History Through Literature: The Late Middle Ages FLASHCARDZIZ P7

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What was the reaction of the eyewitness Raymond of Agiles to the conquest of Jerusalem?

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He described the slaughter.

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What did the kings recruit to help them maintain power during the Late Middle Ages?

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Lowborn servants.

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What role did warlords take on during the invasions of the Late Middle Ages?

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They became statebuilders.

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Who launched the First Crusade at the Council of Clermont in November 1095?

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Pope Urban II.

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Who was Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar?

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A Spanish knight.

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What was the significance of the First Crusade in the context of the Late Middle Ages?

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It marked a major military campaign that aimed to reclaim Jerusalem and had lasting impacts on Christian-Muslim relations.

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What were the main motivations behind the Crusades?

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Religious fervor, territorial expansion, and economic gain.

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How did the power dynamics shift in Europe during the Late Middle Ages?

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Kings began to consolidate power, often relying on lower classes for support.

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What impact did the invasions have on the political landscape of Europe?

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Invasions led to the rise of new states and the reorganization of political power.

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What was the role of the Church during the Late Middle Ages?

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The Church was a central authority that influenced politics, culture, and society.