The Crusades

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Who fought each other in the Crusades?

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Christians and Muslims

Front

The City of Jerusalem is important to what three major religions?

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Christianity, Islam, and Judaism

Front

The first Crusade got started when the Seljuk Turks did what?

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Prevented Christians from entering Jerusalem

Front

Why did people join in fighting in the Crusades? They thought it would help them to practice their fighting skills,
The Pope promised them a lot of money,
They thought it would help them to get into heaven,
All of the above

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They thought it would help them to get into heaven

Front

What was the result of the First Crusade?

Back

The Crusaders captured and gained control of Jerusalem.

Front

What was the symbol of the Crusaders? Options: A blue sword, A yellow lion, A red cross, A black snake

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A red cross

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What religious leader from the Catholic Church helped to organize the First Crusade? Options: The Bishop of Constantinople, Stephen Harding, The Pope, Saint Benedict

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The Pope

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Why was Jerusalem so important to Christians?

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It was the area where Jesus was crucified.

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Who called for the First Crusade?

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Pope Urban II

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What was the purpose of the Crusades?

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They were designed to take back control of the Holy Land from the Muslims.