Question 1

What are three terms that are often used to describe the period in European history after the fall of Rome?

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Dark Ages, Middle Ages, Medieval Ages

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Enlightenment, Renaissance, Industrial Revolution

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Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome

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Stone Age, Bronze Age, Iron Age

Question 2

Who was the first king of the 'Franks' and what did he do that was religiously important?

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Clovis I; He converted to Christianity

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Charlemagne; He built a grand cathedral

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Louis XIV; He established religious tolerance

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William the Conqueror; He introduced feudalism

Question 3

What was a long-lasting consequence of Charles Martel’s victory at Tours?

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Halting the Muslim expansion into Western Europe

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Establishing the Carolingian Dynasty

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Promoting religious unity

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Introducing the feudal system

Question 4

What action did Charlemagne take to improve the economy of his empire?

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He implemented a standardized currency

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He imposed heavy taxes on merchants

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He abolished trade routes

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He introduced a barter system

Question 5

What did Charlemagne do to improve education?

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He established a system of schools and promoted scholarship

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He encouraged vocational training

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He focused solely on military training

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He banned education to maintain ignorance

Question 6

What reward did Pope Leo III give for Charlemagne's protection?

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The title of Holy Roman Emperor

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A prestigious palace

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A powerful army

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A vast treasure

Question 7

What happened to Charlemagne's Empire after his son's death?

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It was divided into three separate kingdoms

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It remained united under Charlemagne's grandson

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It was absorbed by the Kingdom of England

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It was conquered by the Byzantine Empire

Question 8

Define 'oath'

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An oath is a solemn promise

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An oath is a type of religious ceremony

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An oath is a type of medieval currency

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An oath is a land granted to a vassal

Question 9

What code were knights expected to follow?

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The code of chivalry

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The code of warfare

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The code of honor

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The code of kings

Question 10

What were the two types of peasants in the Feudal System?

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Serfs and freemen.

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Merchants and artisans.

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Clergy and monks.

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Farmers and fishermen.

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Nobles and knights.

Question 11

How did Pope Gregory show Emperor Henry why he was the more powerful figure?

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By excommunicating him.

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By declaring war against him.

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By appointing him as a bishop.

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By granting him more land.

Question 12

What is the definition of 'excommunication'?

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Excommunication is the formal exclusion of a person from church

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Excommunication is the act of creating holy scriptures.

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Excommunication is the sacred book of a particular religion.

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Excommunication is the process of electing a new religious leader.

Question 13

What is the definition of 'monasticism'?

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Monasticism is the practice of living a life dedicated to religious devotion and self-discipline in a monastery or convent.

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Monasticism is the process of becoming a religious leader.

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Monasticism is the art of decorating religious manuscripts.

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Monasticism is the act of preaching in public places.

Question 14

What is the role of a medieval 'guild'?

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A medieval guild was an association of craftspeople or merchants working in the same profession, established to protect the interests of its members and regulate the trade.

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A medieval guild was a group of scholars and intellectuals.

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A medieval guild was a military organization focused on defending the kingdom.

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A medieval guild was a religious order dedicated to prayer and worship.

Question 15

What is the role of the Scriptorium in a monastery?

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The Scriptorium in a monastery is a dedicated room where monks meticulously copied and illuminated important texts by hand.

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The Scriptorium in a monastery is a place where monks practiced martial arts.

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The Scriptorium in a monastery is a room for meditation and prayer.

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The Scriptorium in a monastery is a designated space for communal meals.

Question 16

What did Pope Urban II do to respond to the challenges in the early 1,000s AD?

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Called for a Crusade

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Negotiated a treaty

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Built a fortress

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Excommunicated his enemies

Question 17

What is a relic?

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An old object used in religious worship

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A medieval weapon

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A type of precious gem

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A form of ancient currency

Question 18

What did the Crusaders have to agree to with the Byzantine Emperor once arriving in Constantinople?

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To return captured territories to the Byzantines

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To relinquish their weapons and armor

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To pay a large sum of money as tribute

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To convert to Orthodox Christianity

Question 19

Were the First Crusaders successful in eventually taking Jerusalem?

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Yes

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No

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Maybe

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Not sure

Question 20

After Baldwin’s death, explain the strategy used by Saladin to defeat the main Crusader army.

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Saladin lured them into the desert until they ran out of water

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Saladin used mercenaries to defeat the Crusader army

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Saladin used diplomatic negotiations to defeat the Crusader army

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Saladin used a direct assault strategy

Question 21

What was the primary goal of the major Crusades?

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To recapture Jerusalem from Muslim control

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To establish trade routes with the East

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To conquer new territories for European kingdoms

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To spread Christianity throughout Europe

Question 22

Who was the prominent Muslim military leader during the Third Crusade?

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Saladin

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Frederick I

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King Philip II

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Richard the Lionheart

Question 23

What is theology?

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The study of God

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The study of plants and animals

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The study of the human mind and behavior

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The study of ancient civilizations

Question 24

What is a Cathedral?

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A large and important Christian church

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A small and insignificant Christian church

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A type of castle used for defense

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A Buddhist place of worship

Question 25

What style of architecture becomes prominent by the 1300s, and what are its features?

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Gothic architecture, characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, stained glass, and flying buttresses

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Renaissance architecture, characterized by symmetry and classical influences

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Baroque architecture, characterized by ornate details and dramatic curves

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Romanesque architecture, characterized by thick walls and rounded arches

Question 26

Explain the possible 'origin story' of the Black Death in your own words:

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The Black Death is was spread by fleas on rodents after merchants fled a Mongol siege

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The Black Death originated in Europe due to poor hygiene practices.

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The Black Death was caused by a curse

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The Black Death originated in Africa and was spread by mosquitoes.

Question 27

What is a flying buttress?

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An architectural structure that provides support to the walls of a building from the outside

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A type of flying insect commonly found in gardens

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A decorative element used in interior design

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A form of transportation used in ancient civilizations

Question 28

What sparked the '100 Years War' and what two kingdoms fought in the war?

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The war was sparked by a dispute over the succession to the French throne, and the two kingdoms that fought in the war were England and France.

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The war was sparked by territorial disputes, and the two kingdoms that fought in the war were Spain and Portugal.

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The war was sparked by trade disagreements, and the two kingdoms that fought in the war were Italy and Germany.

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The war was sparked by religious conflicts, and the two kingdoms that fought in the war were England and Scotland.

Question 29

What type of soldier was brought by the English to France?

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Longbowmen

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Swordsmen

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Spearmen

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Cavalry

Question 30

Explain a long-term consequence of the Battle of Crecy:

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Peasants defeated knights, weakening the role of knights in the feudal system

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The Battle of Crecy led to the unification of England and France.

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The Battle of Crecy resulted in the establishment of a peace treaty between England and France.

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The Battle of Crecy had no significant long-term consequences and was quickly forgotten.

Question 31

Who was Joan of Arc, and what did she believe God was instructing her to do?

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Joan of Arc was a young French peasant girl who believed that she was chosen by God to lead the French army in expelling the English from France.

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Joan of Arc was an English noblewoman who believed that she was chosen by God to lead the English army against the French.

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Joan of Arc was a Spanish princess who believed that she was chosen by God to negotiate peace between England and France.

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Joan of Arc was a Scottish warrior who believed that she was chosen by God to unite Scotland and England into a single kingdom.

Question 32

What battle did Joan of Arc win against the English?

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The Battle of Orleans

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The Battle of Crecy

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The Battle of Agincourt

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The Battle of Poitiers

Question 33

What was the eventual fate of Joan of Arc?

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Joan of Arc was captured by the English, put on trial for heresy, and ultimately burned at the stake in 1431.

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Joan of Arc retired from military life and lived as a recluse in a remote village.

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Joan of Arc successfully led France to victory and was hailed as a national hero.

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Joan of Arc was pardoned by the English and went on to serve as an advisor to the French king.

Question 34

What is 'heresy'?

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Heresy refers to beliefs or opinions that contradict or go against the official beliefs of a religion

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Heresy refers to political ideologies that oppose the ruling government.

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Heresy refers to acts of treason against the state.

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Heresy refers to violations of social norms.

Question 35

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