Catholic Churches
Who is the head of Catholic Churches?
Pope
Was he the first or second Norman king of England?
The first
Who was at the top of the feudal system?
The king
Who was Charlemagne?
He was a medieval emperor
What happened during the Dark Ages
What type of center were catholic churches?
Religious centers
How did he earn his name as conqueror?
He conquered England with his army.
What TWO roles are at the bottom of the feudal system?
Peasants and serfs
After he died, what effect did it have on the empire?
The empire started to collapse.
How were European countries governed during the Dark Ages?
What did the pope represent?
He represented god on earth
What is he known for?
Conquering England and becoming king
What is the term for someone that received protection and land from a lord in return for loyalty and service?
Vassal
Who was he the grandson of?
Charles Martel
What is notable about the Chinese 11th Century during the Dark Ages?
Iron, agriculture, paper currency, gunpowder, trading.
What did the Catholic Churches provide other than being the central source of religion?
They provided education and schooling
What population was he part of?
What was the role of peasants?
They worked the land for nobles and knights
About how long was he emperor for?
40-50 years
What traits did Medieval Europe have compared with the Roman Empire during the Dark Ages?
There was less cities, less trade, less culture, less life expectancy.
What are the powers of the pope?
The pope set religious and secular laws for society
On what special day did William the Conqueror become king of England?
Christmas Day of 1066
Who is above the king in the feudal system?
Pope
Western Europe
What changes happened to the Muslim Empire during the Umayyad Dynasty?
The capital was moved to Spain.