Saladin & the Crusades Notes Quiz

When did Saladin become the ruler of Egypt?

• A) 1174

• B) 1187

• C) 1190

• D) 1200

What significant event did Saladin's army achieve in 1187?

• A) They started a war against the Christians

• B) They signed a truce with King Richard

• C) They took control of Jerusalem

• D) They called for a Crusade

Which of the following was NOT a leader in the Crusade of Kings 1190-1192?

• A) King Richard I of England

• B) Emperor Frederick Barbarossa of Germany

• C) King Philip II of France

• D) Sultan Mehmed II

What was the outcome of the Crusade led by King Richard I of England?

• A) It was a success

• B) It was a failure

• C) It led to the capture of Saladin

• D) It resulted in a lasting peace

What action did King Richard take after three years of fighting in the Crusade?

• A) He continued the war

• B) He captured Jerusalem

• C) He signed a truce with Saladin

• D) He called for another Crusade

What was the starting point of the Children's Crusade in 1212?

• Paris, France

• Marseilles, France

• London, England

• Rome, Italy

What was the fate of most children involved in the Children's Crusade?

• They reached Palestine successfully

• They were sold into slavery

• They became leaders in foreign lands

• They returned safely to France

How did another group of children from the Children's Crusade try to reach their destination?

• By horseback

• By ship

• On foot

• By chariots

What was a common tragic outcome for the children in the Children's Crusade?

• They became wealthy merchants

• They were honored by local authorities

• They starved to death or died from disease

• They established new cities

What event marked the end of the Crusades in 1291?

• The signing of a peace treaty

• Muslims took over the city of Acre

• The construction of new fortresses

• Christians regained control of the Holy Land