Important People
The founder and prophet of Islam
Who was Muhammad?
A deadly disease that spread across Europe
What was the Black Death?
It allowed goods, ideas, religions and technology to travel between regions.
What was the Silk Road?
People needed protection and political stability.
Why did feudalism develop in Medieval Europe?
The holy book of Islam
What is the Quran?
A famous ruler of the Mali Empire
Who was Mansa Musa?
The movement of people, goods and infected rats/fleas
How did the Black Death Spread across Europe?
Their empire helped increase trade and connections across parts of Eurasia.
How did the Mongols affect the Silk Road?
Military support and loyalty
What did nobles give the king in exchange for land?
A disagreement about who should lead the Muslim community
Why did the Sunni and Shi'a Muslims split?
A powerful Frankish ruler who united much of Western Europe
Who was Charlemagne?
Millions of people died
What was one major effect of the Black Death?
Gold and salt
What were two resources especially important to West African trade?
To serve as a mostly self-sufficient community
What was the main purpose of a medieval manor?
This was important during the Middle Ages because religion was an important part of everyday life.
What is the Catholic Church?
Gengis Khan
Who united the Mongol tribes?
Fewer workers meant surviving workers could demand better conditions.
Why did the Black Death weaken parts of the feudal system?
It showed the wealth of Mali and its connection to the Islamic world.
Why was Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca important?
Both used relationships based on land, loyalty, and military service.
What was a similarity between European and Japanese feudalism?
It influenced religion, education, politics, and everyday life during Medieval Europe.
What was the Catholic Church?
Pope Urban II
Who called for the First Crusade?
Some people questioned the Church because it could not stop the disease.
How did the Black Death affect the Church?
Increased contact and trade between Europe and the eastern Mediterranean.
What was an important result of the Crusades?
To gain control of important Christian holy sites
What was one major goal of the Crusades
Military campaigns involving European Christians and Muslims in the Holy Land.
What were the Crusades?