Middle Ages Test Review

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The Middle Ages are also known as what?

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The Medieval Period

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During the Middle Ages in Europe (500-1500), which of these was most commonly practiced? Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, Hinduism

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Christianity

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Feudalism is a system where ________________________

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land and people were controlled by lords who were loyal to a king

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Which of the following describes a PEASANT in the feudal system? Options: I grow crops, but don't own any land. Working for a lord is my only option to get shelter or protection. In exchange for being loyal, my king gave me land. I was then able to hire many strong knights that protect my land and the people living on it. My lord gives me food and a place to live. In exchange, I am loyal and keep the peasants and land safe.

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I grow crops, but don't own any land. Working for a lord is my only option to get shelter or protection.

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Which of the following describes a LORD in the feudal system? Options: I grow crops, but don't own any land. Working for a lord is my only option to get shelter or protection., In exchange for being loyal, my king gave me land. I was then able to hire many strong knights that protect my land and the people living on it., My lord gives me food and a place to live. In exchange, I am loyal and keep the peasants and land safe.

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In exchange for being loyal, my king gave me land. I was then able to hire many strong knights that protect my land and the people living on it.

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Which of the following describes a KNIGHT in the feudal system? Options: I grow crops, but don't own any land. Working for a lord is my only option to get shelter or protection. In exchange for being loyal, my king gave me land. I was then able to hire many strong knights that protect my land and the people living on it. My lord gives me food and a place to live. In exchange, I am loyal and keep the peasants and land safe.

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In exchange for being loyal, my king gave me land. I was then able to hire many strong knights that protect my land and the people living on it.

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Knights were professional warriors who often fought on horses. Their job was to defend their lord's land and peasants from attack. But knights often used their power to benefit themselves only. To keep knights from acting unfairly, lords and religious leaders created rules that would eventually be called ____________________________.

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code of chivalry

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Who were the seafaring warriors that terrorized Europe using ships decorated with dragon carvings?

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Vikings

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How does Pope Urban II encourage people to join the Crusades?

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By promising forgiveness of sins and a place in heaven.

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How did the Crusades help connect areas of Europe and the Middle East?

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Through the exchange of goods, cultural knowledge, and trade skills