World History: Medieval Europe – Flashcards

What was a main purpose of church orders? to create a group of laypersons to strengthen the role of the Church to encourage study and scholarship to train individuals for government jobs

Read this passage about the peace treaty that ended the Third Crusade. Saladin agreed to confirm an ironclad peace agreement between Christians and Saracens [Muslims]. It guaranteed free passage and access to the Holy Sepulcher of the Lord, without the requirement of any tribute or fee. It also granted the freedom of bringing objects for sale through any land whatever and of exercising a free commerce. Which was a condition of the peace treaty? increased land sales to Christians increased tributes paid to Saladin and the Muslims Christian occupation of Jerusalem freedom of trade between Europeans and Muslims

Because of the Great Schism, the Church in medieval society lost domination of education. support of the emperor. political and cultural influence. income from lay investiture.

How did Charlemagne improve the lives of people in Europe? He allowed people to choose their religion. He increased the power of the Church. He revived education. He strengthened commerce.

Which description best summarizes why the feudal system benefited all its members? courage interdependence self-sufficiency generosity

As part of the Magna Carta, England's Parliament had the power to approve or reject the king's proposals. pass legislation so long as the king approved it. choose a new king if it was dissatisfied with the monarch's actions. pass legislation even if the king did not like it.

The city of Jerusalem was significant to Muslims because it was the site of the ancient temple built by Solomon. a symbol of Islam due to their pope residing there. the place where Muhammad was said to have ascended to heaven. the place where Muhammad founded the Muslim religion.

How much of Europe's population died from the plague in the 1300s? 20-30 percent 30-40 percent 40-50 percent 50-60 percent

Which of these changes did William the Conqueror make after taking power in England? required people to speak English established a central government through feudalism gave power to local nobles introduced the Magna Carta to English nobles

The French king was able to defy the pope because the king inherited his authority from a powerful father. believed himself to be independent of the Church. conquered large territories and ruled with firm control. created a strong national identity and a central government.

Which of the following is the best definition of a census? a form of taxation based on property a count of a population and its property a system of feudal government a blending of different cultures

Why would a lord face at least as much danger from invaders as a peasant would? The lord would be likely to have less protection from others. The lord could not defend himself as well as a peasant could. The lord would have more to lose, in terms of wealth and property. The lord would be more likely to anger invaders.

How long did Charlemagne's empire have an influence on Europe? for decades, until Charlemagne's death until the Catholic Church lost power for more than eight hundred years for at least one hundred years after Charlemagne's death

The end of the Roman Empire marked the beginning of a new era called the Germanic Ages. the European Ages. the Dark Ages. the Middle Ages.

One effect of the Crusades was that the Catholic Church lost its power and authority. called for an end to violence. grew in power and authority. lost most of its wealth.