SS U3: Middle Ages Overview

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Which of the following is not a name for the period between the ancient world and the modern times? Middle Ages, Dark Ages, Medieval Times, Classical World

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Classical World

Front

The Middle Ages began in the year 500 CE. How many years ago was that?

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1500

Front

What is the meaning of CE?

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Common Era

Front

What time period began after the Middle Ages?

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Modern Era

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What information is on the Y-Axis?

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Percentages

Front

What percent of the world's people lived in the West in 1500?

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15%

Front

What event began the Middle Ages? Options: The Renaissance, The Invention of Writing, Columbus' Discovery of America.

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The Fall of Rome

Front

The author summarizes progress made during the Middle Ages. What was one improvement?

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Increased farmland and food resources increased the population.

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What statement best summarizes the text? Options: The Dark Ages were violent and civilization weakened. The Middle Ages was a time of impressive culture. Medieval times saw few changes in daily life. Education was important in the Middle Ages.

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The Dark Ages were violent and civilization weakened.

Front

What event marked the end of the Middle Ages?

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The Renaissance