture Math and science |
| What was the Reconquista? | truggle between Christians and Muslims to control Spain |
| What were the 3 goals of the Crusades? | Convert nonbelievers Eliminate heretics Regain control of the Holy Land from the Muslims |
| What did Pope Urban II promise those who fought in the Crusades? | Spiritual rewards such as the forgiveness of sins |
| What happened in the First Crusade? | 1096: Mostly French knights Captured Jerusalem in 1099 Crusader states Jerusalem taken by Muslim forces under Saladin in 1187 |
| What were 2 results of the Crusades? | Increased trade Religious tensions arose |
| Why was the Hundred Years' War fought? | Struggles between French and English royal families over who would rule either country Conflicts over territory, trade |
| What was the outcome of the Hundred Years' War? | England had early victories The French eventually expelled the British from mainland Europe |
| Who was Joan of Arc? | Heroine of the war Had visions that told her to free France Fought with the army Captured, burned at the stake |
| Where did the Plague originate? | China |
| What were some "cures" used my medieval doctors to cure the Plague? | Doctors wore strange costumes Bathing in human urine Wearing excrement Placing dead animals in homes Wearing leeches Drinking molten gold and powdered emeralds Burning incense to get rid of the smell of the dead |
| How did the Plague affect Medieval Europe? | Killed 25–30 million Europeans Undermined faith in religion Economy Culture influenced |
| What are illuminated manuscripts? | Hand-copied books illustrated by monks during the Middle Ages |
| What is the legacy of the Medieval era? | Transitional period New kingdoms evolved (England, Spain, France) The Church became a dominant force Modern institutions originated (universities, Parliament) |
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