Medieval Europe
What is feudalism?
A system where kings gave land to nobles, and nobles promised loyalty and protection.
Who was Muhammad?
The founder and prophet of Islam.
What invention helped sailors find direction at sea?
Compass
What is a samurai?
A Japanese warrior.
What valuable goods were traded across the Sahara?
Gold, salt
Who were knights?
Warriors who fought for lords and followed a code called chivalry.
What is the Qur’an?
The holy book of Islam.
What material made China famous in trade?
Silk
What is bushido?
The samurai code of honor and loyalty.
Who was Mansa Musa?
Wealthy ruler of Mali
What disease killed millions of people in Europe during the 1300s?
Black Plague, Black Death
What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
The main religious duties Muslims follow.
What was the Silk Road?
A network of trade routes connecting Asia, Europe, and Africa.
Who was the shogun?
The military ruler of Japan.
What desert did traders cross to trade goods in West Africa?
Sahara Desert
What was the main job of peasants or serfs in Medieval Europe?
Farm/work on land
Why was Mecca important?
It is Islam’s holiest city and a center for pilgrimage.
Name one Chinese invention that changed the world.
Gunpowder, paper, printing, or the compass.
How was feudal Japan similar to Europe?
Both had kings/emperors, nobles, warriors, and peasants in a feudal system.
What religion spread throughout much of West Africa through trade?
Islam
What were the Crusades?
Religious wars between Christians and Muslims over holy lands
How did trade help spread Islam?
Merchants shared Islamic beliefs and culture along trade routes.
Why was the civil service exam important?
It helped choose government workers based on knowledge instead of wealth.
Why were samurai important in Japanese society?
They protected land, served lords, and maintained order.
Why were camels important for trade across the Sahara?
They could travel long distances in the desert carrying goods