Middle Ages Quiz - Crusades, Magna Carta & Black Death

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What were the Crusades?

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The Crusades were a series of religious wars fought between the Christians and Muslims.

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What were 4 ramifications of the Crusades?

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1. 1. Feudalism decreased

2. 2. Western Europeans gained new knowledge

3. 3. Non-Christian groups were persecuted

4. 4. Muslims were in control of Jerusalem

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What was an impact of Feudalism becoming weaker?

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Kings gained more power, but the Nobles lost power.

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What was an impact of Western Europeans gaining new knowledge?

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People were able to make advancements in many areas. Advancements included maps, compasses, and better ships.

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What was an impact of non-Christian groups being persecuted?

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These groups were mistreated. In some cases, it helped Christianity become more common.

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What was an impact of Muslims being in control of Jerusalem?

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Christians are no longer in control of the holy land (Jerusalem)

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What were the rights listed in the Magna Carta?

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1. 1. Gave basic human rights & protections to the everyday citizen

2. 2. Laws apply to everyone (even King)

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What were the limitations listed in the Magna Carta?

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1.King could not take property and belongings from people

2. 2. King had to follow the same laws as all other citizens.

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What impact did the Magna Carta have on the U.S?

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1. 1. It was the start of people's human rights being protected.

2. 2. U.S used the Magna Carta as a tool when creating the Declaration of Independence.

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What was the Black Death?

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The Black Death was a deadly disease that spread through Europe in the 1300's.