Dictaus Papa
Which statement best describes the Pope's authority over emperors according to the document?
[2]He could remove emperors from power
What was the primary function of the Mediterranean Sea during the post-Roman period?
(2) It connected Christian Europe with the Muslim World
What authority did the Pope have regarding his own decisions according to the document?
[4]Only he could change his own decisions
Which empire controlled the Mediterranean region during the Islamic Caliphate?
(4) The Islamic Caliphate
This map shows that the Silk Road
(2) was located primarily in Asia
What significant event in 476 CE led to the Church's growing influence in western Europe?
[2] The fall of the Roman Empire
6. What economic impact did Mediterranean trade have on European history?
(1) It helped finance the Renaissance
This map would best be used to
[2] map the spread of Buddhism from India to China
What developed as a result of the Church's growing power in western Europe?
[3] A power struggle between secular leaders and the Church
What is the primary consequence of breaking canon law according to the text?
[2] Excommunication
Based on Pope Gregory's actions and beliefs, which statement best describes his view of papal authority?
[3] The pope's authority extends over both religious and political matters
What primary role did the Catholic Church serve in managing people's spiritual lives during the Middle Ages?
[2] Managing eternal souls and providing religious services
What was the primary reason Pope Gregory VII issued a decree against lay investiture in 1075?
[1] To increase papal authority over church appointments