The Black Death
The Black Death also went by this other medical name...
What is The Bubonic Plague
This was the period of intense religious conflict, where Christians fought to reclaim Jerusalem from Muslim control.
What are the Crusades?
In the 9th and 10th centuries, these invaders contributed to the rise of feudalism in Europe by disrupting central authority.
Who are the Vikings?
Charlemagne's vision of a united Christian Europe laid the foundation for the Holy Roman Empire, which persisted in various forms for over 1,000 years, influencing this city in Italy, which became a major seat of power.
What is Rome?
This group of people worked the land for the lords and vassals, bound by the system of serfdom.
Who are the peasants or serfs?
Some historians believe that the Black Death could have been spread by this type of insect.
What is a flea?
This type of tax was paid by medieval Christians to the Church, often calculated as a percentage of their income.
What is a tithe?
This event, marked the beginning of the Middle Ages in Europe in 476AD
What is the fall of the Roman Empire?
Joan of Arc was captured by the English and put on trial for this charge, which ultimately led to her execution in 1431.
What is heresy?
The lord’s primary duty to his vassals was to offer this in exchange for military service and loyalty.
What is protection?
In medieval times, this was a common (though ineffective) treatment for the Black Death
What is bloodletting?
The Catholic Church had a powerful influence on these medieval institutions, especially during times of war or political struggle.
What are kings or governments?
This king of England, who reigned from 1066 to 1087, established Norman control over England after the Battle of Hastings.
Who is William the Conqueror
Eleanor of Aquitaine was married to this English king, with whom she had two sons who later became kings of England.
Who is Henry II?
This document, signed in 1215, restricted the power of the English monarchy and granted rights to barons, leading to the early development of feudal systems in England.
What is the Magna Carta?
This was the main trade route that helped spread the Black Death from Asia to Europe.
What is the Silk Road?
This term refers to the buildings where monks and nuns lived, prayed, and worked.
What is a monastery or convent?
This 11th-century event was a conflict between England and Norway, resulting in the defeat of King Harald Hardrada and the death of King Harold Godwinson.
What is the Battle of Hastings?
Dante is best known for writing this epic poem, which describes his journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven.
What is The Divine Comedy?
Feudalism became the dominant system in medieval Europe during the reign of this Frankish king, who established a strong centralised system.
Who is Charlemagne?
This type of organism is thought to have spread the Black Death to humans.
What is bacteria, specifically Yersinia pestis?
The Pope had the power to do this, which meant he could formally remove someone from the Church, preventing them from receiving sacraments.
What is excommunication?
This long-lasting conflict between England and France, lasting from 1337 to 1453, is known for battles like Agincourt and Joan of Arc's involvement.
What is the Hundred Years' War?
Thomas Aquinas is best known for writing this influential work that seeks to reconcile faith and reason.
What is Summa Theologica?
This social class, below knights in rank, were lesser landholders or those who were granted land by higher-ranking lords in return for loyalty and service.
Who are vassals?