The Middle Ages: Introduction to the Middle Ages

What is another name for the Middle Ages?

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The Middle Ages is a long period in European history from about the 400s to 1400 AD. True or False?

• True

• False

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Fill in the blank: The Middle Ages began when the Roman Empire collapsed in Western Europe during the _____

• 5th century

• 6th century

• 7th century

• 8th century

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The Middle Ages is sometimes called the Dark Ages because:

• it was a period of cultural and economic deterioration.

• it was a time of great scientific advancement.

• it was known for its bright and colorful art.

• it was a period of peace and prosperity.

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The form of government known as feudalism during the Middle Ages was:

• Monarchy

• Feudalism

• Democracy

• Republic

The role of the vassal in the feudal system was to:

• Provide military service to the lord

• Collect taxes from peasants

• Rule over a kingdom

• Serve as a religious leader

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The group in charge of the religious life of the community during the Middle Ages was:

• The Nobility

• The Clergy

• The Merchants

• The Peasants

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The main force that kept Europe together during the Middle Ages was:

• The Roman Empire

• The Catholic Church

• Feudalism

• The Byzantine Empire

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During the medieval period, a series of wars called the Crusades took place. True or False?

• True

• False

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The Middle Ages came after/ is sometimes called

• The Dark Ages.

• The Roman Empire.

• The Beginning Ages.

• The British Empire.

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