Middle Ages History Quiz

What period in history is referred to as the Middle Ages?

• 1000 BCE to 500 CE

• 500 CE to 1500 CE

• 1500 CE to 2000 CE

• 2000 CE to 2500 CE

Why do historians use the term "Middle Ages"?

• It was the beginning of ancient history.

• It was the end of modern history.

• It is between ancient and modern history.

• It was the start of the Roman Empire.

What is the English translation of the Latin words for "middle age"?

• Ancient

• Modern

• Medieval

• Renaissance

Where is Europe primarily located?

• Southern Hemisphere

• Northeastern Hemisphere

• Western Hemisphere

• Southeastern Hemisphere

What is the massive landmass formed by Europe and Asia called?

• Afrasia

• Eurasia

• Amerasia

• Austrasia

Which of the following is a natural barrier dividing Europe and Asia?

• Andes Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

• Ural Mountains

• Himalayas

Which sea is a natural barrier between Europe and Asia?

• Mediterranean Sea

• Caspian Sea

• Red Sea

• Caribbean Sea

Which of the following is a major peninsula in Europe?

• Scandinavian

• Hawaiian

• Arabian

• Yucatan

Which of the following is a major island of Europe?

• Madagascar

• Great Britain

• Greenland

• Tasmania

What geographical feature extends across most of Northern Europe?

• Northern European Plain

• Sahara Desert

• Amazon Rainforest

• Rocky Mountains