Middle Ages Pre-Test

Front

Which event, more than any other, signified the beginning of the "dark ages" in Europe?

Back

The collapse of the Roman Empire

Front

Why was the time immediately following the fall of Rome called the Dark Ages?

Back

There was little formal education for the masses.

Front

What was the official religion in most of Europe during the Middle Ages? Options: Islam, Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism

Back

Christianity

Front

What religious position holds the most power? Options: Pope, Archbishop, Diocese, Priest

Back

Pope

Front

Which of the following groups had the MOST political power? Options: vassals, serfs, lords, knights

Back

lords

Front

What impact did monasteries have on education?

Back

Monasteries became centers of learning that led to universities.

Front

How did monasteries help preserve Christian writings?

Back

Monks copied the Bible and other books.

Front

Spurred by Charlemagne's decree, who could go to school to mostly learn about religion?

Back

Males

Front

Medieval castles were large, beautiful, had dozens of private bedrooms and included many luxuries, such as indoor plumbing and ventilation system. True or False?

Back

False

Front

Serf's were

Back

legally tied to the manor and couldn't leave