The Middle Ages Test

During what years did the Middle Ages take place?

• AD 500-AD 1500

• AD 1000-AD 1600

What was a manor system?

• A small village owned by a merchant

• A large estate owned by a noble or a knight

• A type of medieval market

What was the difference between a peasant and a serf?

• Peasants were free, but serfs belonged with the land

• Peasants were knights, serfs were nobles

During what time did people in Europe begin moving to the cities?

• After AD 1000

• After AD 1500

• After AD 2000

What happened with Christianity after the fall of the Western Roman Empire?

• It disappeared completely

• Eastern Roman empire kept traditions alive

How did Christianity spread to the Americas?

• Through trade routes

• Mostly through colonizations and European missionaries

How did Christianity spread to Russia?

• In 988, Prince Vladimir of Kievan Rus adopted Christianity

• Through the Crusades

How did Christianity affect the Governments of Europe?

• Led to Christian kingdoms

• Led to democratic republics

• Led to monarchies without religion

How did Christianity affect European and American culture?

• Led to a blend of indigenous and Christian beliefs

• Led to the isolation of cultures

How did Christianity affect art and architecture in the Middle Ages?

• Christian churches were built, some had high arches

• Architecture focused on castles only

• Art and architecture were banned