CKLA Unit 2--End-of-Unit Content Review

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What was the significance of the Magna Carta in English history?

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The Magna Carta, signed in 1215, limited the powers of the king and established the principle that everyone, including the king, was subject to the law.

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What role did monks play in the Middle Ages?

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Monks were religious individuals who lived in monasteries, dedicated to prayer, study, and work, but they did not control the lives of serfs.

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Who were the Normans in the context of the Battle of Hastings?

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The Normans were the soldiers led by William the Conqueror who defeated the English forces at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.

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Who was Eleanor of Aquitaine?

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Eleanor of Aquitaine was a powerful queen who was married to both King Louis VII of France and King Henry II of England, influencing politics in both countries.

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What was Joan of Arc known for?

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Joan of Arc was a peasant girl who led French troops to victory against the English at the Siege of Orléans during the Hundred Years' War.

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What was the primary purpose of the Magna Carta?

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The primary purpose of the Magna Carta was to limit the arbitrary power of the king and protect the rights of the nobility.

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What were the main duties of monks during the Middle Ages?

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Monks were responsible for prayer, copying manuscripts, and providing education and care for the poor.

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What was the outcome of the Battle of Hastings?

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The outcome of the Battle of Hastings was the Norman conquest of England, leading to significant changes in English society and governance.

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How did Eleanor of Aquitaine influence medieval politics?

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Eleanor of Aquitaine influenced medieval politics through her marriages and her role as the mother of kings, shaping alliances and power dynamics.

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What impact did Joan of Arc have on the Hundred Years' War?

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Joan of Arc's leadership and inspiration boosted French morale and contributed to key victories, ultimately leading to the end of English occupation in France.