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This mountain range forms a natural border between Italy and the rest of Europe.
The Alps
A religious community where monks lived, worked, and prayed.
A monastery
Charlemagne was also known by this title.
Charles the Great
loyalty and land ownership?
Feudalism
limited the power of King John in 1215?
Magna Carta
This warm ocean current keeps northern Europe’s climate mild.
The North Atlantic Drift
What was one job monks did that helped preserve knowledge?
They copied books and ancient texts by hand.
Charlemagne united much of western Europe after/during what period of decline?
The Dark Ages
What was the name for the economic system centered around the manor?
Manorialism
Which famous battle helped William the Conqueror become king of England?
The Battle of Hastings
This body of water separates England from France
The English Channel
Monks spread Christianity beyond which mountain range?
The Alps
What major empire did Charlemagne help create in 800 CE?
What was a vassal’s main duty to his lord?
To give loyalty and military service.
Explain the concept of rule of law
Everyone including kings must follow the law
This vast flat land stretches from France to Russia and made farming easier.
The North European Plain
Two reasons why monasteries important for learning in the Middle Ages?
They were centers of education, libraries, cahrity, and record keeping.
How did Charlemagne strengthen Christianity in Europe?
He supported the Catholic Church and forcibly spread Christianity across his empire.
Why were medieval manors mostly self-sustaining?
They produced everything they needed (food, goods, etc.).
What right did the Magna Carta give to free men accused of crimes?
The right to trial by jurry
This mountain range separates Europe from Asia.
The Ural Mountains
Name one way monasteries influenced the areas around them besides religion.
They farmed, taught reading, and cared for the poor/sick.
What social system did Charlemagne’s lay the foundation for?
Feudalism
How did geography influence where manors developed?
Manors were built in fertile, safe areas with access to farmland and water.
What did popes and kings argue over during the middle ages
Who had the power and authority over the other