Medieval Europe
why did the nobles became angry with King John.
3 reasons
King John tries to limit the power of the nobles.
King John makes the people pay higher taxes.
King John takes lands away from the people.
Social Structure of Ghana
King
Farmers, Craftspeople, Traders
Enslaved People
Why were bison important to indigenous people?
Bison were a major source of material for people of the Plains.
They used its meat for food, hides for clothing and shelter, and bones for tools.
how did roads and routes support the Inca Empire?
by allowing for easy movement of armies and merchants
by helping government officials send messages to each other
How did universities contribute to the development of the Renaissance?
Universities are places where ideas are taught and shared. During the Renaissance, every ruler and government wanted a university of their own. As more people went to universities, ideas spread.
Which words best describe the political and social systems in England during the reign of King John?
feudalism AND monarchy
Social Structure of Songhai
King/Nobility (family of royalty, government officials, artisans, and clergy)
Soldiers, Traders, Merchants
Farmers, Craftspeople
Enslaved People
prisoners of war and criminals
Explain the effects of geographic features on Indigenous North American cultures including clothing, housing, and agriculture.
they used natural resources around them to build shelters, grow food, hunt, fish, and provide clothing.
how did the agricultural practices of the Inca, Aztec, and Mississippians influence their development?
It allowed them to produce surpluses of food that could feed large populations.
On what points did Martin Luther disagree with the Church?
Martin Luther disagreed with the sale of indulgences. He also believed that salvation could be achieved through faith alone and that religious questions could be settled by looking to the Bible.
explain the role of monks and monasteries during the Middle Ages?
They provided religious education to the community.
They copied manuscripts to preserve important beliefs.
Social Structure of Mali
Ruling Class (Warriors, traders, clergy)
Specialist
Enslaved people
What building materials were available to the Native people who lived around the Great Lakes? What kinds of houses did they build?
The people who lived around the Great Lakes built wigwams using
forest materials including wood, reeds, and bark.
describe the culture of the Aztec civilization
They built religious structures to honor their gods.
What do the 95 theses reveal about how the Reformation began?
It shows that people like Luther were willing to directly question the Catholic Church. The theses argue that the Church had gotten between the people and God and that it was motivated by worldly greed. This questioning and these arguments convinced supporters of the Reformation to criticize and break with the Church.
describe Charlemagne’s influence on medieval Europe
He conquered much of western Europe and established the Holy Roman Empire.
What is the significance of the Tomb of Askia Muhammad
The Tomb of Askia is significant because it has lasted for hundreds of years. It also represents the coming together of many traditions and belief systems that occurred as a result of trans-Saharan trade.
What do most of the festivals of the Northeast peoples have in common?
The seven teachings that guide the Ojibwe are wisdom, love, respect, bravery, truth, humility, and honesty.
Which mountain range ran through the middle of the Inca Empire?
Andes Mountains
How did the Scientific Revolution build on the changes of the Protestant Reformation?
The Protestant Reformation questioned the authority of the Catholic Church, and this made people start thinking differently. It encouraged them to question things and make up their own minds about what they believed. This new way of thinking also influenced the way people looked at science. Scientists started to rely on what they could see and measure to learn about the world around them and reject the viewpoints of authorities from the Middle Ages.
Which phrase best describes the purpose of the Magna Carta?
to protect the rights of nobles against an unjust king
Why was Mali's acceptance of Islam important?
The willingness of Mali to accept Islam increased trade. It also led to the development of universities and elite military forces.
Why did some Plains tribes live in tepees while others lived in earth lodges?
Nomadic people lived in tepees because they were easy to assemble and disassemble and easy to move. People who lived in permanent villages did not need homes that were easy to move, so they built earth lodges that gave better protection against the weather.
Who was the Sapa Inca? Why was he important?
The Sapa Inca was the emperor and held absolute power. He was important because they believed him to be the Sun god
How did the Scientific Revolution change the world?
The Scientific Revolution brought advancements in medicine, which improved people's quality of life. New technologies allowed scientists to study more of the world, from tiny particles to huge galaxies. It also encouraged people to think differently about their beliefs and the structure of society.