Charlemagne and the Carolingian Empire

Charlemagne, born in 747, was the King of the Franks and later became the Holy Roman Emperor. His reign was marked by continuous warfare, religious influence, and cultural development. He expanded his empire through military conquests, including the Saxons, Lombards, and regions in Spain. Charlemagne was instrumental in spreading Christianity and supporting the papacy. His reign saw the Carolingian Renaissance, a revival of art, literature, and education. After his death in 814, his empire was divided among his sons, laying the foundation for modern France and the Holy Roman Empire.

In what year did Charlemagne become the King of the Franks?

• 814

• 771

• 768

• 747

Who did Charlemagne rule the Franks with until 771?

• King Desiderius

• Pope Leo III

• His uncle Bernard

• His brother Carloman

What was Charlemagne's primary goal in his campaign against the Saxons?

• To find new resources

• To expand trade routes

• To convert them to Christianity

• To form an alliance

Which group did Charlemagne help Pope Adrian I against in 774?

• The Saxons

• The Lombards

• The Basques

• The Avars

What was the outcome of Charlemagne's campaign in Spain?

• He formed an alliance with the Umayyad Caliphate

• He conquered the entire region

• He was forced to retreat

• He established a new kingdom

What cultural movement did Charlemagne encourage during his reign?

• The Reformation

• The Carolingian Renaissance

• The Enlightenment

• The Renaissance

In what year was Charlemagne crowned as the Holy Roman Emperor?

• 774

• 807

• 800

• 814

Which empire was Charlemagne's main rival by 807?

• The Lombard Kingdom

• The Umayyad Caliphate

• The Saxon Tribes

• The Byzantine Empire

What happened to Charlemagne's empire after his death?

• It was dissolved completely

• It remained united under a single ruler

• It was divided among his sons

• It was conquered by the Byzantines

Which future nations were influenced by the division of Charlemagne's empire?

• Italy and Greece

• Spain and Portugal

• France and the Holy Roman Empire

• England and Scotland