Crusades EOY Review

What was the primary goal of the Crusades during the Middle Ages?

• To explore uncharted territories

• To establish trade routes with Asia

• To conquer the entire European continent

• To retake control of Jerusalem and the Holy Land from the Muslims

Why was Jerusalem important to Christians in the Middle Ages?

• It is where they believe Christ was crucified and rose again

• It was the capital of the Roman Empire

• It was the birthplace of Jesus

• It was a major trade hub

Who controlled Jerusalem before the First Crusade began in 1095?

• The Persian Empire

• The Seljuk Turks

• The Byzantine Empire

• The Roman Empire

Which emperor called for help leading to the start of the First Crusade?

• Emperor Constantine

• Emperor Nero

• Emperor Charlemagne

• Byzantine Emperor Alexius I

What was the outcome of the Third Crusade?

• Christians won the right for pilgrims to visit Jerusalem

• The Crusaders established a new kingdom

• The Muslims were entirely driven out of Jerusalem

• Jerusalem was completely abandoned

What happened during the Fourth Crusade?

• The Crusaders ended up conquering Constantinople

• The Crusaders successfully took back Jerusalem

• The Crusaders formed an alliance with the Muslims

• The Crusaders were defeated at sea

What was the fate of the Children's Crusade?

• The children established a new settlement

• The children were turned back by the Pope

• The children successfully reclaimed Jerusalem

• It ended in disaster with many children sold into slavery

What was the battle cry of the Crusaders?

• "Victory or death!"

• "For the King!"

• "Deus vult!" meaning "God wills it"

• "To the glory of Rome!"

Which groups were formed between the second and third Crusades to help defend Christendom?

• The Teutonic Knights and the Templars

• The Knights of the Round Table

• The Legionnaires

• The Spartan Warriors

What symbol was commonly used by the Crusaders?

• A red cross

• A white dove

• A silver sword

• A golden lion