Medieval Europe Quiz

The foundations of early medieval society were based on all of the following EXCEPT —

• Christian beliefs
• the end of feudalism
• the classical heritage of Rome
• customs of Germanic tribes

What was the major goal of the Crusades?

• Defeat all Muslims
• End the Hundred Years' War
• Free the Holy Land
• Liberate Spain

Which of the following was NOT a result of the Crusades?

• Stimulated trade throughout the Mediterranean area and the Middle East
• Weakened the Byzantine Empire
• Strong cooperation between Christians and Jews
• Weakened the Pope and nobles

Who was Pope Urban referring to as the "vile race" in this quote?

• Hindus
• Christians
• Muslims
• Jews

Saladin was able to win what city during the Crusades?

• Rome
• Madrid
• Jerusalem
• Mecca

Which of the following was NOT one of the main purposes of the monasteries?

• Helping care for the sick and poor
• Spreading Christianity
• Translating the ancient manuscripts
• Teaching new military techniques

During the Middle Ages, which group was most likely more educated?

• Clergy
• Knights
• Freemen
• Serfs

How did the Roman Church scholars lay the foundation for the rise of universities throughout Europe?

• Church officials emphasized the importance of feudal obligations.
• The Church increased trade to the Middle East.
• Church officials rejected the idea of scholasticism.
• The Church translated Greek and Arabic texts to Latin.

Which of the following became the central authority during the Middle Ages?

• The church
• The government
• The market place
• The castle

The foundations of early medieval society were based on all of the following EXCEPT —

• Christian beliefs
• the classical heritage of Rome
• customs of Germanic tribes
• the end of feudalism