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A legislative assembly made up of the House of Commons and the House of Lords is called _______.

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Parliament

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What was the name for the group of the Pope's advisors?

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College of Cardinals

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Another term for 'holy war' to take control of the Holy Land is _______.

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Crusade

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The movement of the papacy from Rome to greatly weakened the power of the Church is called _______.

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Avignon

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This term means to 'let light in' and is derived from the early Germanic tribes: _______.

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Window

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What is the significance of the Magna Carta in history?

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

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What was the main purpose of the Crusades?

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The main purpose of the Crusades was to reclaim the Holy Land from Muslim control.

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What does the term 'feudalism' refer to in medieval society?

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Feudalism refers to the social and economic system in medieval Europe where land was held by lords and worked by vassals in exchange for protection.

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Who was the first Holy Roman Emperor?

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Charlemagne was crowned as the first Holy Roman Emperor in 800 AD.

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What was the role of the Church in medieval Europe?

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The Church played a central role in medieval Europe, influencing all aspects of life, including politics, education, and social norms.