Religious Significance of Jerusalem

A crusade is a series of religious wars sanctioned by the Latin Church in the medieval period. What is a crusade?

• A series of religious wars

• A type of medieval architecture

• A form of ancient art

• A medieval festival

What is the significance of Jerusalem to Christians?

• It is the site of the ancient temple built by Solomon

• It is the place where Jesus was crucified and ascended to heaven

• It is where Muhammad ascended to heaven

What is the significance of Jerusalem to Muslims?

• It is the site of the ancient temple built by Solomon

• It is the place where Jesus was crucified and ascended to heaven

• It is where Muhammad ascended to heaven

What is the significance of Jerusalem to Jews?

• It is the site of the ancient temple built by Solomon

• It is the place where Jesus was crucified and ascended to heaven

• It is where Muhammad ascended to heaven

In 600 CE, who entered Jerusalem and took control?

• Romans

• Arabs

• Persians

• Egyptians

Fill in the blank: Jews and Christians could live in Palestine as long as they paid their ______ like everyone else.

• taxes

• dues

• fines

• fees

What significant event occurred around 1095 involving a new group of Arabs?

• A) They opened Jerusalem to all pilgrims.

• B) They took control of Jerusalem and closed it to Jewish and Christian pilgrims.

• C) They allied with the Byzantine empire.

• D) They began trading with Europe.

In 1093, which Byzantine Emperor asked for help against invaders?

• Byzantine Emperor Alexios I Komnenos

• Byzantine Emperor Constantine XI

• Byzantine Emperor Justinian I

• Byzantine Emperor Basil II

Who were the invaders that the Byzantine Emperor sought help against?

• The Roman Empire

• The Muslim Turks

• The Mongols

• The Vikings

What did Pope Urban II call for after reading the letter asking for help?

• A peace treaty

• A holy war or CRUSADE

• A council meeting

• A trade agreement