Explaining Larger Concepts
How can trade enhance one's culture?
Something about exchanging of ideas can open your mind/perspective to different things happening around the world.
Rome was the original capital of this empire?
Roman Empire
The Crusades were a series of wars about _________________
religion
What were middle class people in Rome forced to do as a way to help pay for more soldiers?
Pay Taxes
After the Crusades where Europeans were able to get a glimpse into successful Muslim culture, what do you predict will happen in the future?
Renaissance (a new era or rebirth)
What were some things that ultimately led to the fall of the Roman Empire? (Looking for two)
- Spread too big and thus became vulnerable
- Some leaders that abused their power
- Taxed people too much to the point where their livelihood broke down
- Outside invaders
What was the name of the civilization that conquered the entireity of the Mediterranean Sea?
Roman Empire
The two religious groups fighting in the Crusades were _____________ and _____________
Christians and Muslims
At first, when Eastern Rome started trading with this continent, it led to success and modernization.
Asia
How can trade lead to problems? (Looking for two)
- Fighting over the wealth/trade route
- Sickness/Disease
- Ideas aren't accepted
This "civilization" had been weakened by attacks from Alexander the Great
Greeks
Which important religious city was at the center of the events that triggered the Crusades?
Jerusalem
Bubonic Plague
Why is Jerusalem such a big deal to three religions - Jews, Christians, and Muslims?
Three of the world’s major religions regard Jerusalem as a holy city. The city has served as the center of Jewish life for 3,000 years. To Christians it is sacred because of its associations with Jesus. In the religion of Islam, Jerusalem ranks in importance as a holy city only after Mecca and Medina in Saudi Arabia.
After half of the Roman Empire collapsed, the other half remained and flourished in the Eastern half. What was the remaining half called?
Byzantine Empire
What did the Pope say would happen to Christians if they decided to fight in the Crusades
(I'm looking for two things!)
They would be forgiven for their sins and could keep whatever they stole from Muslims
When Feudalism began as a way to defend themselves, what cultural "things" did the Romans need to give up? (Looking for at least 2)
roads, aqueducts, libraries, scientists
At the end of the Crusades, what did Christians take note of that would help to get Europe out of the "Dark Ages"? (Looking for 3)
Literacy, trade, hospitals, schools, libraries
Constantinople (modern day Istanbul, Turkey) was the capital of this empire
Byzantine Empire
What was the ethnicity of the Muslim people that first took over Jerusalem?
Turks
From 700-1500, Muslim empires/civilizations enjoyed a "golden age" of success and prosperity. What are some things they emphasized to enjoy this great success? (looking for two)
Culture, Trade, Math and Science