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Misc. stuff that I couldn't find a place for
100
What was the goal of the Crusades? A To expel the Christians from the Muslim Holy Land B To expel Jews from Palestine C To expel Hindus from Greece D To expel Muslims from the Holy Land
D To expel Muslims from the Holy Land
100
An exchange of pledges between lords and vassals is a _______________.
A Fief B Troubadour C Manor D Feudal Contract
100
The Magna Carta set which legal precedent? A Judges may not impose cruel punishments. B No leader may be above the law of the land. C Individuals accused of a crime have a right to bail. D The chief executive has the right to veto legislation.
B No leader may be above the law of the land.
100
After the fall of the Roman Empire, western Europe experienced ____________________. A a revolution in agriculture B a rebirth of art and learning C a shift to an urban population D a lack of political unity and stability
D a lack of political unity and stability
100
What was one effect of the bubonic plague on late medieval Europe? A Increase in farming B Increase in church attendance C violence against Muslims D decreased population
D decreased population
200
Which of Justinian’s actions reflects the close connection between church and state in the?Byzantine Empire?? A He developed and published Christian tenets. B He was crowned head of the church by the Pope. C He built large churches such as the Hagia Sophia. D He relocated the capital from Rome to Byzantium.
C He built large churches such as the Hagia Sophia.
200
A vassal is expected to ___________ to show loyalty to a lord. A farm a plot of land B collect tolls and taxes C provide military service D arrange loans at no interest
C provide military service
200
Many of the key concepts of civil law in most modern legal systems of Europe originated from________________. A the Twelve Table of Roman law B a collection of harsh punishments collected and passed down from Babylon. C a compilation of Roman laws gathered by Emperor Justinian D the heritage of canon law passed down through the Catholic Church
C a compilation of Roman laws gathered by Emperor Justinian
200
One contribution of Muslim scholarship in Spain to the intellectual life of Europe was — A the introduction of a movable-type printing press B the creation of a unified body of Islamic and Christian law C the preservation and translation of Greek and Roman texts D the development of the Cyrillic alphabet for Slavic language
C the preservation and translation of Greek and Roman texts
200
What role did monasteries and convents play in the preservation of ancient culture? A Monks and nuns copied ancient books, helping to preserve them B They helped to spread religion throughout the area C They taught local customs and cultures to the people D They provided a safe-haven during times of conflict and war
A Monks and nuns copied ancient books, helping to preserve them
300
Why was the Church a unifying force in Europe after the fall of Rome? A it allowed indulgences for sinners B it offered stability and security C it redistributed wealth to those in need D they tolerated multiple sets of beliefs
B it offered stability and security
300
In return for loyalty, nobles were required to provide serfs with ____________. A Food B Education C Protection D Livable wage
C Protection
300
What was contained in the Magna Carta? A Rules pertaining to lords, knights, and serfs B Most of the laws and ancient customs of the kingdom C laws dealing with slaves and slave owners D Religious customs and beliefs
B Most of the laws and ancient customs of the kingdom
300
Monasteries helped spread Christianity in Europe by_____________. A acting as a base for missionary work C cataloging different varieties of plants D teaching farming techniques to villagers
A acting as a base for missionary work
300
What happened to Charlemagne’s empire after he died? A it expanded B it experienced economic hardships C it fell apart D nothing changed
C it fell apart
400
____________ provided care for the sick, preserved important manuscripts, taught farming techniques, and maintained schools? A Manor Lords of European Feudal States B Serfdom in the European Manor System C Catholic Monasteries of Western Europe D Medieval Universities in Italian City-States
C Catholic Monasteries of Western Europe
400
What was the primary reason for favorable interactions among Muslim, Jewish, and Christian societies in Europe during the Middle Ages? A They shared a common written language B A decline in farming production C They had a mutual desire for profitable trade D They both had a religious expectation to recruit converts
C They had a mutual desire for profitable trade
400
What steps did Charlemagne take to improve government and unify his empire? A He removed all Jews and Muslims from the area B He made Islam the official religion of the kingdom C He developed a system that gave money to the poorest people in the kingdom D He spread Christianity to the conquered people throughout his empire
D He spread Christianity to the conquered people throughout his empire
400
What subjects were included in the course of study in medieval universities? A Math, science, and philosophy B English, social studies, and math C Math, science, and physical education D Science, geometry, and English
A Math, science, and philosophy
400
Why were Jewish communities able to flourish in Spain? A The Muslims who controlled Spain tolerated both Jews and Christians B They paid Muslims for protection C Jewish communities did not flourish in Spain D They formed a good relationship with Christians
A The Muslims who controlled Spain tolerated both Jews and Christians
500
In his work Summa Theologica, Thomas Aquinas attempted to answer questions about matters?of faith and doctrine in Catholicism by —? A using satire and comedy to provide memorable explanations of complex theological ideas B creating a panel of legal and religious scholars to decide major questions of Church theology C developing a system of Church law based on family and religious customs of the Roman Empire D combining ideas of Greek and Church philosophers to explain that faith and reason do not conflict
D combining ideas of Greek and Church philosophers to explain that faith and reason do not conflict
500
What impact did Clovis’ bringing together of the Frankish kingdom have? A Latin became the religion used during Roman Catholic services B there was a decrease in formal education C the assassination of the last western Roman emperor D the increasing role of Roman Catholicism in Europe
D the increasing role of Roman Catholicism in Europe
500
Which factor contributed to the division of Western and Eastern Churches? A Declining interest in the Crusades B Growing power of Islamic states C Opposing opinions on Christian theology D Dwindling trade across European kingdoms
C Opposing opinions on Christian theology
500
Why did Holy Roman emperors come into conflict with the Church? A They wanted freedom of religion B They wanted the power to appoint Church officials and to control Italy C They wanted the land belonging to the Church D They wanted to control the Church’s money
B They wanted the power to appoint Church officials and to control Italy
500
Which of the following is one event that made 1215 a significant historical year? A England developed a law code based on Roman laws. B William of Normandy conquered the Anglo-Saxon in Britain. C Europe began to break into nation-states under monarchies. D King John was forced to acknowledge the rights of his subjects
D King John was forced to acknowledge the rights of his subjects
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