a moment in history that marks a decisive change

a biological and cultural exchange of animals, plants, human populations, diseases, food, government, technology, the arts, and languages

a word that means changes

a system of rule by lords who ruled their lands but owed loyalty and military service to a monarch

this includes the lord's castle and all of the lands around it

a series of wars fought by Christians to control the region then known as the Holy Land or Palestine

a new method or idea

an instrument which helped sailors determine their latitude while at sea and allowed European sailors to sail far out to sea, beyond sight of land

Muslims are

Christians are

a over land trade route linking China and the Middle East.

Travel on the Silk Road was dangerous. Desert storms, hunger, and bandits were a constant threat so travelers formed _____________ , groups of people who traveled together for safety.

__________ means sharing a common ancestor

a great burst of learning and technological innovation in Europe during the 1300-1600s