Joan of Arc's Journey: Heroism and Trials in 15th Century France

The video discusses Joan of Arc, a 17-year-old peasant who claimed divine guidance to save France. She convinced Charles to support her, leading a successful attack against the English at Orleans. Despite her victory, she was captured, tried as a witch, and executed. Years later, she was declared innocent. Her actions unified France and England, impacting the social structure by empowering peasants.

What was the political situation in France in 1429?

• France was at peace with England.

• The French throne was secure and uncontested.

• The French were unified under a single ruler.

• The English owned much of the French land.

How did Joan of Arc claim to receive her mission to save France?

• From a prophecy told by a priest.

• By hearing voices while praying.

• By reading ancient texts.

• Through a dream she had.

What test did Charles set for Joan to prove her divine mission?

• She had to recite a sacred text.

• She had to defeat an English soldier.

• She had to identify Charles among a group of people.

• She had to perform a miracle.

What was the outcome of Joan's leadership at Orleans?

• The French army was defeated.

• The English captured Joan immediately.

• The city was freed within 10 days.

• The city remained under English control.

Why was Joan of Arc captured and imprisoned?

• She was caught spying for the English.

• She betrayed the French army.

• She was accused of being a witch.

• She refused to fight further.

What was the main accusation against Joan during her trial?

• Heresy and witchcraft.

• Treason against France.

• Desertion from the army.

• Theft of royal property.

What was Joan's response when given a chance to recant her beliefs?

• She admitted to lying.

• She fled the trial.

• She agreed to recant to save her life.

• She refused to recant, standing by her truth.

When was Joan of Arc declared innocent by the Catholic Church?

• In the 15th century.

• During her trial.

• In 1920.

• Immediately after her death.

What was one significant outcome of Joan's actions for the peasants?

• They were forced to work harder.

• They were exiled from France.

• They began to demand wages and better conditions.

• They gained more land.

How did Joan of Arc's story contribute to the Hundred Years War?

• It had no impact on the war.

• It caused the war to end immediately.

• It led to the unification of the English and French.

• It prolonged the war.