Economic Impacts
This Italian city-state became a major trading hub during and after the Crusades
What is Venice?
Crusaders brought back luxury goods such as silk and porcelain from this region.
What is the Middle East?
Crusader interactions with Islamic scholars led to the rediscovery of these ancient civilizations' texts.
What are Greek and Roman civilizations?
The Crusades weakened the power of these land-owning nobles, helping monarchies grow stronger.
Who are feudal lords?
The first Crusade was called in this year.
What is 1096?
The Crusades introduced Europeans to this type of luxury good, often used to enhance the flavor of food.
What are spices?
This Eastern architectural style influenced the design of Europe’s Gothic cathedrals
What is Islamic architecture?
This famous philosopher's works, preserved and translated by Muslim scholars, were reintroduced to Europe after the Crusades.
Who is Aristotle?
Crusader kingdoms in the Middle East served as early experiments in this type of government.
What is centralized governance?
The Crusades were initiated by this religious leader.
Who is Pope Urban II?
Increased trade during the Crusades led to the growth of these urban centers, often located near ports and markets.
What are cities?
The Crusades exposed Europeans to these new foods, which included sugar and citrus fruits.
What are sugar and oranges?
This type of institution, which emerged after the Crusades, formalized learning in Europe and spread classical knowledge.
What are universities?
The Crusades helped establish stronger political boundaries and national identities in this continent.
What is Europe?
The Crusades introduced Europeans to this sweet substance, which became a luxury food item.
What is sugar?
The Crusades helped transition Europe from a feudal economy to this type of economy based on commerce and trade.
What is a market economy?
This type of Middle Eastern-inspired artistic item became popular in Europe and was used for both decoration and practical purposes.
What are ceramics?
The astrolabe, a tool brought to Europe during the Crusades, helped Europeans advance in this field.
What is navigation?
As Crusaders mortgaged their land to finance their expeditions, these rulers consolidated power.
Who are kings/monarchs?
These sea-based Crusaders from Northern Europe traveled by ships to the Holy Land
Who are the Vikings?
This group gained power and influence as trade expanded due to the Crusades.
Who are the merchants?
Pilgrimages to the Holy Land encouraged this type of cultural appreciation, which became a foundation for the Renaissance.
What is artistic and intellectual curiosity?
The Crusades introduced Europe to advanced medical knowledge, including works by this Persian physician.
Who is Avicenna (Ibn Sina)?
The Crusades encouraged the development of this social class, which thrived in urban areas.
Who are the bourgeoisie/high/wealthy class
This region, now part of modern-day Turkey, was the gateway for Crusaders traveling to the Holy Land.
What is Byzantium (or the Byzantine Empire)?