Knowledge of Kings
William the Conqueror was from ______________
Normandy (France)
What is a plague?
a highly contagious, usually fatal, disease that affects large numbers of people
Which country was Joan of Arc from?
France
Which king was forced to sign the Magna Carta?
King John
What is an agreement to stop fighting called?
a truce
Henry II was known for having a quick or terrible _____________.
Which creatures were believed to have carried/spread the plague?
Rats and fleas
What war did Joan of Arc help fight?
Hundred Year's War
What is a jury?
a group of people who hear evidence in a trial and then vote on the guilt or innocence of the accused
What is a journey undertaken for a religious purpose?
a pilgrimage
King Henry II's two sons who would rule after him were _______________ and _________________.
Richard and John
What part of the world did this plague begin (spread from)?
Asia
What is the title given to the oldest son of the king of France?
Dauphin
Describe the conflict between Henry II and Thomas Becket.
Henry wanted to promote Becket (his friend/advisor) to archbishop. Becket did not want this job since he knew it would have conflicts with the king. Sure enough, once he had the job he had to make choices that put the Church/God before the King, and this upset Henry. Later on, in his anger Henry made a mean comment that possibly caused Becket's death.
What is an area or district through which a judge travels to hold court sessions?
a circuit
Richard was a popular king, but was not the best leader since he was often away fighting in which war?
The Crusades
Approximately how many people were killed by the Black Death?
25 million
Why was Joan put on trial? What was she tried for?
She was put on trial for heresy (or false teaching about God). People did not like that she dressed / behaved like a man and believed it was against God's laws or that she was lying about hearing God's voice.
How did the Magna Carta impact government?
It limited the power of the King so he couldn't abuse it. It gave the people more freedom and choices. The king had to follow certain rules/laws as his country's leader. Later, the Magna Carta even influenced important documents like the Constitution (America's laws for goverment).
Name at least one of William the Conqueror's lasting impacts.
1. He blended the languages of Anglo-Saxon and French into modern English.
2. He created the Domesday Book which was a census and good document for historians to understand the Middle Ages.
3. He built the Tower of London which has served many purposes and is a tourist destination today.
Which king was known for being wise by creating Parliament and seeking their financial support?
Edward I
How did the plague change Europe?
- it created more jobs/freedom for serfs
- more inventions were made to help with work
- people were more interested in studying science and medicine
How was Joan honored later after her death?
She was named a saint
What is the punishment for not allowing someone to continue as a member of the church?
excommunication
What were the Crusades?
Wars between the Christians and Muslims that lasted hundreds of years over religious lands.