Middle Ages and Crusades

How did the fall of the Western Roman Empire lead to the institution of feudalism?

• The Byzantines had paved the way for feudalism in the late eras of their rule

• The amount of extra trade during this time led to people living outside of cities

• There was no government stable enough to prevent the continued warfare

• There was a lack of farmland in the Roman cities so people moved to rural areas

Vocabulary: Social and Political system of the middle ages

• Fief

• Feudalism

• Feudal Contract

• Chivalry

Which Church official was the highest authority in the Church?

• Bishop

• Archbishop

• Pope

• Abbott

The Pope became more _______ during this time

• Political

• Spiritual

Why were soldiers willing to fight (and die) for the Crusades?

• They were told all of their sins would be forgiven

• They were loyal to the Pope

• They wanted adventure

• They were promised to be promoted in their social status

The rapid spread of a deadly disease over a wide area is called a/an ___________.

• Germ

• Flu

• Fleas on rats

• Plague

What made Europeans feel united together after the Roman Empire didn't anymore?

• Kings

• Christianity

• Alexander the Great

• Serfs

Which of the following was NOT an important effect or result of the Crusades?

• Increased trade

• Knowledge

• Christian victory

• Respect for enemies

Why would people join the Crusades?

• A. to gain wealth and land

• B. to please the king and his lords

• C. to defend Jesus and be cleansed of sin

• D. both A and C are correct

• E. all are correct

A series of military campaigns to establish Christian control over the Holy Land.

• Feudalism

• Fief

• Crusades

• Mission