Medieval History Test Practice

Which French royal dynasty succeeded the Carolingians?

• Capetian Dynasty

• Merovingian Dynasty

• Tudor Dynasty

• Plantagenet Dynasty

Which leader established Norman rule over England in 1066?

• Henry II

• William the Conqueror

• Richard the Lionheart

• Edward the Confessor

Which English king is credited with laying the foundation for the development of common law?

• King Henry II

• King John

• King Edward I

• King Charles I

Which document, signed by an English king in 1215, limited the monarch's power and led to greater legal rights for the people?

• The Petition of Right

• Magna Carta

• The English Bill of Rights

• The Habeas Corpus Act

What long-term effect did the Crusades have on trade and cultural exchange between Europe and the Middle East?

• It caused a complete breakdown of trade routes.

• It stimulated trade and led to cultural exchanges across the Mediterranean and the Middle East.

• It isolated Europe from the Middle East for centuries.

• It created permanent religious peace between Christians and Muslims.

Which two nations were engaged in a conflict that spanned over a century, beginning in the 14th century?

• England and Spain

• England and France

• France and Scotland

• Spain and Portugal

In the feudal structure, who held the highest level of authority and land?

• Vassals

• Knights

• Monarchs

• Serfs

What religious and political event in Spain sought to enforce Catholic orthodoxy and expel non-Christians?

• The Spanish Inquisition

• The Spanish Civil War

• The Reformation

• The Reconquista

What was the name of the treaty that divided the Carolingian Empire into three kingdoms?

• Treaty of Verdun

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Tordesillas

• Treaty of Westphalia

Which of the following describes the role of the church during the Middle Ages?

• It served as a secular government.

• It played a significant role in both religious and political matters.

• It was mainly focused on economic ventures.

• It was mostly a social club with little political power.