Law and Order
List one major problem with the Frankish "ordeals."
They were arbitrary tests that were not based in fact.
Where did Joan of Arc Live?
France.
What was the goal of the 1st Crusade?
To recapture Jerusalem and the "holy land" from the Muslims.
What was the nickname of the Frankish Empire?
The Holy Roman Empire.
A term describing someone who dies for their faith.
Martyr.
Which Byzantine Emperor was famous for his legal code?
Justinian
Which Saxon king is part of a famous story involving cakes?
Alfred the Great.
Which countries fought in the Hundred Years War?
France and England.
Martin Luther's ninety-five these were specifically an attack on what Catholic doctrine?
Indulgences.
The political system that dominated medieval Europe. (Hint: Serfs are one group in this system)
Feudalism
Name one right the Magna Carta protected.
Potential Answers:
Right to swift justice.
No arbitrary taxes/imprisonment.
Trial before a jury.
Freedom from arbitrary confiscation of property.
Which Medieval Saint famously preached to animals?
St. Francis of Assisi
Name one of the Kings who participated in the Second Crusade (also known as the "King's Crusade").
King Richard I of England, Frederick I Barbarossa of Germany, and King Phillip II of France.
Which Roman Emperor is famous for legalizing Christianity?
Emperor Constantine.
The most famous style of Medieval music.
Gregorian Chant.
What Year was the Magna Carta created?
1215 A.D.
Which Frankish Emperor was famous for producing the "Carolingian Renaissance?"
Emperor Charlemagne.
Charles "Martel" won the Battle of Tours, halting the Muslim advance into Europe. What does his nickname mean in English?
The "hammer."
What was the Donation of Pepin? (Hint: It was gifted to the Pope in Italy).
The Donation gave the Pope control over a large portion of central Italy which became the Papal states.
The Pope derived his authority from this doctrine.
The doctrine of Petrine Supremacy.
Finish this famous phrase of Charles I: "What touches all..."
"...should be approved by all."
Which famous figure is often referred to as "the morning star of the Reformation?"
John Wycliffe.
What is the Date for the Battle of Hastings? Who fought in it?
1066 A.D. (October 14). William the Conqueror and the Danes defeated Harold and the Anglo Saxons.
Which Pope called for the First Crusade?
Pope Urban II.
The term for Spanish Muslims.
Moors.