Basic Middle Ages
What years did the Middle Ages last?
👉 A.D. 500–1500
What is feudalism?
👉 Trading loyalty for protection
What were the Crusades?
👉 Religious wars between Christians and Muslims
What document was created in 1215?
👉 Magna Carta
When did the Black Death occur?
👉 1347–1351
What is another name for the Middle Ages?
👉 Dark Ages / Medieval Times
Who was at the top of feudal society?
👉 Kings and Queens
What was the Holy Land?
👉 Israel, Jordan, and Syria
What country created the Magna Carta?
👉 England
What disease was the Black Death?
👉 Bubonic Plague
Why is it called the “Middle” Ages?
👉 It is between ancient and modern times
Name TWO groups in feudal society.
👉 Nobles, Knights, Peasants/Serfs
Give ONE reason people fought in the Crusades.
👉 God’s will, land, treasure, adventure
What did the Magna Carta protect?
👉 People’s rights
How did the plague spread?
👉 Rats and fleas
What are missionaries?
👉 People who spread their religion
What was feudalism used for during the Middle Ages?
👉 To keep kingdoms/towns in order
Which Crusade was won by Christians?
👉 First Crusade
What is Habeas Corpus?
👉 You cannot be jailed without a reason
About how many people died in Europe?
👉 About 25 million / 1/3 of population
Name the monk who spread Christianity in the early Middle Ages.
👉 St. Patrick
Name ALL four levels of feudal society.
👉 Monarchs, Nobles, Knights, Peasants/Serfs
Give TWO reasons the Crusades failed.
👉 Distance, desert climate, outnumbered, poor leadership
What was the Spanish Inquisition?
👉 Punished people suspected of practicing old religions
Name ONE positive effect of the Black Death.
👉 Higher wages, decline of feudalism, social changes