Crusades

Jerusalem was reconcerd on

Who fought in the Crusades? (Choose Two)

• Jews

• Muslims

• Buddhists

• Christians

Why did people join the Crusades? Select all that apply.

• They wanted their sins forgiven

• They wanted to get into heaven

• They wanted to retake the Holy Land

• They wanted to claim treasure

How did Cathars differ from Catholics?

• In the 10th century, people mostly were still pagans in Europe, while in the 11th century most of the people had converted to Christianity.

• In the 10th century, there was no opposition to the Vatican, while in the 11th century the Reformation began and brought about opposition.

• Catholics accepted the sacraments and the physical birth and death of Jesus, while Cathars rejected these dogmas.

• In the 10th century, there was no widespread education, while the invention of the printing press in the 11th century caused a decrease in the number of people going to church.

How long did the first crucade last ?

• 5 years

• 7 years

• 9 years

• 11 years

How did the 10th century differ to the 11th in regards to religion?

• In the 10th century, there was no widespread education, while the invention of the printing press in the 11th century caused a decrease in the number of people going to church.

• In the 10th century, there was no opposition to the Vatican, while in the 11th century the Reformation began and brought about opposition.

• In the 10th century, people mostly were still pagans in Europe, while in the 11th century most of the people had converted to Christianity.

• In the 10th century, people mostly lived in rural areas, while the rising number of cities in the 11th century caused an increase of accusations regarding heresy.

What do you think is the best way to respond when a Muslim friend confronts you about the Crusades?

• Bring it on

• Discuss whose fault it was

• Listen and dialogue

• Blame the Pope

Why did the pope call for a crusade in the 11th century?

• To defeat the rising Ottoman threat in Europe.

• To take back control of the Holy Land.

• To expel all of the heretics from the church.

• To prevent the reformation of the church.

The crusades were wars between Christians and 

• Hindus
• Buddhists
• Muslims
• Catholics

Which dilemma was faced by both ancient Romans and people of the High Middle Ages?

• How to balance reason without questioning faith.

• How to rectify holy war with Christian teachings.

• What happens to the human soul after death.

• How to enforce law and order while protecting personal liberties.