Middle Ages

How did the emergence of medieval feudalism in Europe influence the Christian Church?

• The Church encouraged voyages of exploration.
• The Church published the Bible in the vernacular.
• The Church adopted Latin as the official language.
• The Church served as the unifying power in society.

Which of the following changes occurred in western Europe during the Middle Ages?

• rise in rural population
• rise in urban population
• decrease in church power
• increase in international trade

Which empire came to an end as a result of the capture of Constantinople by the Ottoman Turks?

• the Seljuk Empire
• the Safavid Empire
• the Byzantine Empire
• the Mongolian Empire

A major goal of the Catholic Church during the Crusades (1096-1291) was to –

• Unite Arab peoples
• Establish Christianity in Western Europe
• Capture the Holy Land from Islamic rulers
• Strengthen the power of European rulers

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Which is the most valid generalization about the impact of the Crusades?

• They strengthened the power of the serfs in Europe
• They increased trade between Europe and Asia
• They brought European influence to Asia
• They promoted the idea of religious freedom

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What title was given to Charlemagne by the Pope in 800 AD?

• King of England
• Holy Roman Emperor
• Head of the Eastern Orthodox Church
• None of the above

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The barbarian group, the Goths, encouraged a new form of architecture called?

• Classic
• Roman
• Romanesqe
• Gothic

Which group of people can be classified as fierce warriors that are known for their ship building and navigation?

• the Moors
• the Vikings
• Muslims
• Anglo/Saxons

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Why was the time immediately following the fall of Rome called the Dark Ages?

• Emperors kept tight control of the people.
• There was little formal education for the masses.
• Artwork from Greece, not Rome, survived.
• There was no building being done.

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The medieval Church was a unifying force in Europe after the fall of Rome because it offered:

• indulgences for sinners
• stability and security
• redistribution of wealth
• multiple sets of beliefs