The Medieval Church and the Crusades

After the fall of Rome, what challenges did Western Europe face in the Middle Ages?

Because life in the Middle Ages was so ________, people had to find ways to survive.

What did feudalism offer to land-owning lords?

• Protection

• Wealth

• Power

• Education

What were castles built for in the Middle Ages?

• To protect the lord and his peasants

• To store food

• To hold court

• To conduct trade

List the hierarchy of the manorial system in medieval Europe, beginning at the top (most powerful) -->, next level of power/authority -->, etc.

What was the dominant religion in Western Europe during the Middle Ages?

• Islam

• Judaism

• Roman Catholicism

• Eastern Orthodoxy

How did the Catholic Church fill an important role in people's lives during the Middle Ages?

Who did local priests answer to in the Catholic Church hierarchy?

• The Pope

• The King

• The Emperor

• The Nobles

What was the Catholic Pope's role in Western Europe?

• Political leader

• Military leader

• Economic advisor

• Cultural icon

What were the consequences for Christians who violated Canon Law?