Medieval Europe Study Guide

In the feudal system of Europe, peasants known as serfs worked the land for their lords. Although they were bound to the land, serfs were granted

• wealth.

• education.

• luxury.

• protection

Which characteristic completes this list? Characteristics of Medieval Manors: Found in western and central Europe, Required large amounts of land, ?

• Controlled by merchant class

• Supported by foreign trade

• Protected by local knights

• Dominated by church leaders

What was an impact of Arab merchants' activities during the Middle Ages?

• They pioneered the development of modern banking systems.

• Cultural and technological exchanges between Europe, Asia, and Africa.

• They established the first universities in the Muslim world.

• They were responsible for the decline of the Silk Road.

What was a significant impact of the Crusades on Europe?

• The establishment of Mongol rule over European territories.

• The decline of the Catholic Church's influence in Europe.

• The increase in cultural and technological exchanges with the Middle East.

• The unification of European kingdoms under a single ruler.

What Chinese innovation had a significant impact on military plans during the Middle Ages?

• crossbow

• compass

• gunpowder

• silk armor

Which religious group did the Christians aim to war with during the Crusades?

• Buddhists.

• Hindus.

• Muslims.

• Jews.

What system is represented by this list?

• the division of orders in the Roman Republic

• militant culture of ancient Sparta

• feudalism in medieval Europe

• the division of Christianity during the Reformation

Many European cities, such as Amsterdam, Lisbon, and Venice, grew into major economic hubs due to their proximity to

• deserts.

• rivers and ports

• mountain ranges.

• tropical forests.

Why might major Muslim cities begin to see success during the Middle Ages?

• abundant natural resources

• Increase in trade with Europe and Asia.

• advanced military technology

• rich cultural heritage

What was one impact of the bubonic plague on the structure of Europe during the Middle Ages?

• The labor shortage led to increased pay for peasants.

• The rise of city-states diminished the power of the church.

• The decline in population resulted in lower taxes for nobility.

• The increased demand for goods strengthened the guilds.