Fall & Rise of Western Europe
This system organized medieval society around land ownership and loyalty.
Feudalism
This emperor created an important code of laws for the Byzantine Empire.
Justinian
This journey of Muhammad from Mecca to Medina marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar.
Hijra
This wealthy ruler of Mali became famous for his pilgrimage to Mecca.
Mansa Musa
This explorer reached the Americas in 1492 while searching for a route to Asia.
Christopher Columbus
These religious structures spread throughout Asia along with Buddhism and were often used to honor important Buddhist teachings or remains.
Stupas
This code of conduct emphasized bravery, loyalty, and honor among knights.
Chivalry
This Mongol group ruled over Russia after conquering Kiev.
Golden Horde
This holy shrine in Mecca is the most sacred site in Islam.
Kaaba
This European traveler wrote about his experiences in China under Mongol rule.
Marco Polo
This Spanish conquistador conquered the Aztec Empire.
Hernan Cortes
This French heroine helped lead French forces during the Hundred Years’ War.
Joan of Arc
This alphabet was developed for Slavic peoples through Byzantine influence.
Cyrillic
This pilgrimage to Mecca is one of the Five Pillars of Islam
Hajj
This language family spread across much of Africa through migration.
Bantu
This term means to sail completely around the world.
Circumnavigate
This ruler united much of Western Europe and was crowned emperor in 800 AD.
Charlemagne
This term refers to a ruler with complete power.
Autocrat
This system of Islamic law is based on the Qur’an and teachings of Muhammad.
Sharia
This Mongol ruler conquered China and founded the Yuan Dynasty.
Kublai Khan
These officials ruled Spanish colonies on behalf of the king.
Viceroys
This conflict between church and state involved who had the power to appoint bishops.
Lay Investiture
This Russian ruler was known for expanding Russia and ruling with fear and violence.
Ivan the Terrible
These are the two main branches of Islam that split over leadership after Muhammad’s death.
Sunni & Shiite
These West African storytellers preserved history and traditions through oral storytelling.
Griots
This labor system gave Spanish settlers control over Native labor in the Americas.
Encomienda