Middle Ages

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What time period does the term “Middle Ages” refer to?

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1,000 years from the fall of Rome to the Italian Renaissance

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Which of the following best describes the political situation in Britannia after the fall of Rome? A strong centralized government, A lawless land ruled by warlords, A peaceful society of farmers, A united kingdom under one ruler

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A lawless land ruled by warlords

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According to the video, what did medieval Europeans use to preserve meat? Options: sugar, Vinegar, salt, Smoke

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salt

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What was the primary form of economy in Europe after the fall of Rome?

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Bartering

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What was the popular belief in the 19th century about medieval hygiene?

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People never washed at all

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How did the average life expectancy during the Dark Ages compare to today?

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Significantly lower than today

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Which group primarily preserved ancient texts during the Dark Ages?

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The clergy

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What does the video suggest about the interactions during the Middle Ages?

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There were large-scale interactions across various cultures

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What type of social class was beginning to emerge during the Dark Ages?

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Clergy

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How did life in major cities compare to rural areas during the Dark Ages?

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Cities were squalid and overpopulated.