Post Classical Era Review

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What was the Feudal System in Medieval Europe?

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A decentralized system where kings granted land to nobles in exchange for loyalty and military service, while peasants worked the land for protection.

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How did the Church influence power in Medieval Europe?

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The Church provided legitimacy and moral authority, influencing monarchs and helping them maintain control over their territories.

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What was Manorialism?

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An economic system that supported feudalism, where lords controlled large estates to ensure agricultural productivity and stability.

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What was the strategic advantage of the Byzantine Empire?

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Its location at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, with Constantinople as a major trade hub.

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What were Justinian's contributions to the Byzantine Empire?

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He expanded the empire's borders and implemented legal reforms that helped sustain power.

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What was the role of the Church in the Byzantine Empire?

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It legitimized imperial rule and aligned with the emperor, who was seen as God's representative on Earth.

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What characterized the Tang Dynasty's rise to power?

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Military conquest and land reforms that stabilized the empire.

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How did the Song Dynasty gain power?

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Through economic prosperity, trade, and technological innovation.

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What was the significance of the Silk Roads during the Tang and Song Dynasties?

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They facilitated trade and cultural exchange, connecting China to Central Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.

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What was the Islamic Caliphates' approach to governance?

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They often governed inclusively, embracing various cultures and ethnic groups.