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According to this documentary, during what time period did Europe fall into the Dark Ages? When did it emerge from this difficult period? | it fell into the Dark Ages on August 24th 3rd Century and emerged from it in the 12th Century |
One of the commentators in this documentary refers to Rome as the "mother of the world." What do you think this phrase means? What were the consequences of the fall of Rome for the rest of Europe? | Everyone looked up to Rome. Rome supplied everyone. They had technology and sanitation. Other Emperors were conquered. |
During the Dark Ages, most of Europe experienced what one historian calls an "undeniable downshift in society's progress." What were some examples of reversal of progress during the Dark Ages that you learned about from watching this program? | 1. Some of the other emperors were conquered. 2. Diseases like small pox entered 3. important sewers and aqueducts were lost |
Why was Clovis an important historical figure during the Dark Ages? What was the significance of his conversion to Christianity? | He was the King of France and was the biggest King at the time. He converted to Christianity, which was the beginning of France becoming Christian and he was responsible for Europe converting to Christianity. |
Describe the Byzantine Emperor Justinian and the Empress Theodora. What was significant about their rule? Why do you think they were ultimately unable to hold on to power in Constantinople? | Justinian changes law to marry Theodora. He also gave her half power, which was very uncommon and significant then. Money and lack of people made them unable to hold on to power in Constantinople |
What were the consequences of the Plague throughout Europe? How do you think it changed the daily lives of those who survived the scourge, both in the short term and in the long term? | Almost everybody got sick. Symptoms: fever, chills, excruciating pains behind ears and getting lesions on your body. 100 million died. 50 % of the population is gone. Europe moved back 1000 years in technology. |
Why do you think the work of monks is mentioned in this documentary? Why were their studies unique during the Dark Ages? What do you think were the challenges of their lifestyle during this era? | The monks were the only literate people. It had a distinct command. There were certain fines for everything. It regulated life-challenges |
Why do you think Charlemagne is considered one of the "most illuminating figures of the "Dark Ages"? What were his major contributions to European history? | He brings back literacy. He never lost a military conquest. He establishes real schools and got the economy up and going. |
What role did militarized knights and Vikings play during the Dark Ages? Why do you think there was so much violence and chaos during this time period? | They made misery and suffering for everyone. It was their response of people trying to fight them off. There was threat all the time. |
How, when, and why did the first Crusade transpire? How long did the Crusades last? | The first Crusades began in 1095. they lasted 200 years. Soldiers were itching for battle. They battled for Jerusalem. They looked at it as a vengeance on behalf of Jesus. Pope Urban II declared the first Crusade |
How did Europe finally emerge from the Dark Ages? What are some of the reasons this documentary gives for the decline of the Dark Ages and the onset of the Middle Ages? | People stopped fighting. They sent guys off to other countries and found things Europe had lost, such as reading and architectural skills. They bring back book. Pepper was also in demand for Europe. This rekindles to knowledge and trade with other country |