Foundations
Which event is most closely linked to the start of the Early Middle Ages in Europe?
The fall of the Roman Empire
Which option best describes the feudal system in medieval Europe?
A hierarchical structure with kings, nobles, knights, and peasants
How did the geography of Northern Europe affect its people during the Middle Ages
flat land and rivers allowed for farming and settlement
How did Arab nations help Europe during the Middle Ages?
Through trade, the sharing of knowledge, and preserving ancient texts
What is one major reason the Early Middle Ages began in Europe?
Barbarian invasions after the collapse of Rome
How did feudalism most impact the daily lives of people in medieval Europe?
It created a system where protection and land were exchanged for LOYALTY and service
Why did the Vikings set out from Scandinavia to discover new lands?
Vikings became overpopulated and needed farmland to feed their people.
how did Islam spread during the Middle Ages?
It spread from Arabia across Africa and into Spain by conquest
What was one significant impact of the Justinian Plague on the Byzantine Empire?
Many soldiers died, causing the empire to collapse
What was a major influence of Catholic monasteries in medieval Europe?
They were centers of learning, art, and charity
Who were the Vikings?
Norse seafarers from Scandinavia known for raiding and trading
What was one of the main causes of the Crusades?
Christians wanting to reclaim the holy land and protect Christian pilgrims
How did the Justinian Plague affect Europe as a whole?
It hurt trade and caused population declines
What is one problem that the Catholic Church sometimes caused during the Middle Ages?
It became involved in politics and corruption
Why were the Vikings so successful in their activities?
They built advanced ships and had great navigation skills
Which of the following was a negative effect of the Crusades?
A rise in conflict and hostility between Christians and Muslims
What was one major effect of Charlemagne’s rule on Western Europe?
The unification of large parts of Western Europe and a revival of learning
Which of the following was a positive contribution of the Catholic Church during the Middle Ages?
Preserving knowledge through monasteries and providing charity
Where did many Vikings eventually settle outside of Scandinavia?
Along the coasts of the British Isles, France, and parts of Eastern Europe
What was one positive result of the Crusades?
The opening of new trade routes and exchange of ideas between Europe and Middle East