Decline of Feudalism: War

What was one way the Catholic Church promised to reward crusaders?

• Access to exclusive religious texts.
• Forgiveness of sins and promise of eternal life.
• A guaranteed position in the clergy.
• Wealth and land grants.

What were some effects of the Crusades?

• Increased military power for local lords
• Complete eradication of Islamic culture
• Permanent peace between Christians and Muslims
• Increased trade, cultural exchanges, weakened feudalism, and heightened religious tensions.

What were the main points of Pope Urban at the Council of Clermont?

• Pope Urban II called for a crusade to aid the Byzantine Empire, emphasized spiritual benefits, and encouraged Christian unity to reclaim the Holy Land.
• Pope Urban II condemned the Byzantine Empire and called for its downfall.
• Pope Urban II advocated for a peaceful resolution to conflicts in the Holy Land.
• Pope Urban II focused on economic benefits for the Crusaders.

What was the problem with so many peasants joining the 1st Crusade?

• Peasants were well-trained and equipped for battle.
• Many peasants were untrained and ill-equipped for warfare.
• The peasants had strong political support from local lords.
• Many peasants were experienced soldiers from previous wars.

What was the biggest motivation for knights to go on the 1st Crusade?

• Religious fervor and the promise of spiritual rewards.
• A quest for personal glory and fame.
• Pressure from local lords to join the fight.
• Desire for wealth and land acquisition.

Who won the 1st Crusade?

• Muslims

• Christians

1. What happened when Crusaders entered Jerusalem during the 1st Crusade?

• The Crusaders captured Jerusalem and massacred many of its inhabitants.
• The Crusaders peacefully negotiated entry into the city.
• Jerusalem was abandoned by its inhabitants before the Crusaders arrived.
• The Crusaders were welcomed as heroes by the people of Jerusalem.

What was the importance of the Hundred Years' War?

• It marked the end of feudalism in Europe.
• It was primarily a conflict over trade routes in Asia.
• It had no significant impact on European politics.
• The Hundred Years' War was important for the development of national identity and military evolution in England and France.

Why was Agincourt such an important battle?

• It marked the end of the Hundred Years' War.
• It was a naval battle between England and France.
• It was primarily fought over trade routes in the Mediterranean.
• Agincourt was important for its demonstration of English military prowess and its impact on the Hundred Years' War.

Which side did Joan of Arc fight on during the Hundred Years War?

• French
• Burgundian
• Spanish
• English