Unit 5: Middle Ages in Europe

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Which mountain range serves as a natural boundary between Europe and Asia?

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The Ural Mountains

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The North Atlantic Drift has the most significant impact on which of the following? Mediterranean Sea temperatures, Western Europe's climate, Eastern Europe's rainfall, Baltic Sea currents

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Western Europe's climate

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Which body of water separates Great Britain from mainland Europe?

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English Channel

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The North European Plain extends across several countries and is important because:

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It provides excellent conditions for farming

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Which feature has historically been crucial for trade and cultural exchange between Europe, Africa, and the Middle East? Options: The Atlantic Ocean, The North European Plain, The Alps, The Mediterranean Sea

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The Mediterranean Sea

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What was the primary role of monasteries in preserving knowledge during the Middle Ages?

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They maintained libraries and copied manuscripts.

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Which group of people was primarily responsible for copying and preserving ancient texts in monasteries?

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Monks

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How did monasteries help spread Christianity beyond the Alps?

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By sending missionary monks to new regions

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What important educational function did monasteries serve in medieval society?

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They operated schools for local children.

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Which of these was a key contribution of monasteries to medieval culture?
Options:
The development of illuminated manuscripts,
The invention of gunpowder,
The creation of feudal systems,
The establishment of parliamentary systems

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The development of illuminated manuscripts