Medieval Europe Quiz

What event marked the beginning of the Middle Ages in Europe?

• The coronation of Charlemagne

• The defeat of the Muslims at the Battle of Tours

• The fall of the Roman Empire

Which physical feature of Europe encouraged trade and helped the economy grow?

• Mountain ranges

• Wide rivers

• Deserts

Who became the first Germanic ruler to accept Catholic Christianity (because his wife was Catholic)?

• Clovis

• Charles Martel

• Charlemagne

Which group of invaders caused pain and suffering in Europe during the 900s?

• Magyars

• All of the above

• Vikings

• Muslims

What did the Vikings do besides raiding and attacking villages?

• Established the Holy Roman Empire

• Founded the territory of Normandy in France

• Defeated the Muslims at the Battle of Tours

What did the Rhine, Danube, Seine, and Po rivers provide for Europe?

• Irrigation for farmland

• Source of drinking water

• Protection from invaders

What was the major religion in Western Europe during the early medieval times?

• Islam

• Catholic Christianity

• Judaism

How did monks and nuns contribute to Medieval society?

• Took in orphans

• Opened hospitals and schools

• Attacked the Vikings

What conflict did the Pope and king have?

• Who had POWER to select bishops

• Who was going to heaven

• Who had power over the peasants

What power did the Pope have OVER the king?

• Decide if the king can go to heaven

• Decide who would work for the king

• Decide how much money the king received