6.19.M - Lesson: Introduction to the Medieval World Review

Question 1

Which Germanic tribe established a strong presence in western Europe after the fall of Rome?

the Byzantines
the Vandals
the Franks
the Huns

Answer 1

the Franks

Question 2

What was the common bond that Clovis found to unify the Franks?
Christianity
language
Roman culture
intimidation

Answer 2

Christianity

Question 3

Why was Rome’s economy weakening and in decline by 300 AD? (Choose all that may apply.)
the cost of living was very low
employment was at an all-time high
cost of war drained the treasury
high taxes and unemployment
high debt and severe inflation

Answer 3

cost of war drained the treasury
high taxes and unemployment
high debt and severe inflation

Question 4

Where did the Roman people go to watch gladiator matches?
Colosseum
Aqueducts
Pantheon
Circus Maximus

Answer 4

Colosseum

Question 5

Which is the least acceptable term for the period of time in Europe following the fall of Rome?
Dark Ages
Medieval
Middle Ages

Answer 5

Dark Ages

Question 6

Which group of mounted warriors from Asia made it all the way to the gates of Rome before being stopped by the Bishop of Rome?
Chinese
Huns
Goths
Franks

Answer 6

Huns

Question 7

Which of the following Roman numerals represents the number 3?
XIII
VIII
III
II

Answer 7

III

Question 8

What military problems did Rome suffer from?
Roman armies suffered from poor equipment and weapons.
Roman soldiers placed their loyalty in their generals, who promised them land and wealth,
rather than the state.
Roman soldiers were more loyal to the emperor than their generals.
Rome no longer had any generals to lead the Roman legions.

Answer 8

Roman soldiers placed their loyalty in their generals, who promised them land and wealth,
rather than the state.

Question 9

What social problems did Rome suffer from during its period of decline?
apathy (lack of concern or caring)
All of these are correct
lack of quality leadership
widespread immorality
decline in population

Answer 9

All of these are correct

Question 10

During the decline of the Roman empire, taxes were raised to help with the deficit within the treasury. What did raising the taxes cause? (explain in one sentence)

Answer 10

Your Answer:
Raising the taxes discouraged economic growth and caused people’s revenues to plummet.

Question 11

The Roman Empire covered ___ continent(s).

one
four
three
two

Answer 11

three

Question 12

What were 2 of the ways the 50,000-mile road created by the Roman empire used?

Answer 12

It was used for transporting trade goods, soldiers, and travelers.