The Crusades

Multiple Choice

The map indicates that

• Mali was a major source and hub of the gold trade

• slavery existed in the western Sudan

• Europeans had begun to make inroads in West Africa

• Mali remained isolated from Europe and the Middle East

Multiple Choice

What were the main reasons for the Crusades as described in the text?

• To gain control over the Holy Land

• To spread Christianity

• To establish trade routes

• To conquer the Seljuk Turks

Multiple Choice

Evaluate the impact of the Crusades on the development of European cities.

• They led to the decline of urban centers.

• They stimulated the growth of cities through increased trade.

• They caused cities to become more isolated.

• They had no impact on urban development.

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the result of the Crusades?

• Europeans maintained a lasting control over much of the Middle East 
• Islamic influence dominated Europe 
• Europeans developed tolerance of Non-Christian religions 
• trade between Europe and the Middle East was expanded 

Open Ended

Why might Christians lose faith in the Pope and the Catholic Church over the Crusades?