Unit 5: Middle Ages

The fall of what Empire led to the beginning of the middle ages?

• Roman Empire

• Mongol Empire
• Ottoman Empire
• Byzantine Empire

Which of the following best summarizes the middle ages?

• A period of feudalism, religious influence, a lack of new ideas and general chaos

• An era characterized by global exploration and colonization.
• A time of industrial revolution and technological advancement.
• A period dominated by secularism.

The battle where the Muslim army was stopped from advancing into Rome was the battle of Tours.

• False

• True

What did Charlemagne accomplish in his lifetime?

• Charlemagne united Western Europe, expanded the Frankish Empire, and was crowned Emperor of the Romans.
• Charlemagne was the first President of France.
• Charlemagne discovered America in 1492.
• Charlemagne was a famous artist in the Renaissance.

What is the name of the empire Charlemagne established?

• Roman Empire
• Byzantine Empire
• Charmander Empire

• Holy Roman Empire

Feudalism is a type of government based on how much gold someone has.

• False

• True

What power did the catholic church have in the middle ages?

• The Catholic Church was primarily focused on scientific advancements.
• The Catholic Church had immense power in all aspects of life, including the promise of salvation.

• The Catholic Church had no influence over kings.
• The Catholic Church only controlled local communities.

Which of the following best defines cannon law?

• A set of laws governing international trade.
• A framework for civil law in secular courts.
• The law that regulates church power and checks the kings power.

• A collection of historical documents from the Middle Ages.

What was the main goal of the Crusades?

• To establish trade routes to India.
• To conquer European territories.
• To reclaim the Holy Land (Jerusalem ) from Muslim control.

• To spread Christianity in Asia.

What was the motivation for people to fight in the crusades?

• Political alliances and treaties.
• Desire for adventure and exploration.
• Seeking revenge for past conflicts.
• The promise of salvation.