Unit 2 Review 2025

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What was an important cause of the rise of feudalism in Europe?

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weakness of central government authority

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Which action is linked to the spread of the Black Death to Europe during the 14th century?

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trade with Asia

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After the fall of Rome, the eastern portion of the Roman Empire became known as the

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Byzantine Empire

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Which European institution during the Middle Ages is best described by the statement: “All things were under its domain…its power was such that no one could hope to escape its scrutiny.”?

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the Church

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What inference can be drawn from the location of the church in this drawing?

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Religion played a significant role in the lives of the residents.

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Base your answer to the following question on the quotation below and on your knowledge of social studies.
"the...relationship was essentially a contract between lord and vassal which was defined and enforced by mutual agreement.... It was assumed that lord and vassal had a common interest—the welfare of the fief."
—Sidney Painter
Which political system is described in this quotation?

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feudalism

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An important long-term result of the Crusades in the Middle East was the

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increased tension between Muslims and Christians

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What was one important effect of the Crusades on western Europe?

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furthered cultural diffusion throughout western Europe

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Which groups of people were most closely associated with the spread of the Black Death?

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merchants and pilgrims

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Which was a characteristic of feudalism?

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Land was exchanged for military service and obligations.