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This man moved the capital of the Holy Roman Empire from Rome to the ancient city of Byzantium. The city was then named after him. Name the man, and the city.
Constantine; Constantinople
100
What do historians now believe actually caused the plague?
Fleas on rats (oo- fleas on rats, fleas on rats)
100
Name the three major groups of people who have fought over the Holy Land.
Jews, Christians, Muslims
100
In simple term, what was the Reconquista?
It was the attempt by Christian Spain to expel all Muslims from the Iberian Peninsula.
100
Barons, peasants and King John got musical to celebrate the 800th anniversary of this.
The Magna Carta
200
After removing Empress Irene as ruler of the Byzantine Empire, Pope Leo crowned this man, the most famous emperor in all of Europe.
Charlemagne
200
How did plague doctors dress? Why?
Long robes, macabre mask with beak stuffed with flowers and herbs. They thought it protected them from the plague.
200
This was promised to crusaders.
Entry into heaven
200
This was established in 1478 as a court for the detection of heretics, or non believers. Torture was sometimes used to gain information.
The Spanish Inquisition
200
Remy and his bro explain this about blame during the Plague.
The plague came from fleas, on rats, not the rats themselves
300
This man was forced sign the Magna Carta by angry barons.
King John
300
Provide one explanation for where medieval people thought the plague came from.
From god as punishment; from the suns rays/water vapor
300
Explain two perspectives of people involved in the First Crusade.
Christians Christians believed they were fighting in the name of Jesus to take back the place of his birth from infidels. Muslims believed they were defending land that was theirs, Holy because of Muhammad.
300
When these two were married in 1469, much of Spain was united.
Ferdinand and Isabella
300
This church, in present day Istanbul, was a Christina church, then a mosque, and now a museum.
Hagia Sophia
400
This woman claimed she was told by God to fight in the 100 Years War to win victory for France.
Joan of Arc
400
How did medical doctors treat or prevent the plague. Provide 3 examples.
Burn chamomile, wormwood, eat onions, sardines and vinegar, wear ruby rings, carry flowers, perfume homes, avoid cold moist food, avoid air at night, avoid stress and alcohol, don't fast.
400
This Pope allowed the First Crusade in 1095.
Pope Urban II
400
Explain one torture device that might have been used against heretics.
various torture devices
400
What childhood song and game takes a dark turn when discussing the Plague. Is it true?
Ring Around the Rosie, not confirmed, no real evidence.
500
Name one other King who's policies led to the decline of feudalism. Describe their legacy.
King Henry II, judges and juries King Edward I, model parliament
500
How many people likely died form the plague? Provide a % of the population, or an estimated number.
Up to 50% of population in Europe, 30% in Middle East or 75-200 million people.
500
Why was Jerusalem Holy to 1. Jews? 2. Christians? 3. Muslims
Spiritual capital of the Jews where their great temple (built by Solomon) once stood. For Christians, it was the city where Jesus Christ was crucified and resurrected. For Muslims, it was the place where Muhammad rose to heaven during his Night Journey.
500
This man, who was the Grand Inquisitor, established local tribunals or courts.
Tomas De Torquemada
500
In their epic rap battle with King John, what were two of the complaints of the barons?
Unfair taxes, no say in government, kidnapped their sons, brought in foreign soldiers and advisers.