Medieval and Early European History Flashcard

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Which of these was a result of the fall of Rome? Options: the decline of Christianity, the lack of a central government, an end to attacks by barbarians, the growth of a strong economy

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the lack of a central government

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What belongs in the empty box to complete the cause-and-effect diagram? (top box = Fall of Rome, middle box = empty, bottom box = Rise of feudalism)

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Increase in attacks

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What was the purpose of feudalism?

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It provided people with protection and safety by establishing a stable social order.

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For which achievement is Charlemagne most remembered?

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He united much of Europe.

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Which of the following best describes the Vikings?

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Northern people who made quick, fierce raids on European villages

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A king gave his most important lords fiefs, which were

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grants of land.

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Why did William of Normandy invade England in 1066?

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He believed he had the right to be the king of England.

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Social class in the Middle Ages was determined mainly by

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birth.

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What do these medieval items have in common? • stone wall • castle moat • knight’s armor

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They describe forms of military technology.

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Which of the following was a main job of medieval ladies? managing the household, selling the manor's goods, negotiating with feudal lords, teaching boys to be knights

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managing the household