Ch. 1

Which event most likely lead tot he creation of monasteries shown in the center of the map?

• the fall of the Roman Empire

• the spread of Christianity by Charlemagne

• the start of the feudal system

• Pope Leo lll's founding of the Holy Roman Empire

What was the system shown in the diagram based on?

• loyalty

• religion

• science

• trade

How did three-field rotation benefit medieval society?

• it limited the power of lords

• It helped serfs turn the soil

• it increased food production

• it made towns suffer

What was one job of guilds?

• They charged fees for fairs.

• They made guidelines for their craft.

• They freed serfs from their lords.

• They collected taxes for the manor.

Which group was responsible for preserving books like this one?

• lords

• monks

• peasants

• apprentices

Why was the Church important during the early Middle Ages?

• Most people in Europe viewed the pope as a sort of king.

• Itwas the only major institution in Europe that had the ability to pay for rods and building projects.

• Most people in Europe practiced Christianity at this time.

• Itw as the only major institution in Europe that survived the fall of the Roman Empire.

What was a benefit of this style of book popularized by Charlemagne?

• They were made for common people.

• They helped public libraries grow.

• They could be read more easily.

• They spread the Christian faith.

Why were fairs important in the Middle Ages?

• They honored religious holidays.

• They reduced the need for trade.

• They made the king more powerful.

• They helped revive local economies.

What was the lord of the manor required to provided to his serfs? Select TWO correct responses.

• food

• money

• clothing

• protection

• equipment