The Origins of the Middle Ages

The Middle Ages start with the fall of the Roman Empire in the 5th century, and came to an end a thousand years later in the 15th century.

According to historians, the Middle Ages lasted about two thousand years.

Historians divide the Middle Ages into two stages: the Early Middle Ages and the Late Middle Ages.

Charlemagne ruled for more than forty years.

Charlemagne strengthened his authority as emperor and defended the region from possible invasions.

The system of some men subordinating others based on the lands they owned was called...

Stone buildings made by feudal lords to take refuge in case of an attack.

The feudal era lasted between the 10th and 13th centuries in America.

In the Middle Ages, Rome was the most important city for both Christians and Muslims.

They are called Crusades because their members would sew a cloth moon on their own clothes that identified them as Christians.