Middle Ages Test Review_Fall 2020

The eastern Roman empire entered into an era of uncertainty. Rulers changed frequently, as one leader attacked and defeated another. This was known as the beginning of the ______?

• The Old Ages 
• The New Ages
• The 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

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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Which of the following is the MOST accurate comparison of the early medieval period in Europe compared to the preceding period?

• Early medieval Europe was characterized by less local  autonomy and cultural diversity.
• Early medieval Europe was characterized by greater  emphasis on the arts.
•  Early medieval Europe was characterized by greater  scientific achievement.
• Early medieval Europe was characterized by less  stability and progress.

Which of the following groups had the MOST political power?

• vassals
• serfs
• lords
• knights

How were European and Japanese societies similar in the Middle Ages?

• They created a system of feudalism in which land was exchanged for service and protection

• They created representative democracies in which common citizens elected leaders

• They created direct democracies in which citizens had the power to vote on specific laws

• They created forms of government in which religion determined the law

Who was the military general that ruled in Japan in the Emperor's name?

• Emperor

• Shogun

• Daimyo

• Samurai

• Peasants

These were powerful lords that lead armies of samurai in Japan.

• Emperor

• Shogun

• Daimyo

• Samurai

• Peasants

These were trained warriors served their lords in Japan.

• Emperors

• Shoguns

• Daimyo

• Samurai

• Peasants