Chapter 4 Quiz M

Which of the following was an important economic and political system in medieval Europe?

• Feudalism
• Capitalism
• Communism
• Socialism

What event marked the end of the medieval period and the beginning of the Renaissance?

• The Fall of Constantinople
• The Hundred Years' War
• The Battle of Hastings
• The Black Death

During the medieval period, which group was responsible for the preservation and transcription of ancient texts?

• Monks
• Peasants
• Merchants
• Knights

What was the Black Death?

• A devastating pandemic
• A destructive war
• A catastrophic earthquake
• A severe drought

What was the purpose of medieval cathedrals?

• Religious worship and symbol of faith
• Defensive fortifications
• Economic centers
• Educational institutions

What event marked the end of the medieval period?

• The fall of Constantinople
• The signing of the Magna Carta
• The Battle of Hastings
• The capture of Jerusalem

Which city was the capital of the Byzantine Empire during the medieval ages?

• Constantinople
• Rome
• Athens
• Alexandria

It was the generally accepted principal during the early middle ages that if a king converted , the people would also convert along with him.

• True
• False

True or False? Evangelization was spurred by the establishment of cathedral schools and the work of legendary missionaries such as St. Patrick and St. Augustine of Canterbury

• False
• Tue

True or False? The disorder and strife caused by the isolation of Europe by the Muslims gave rise to the feudal system which in which feudal lords made their own law and often declared war on their neighbors.

• True
• False