Important People
A man from Normandy who conquered all of England?
William "The Conqueror"
What was the invasion of England in 1066?
The Norman Conquest
Pieces of glass that helped people see better
Glasses
The main religion spread throughout Europe during the Middle Ages?
Christianity
What did the Fall of Rome create throughout Europe?
Feudalism
Joan of Arc
What plague wiped out 1/3 of Europe?
The Black Death
Allowed farmers to gain access to nutrient rich soil
The Heavy Plow
How did Christianity spread during the Middle Ages?
Missionary Work
What legal system was created in England that is still in use today?
Common Law
Who started the Spanish Inquisition?
King Ferdinand
Otto I was crowned by the Pope and called the
Holy Roman Emperor
What story dealt with the human soul and standing up against the corrupt church?
The Divine Comedy
What s it called when people are promised access to heaven if they paid gold?
Indulgences
Moscow becomes the ______ _______, after they convert to Orthodox.
Third Rome
Who overthrew the Mongols in Russia?
Ivan III
What document was signed to limit the kings power in England?
The Magna Carta
What type of fancy and beautiful writing was done by scribes?
Illuminated Manuscripts
The life of monks and priest were dictated by a strict set of rules
The Benedictine Rule
Modern handwriting was created during the _________ __________?
Carolingian Renaissance
Who led the First Crusade to victory?
Godfrey
A military campaign against Muslims in Spain
Reconquista
The greatest achievement of the Middle Ages?
Gothic Architecture
Which Pope started the Crusades?
Pope Urban II
What solider brought an end to the use of knights?
English Longbowmen