Ancient to the Modern World Overview Flashcards
The transformation of the Roman world and the spread of Christianity and Islam Key features of the medieval world ( feudalism, trade routes, voyages of discovery, religion, contact and conflict.)
What is feudalism?
Feudalism is a form of government based on the exchange of land for military service. The
king has all the power and control and the peasants are at the bottom of society. This sort of
society existed in Europe and Japan.
What is Voyages of discovery?
The Voyages of Discovery were the sea voyages to other continents made by Christopher Columbus, Sir Francis Drake, Ferdinand Magellan, Captain Cook and others in the 15th to 18th centuries.
What is the Enlightenment?
The enlightenment was a movement in the 17th century were people started believing in science and logic instead of God.
What are the Crusades?
A series of wars by European powers authorised by the Catholic church against Muslim powers to gain control of holy places in Jerusalem and other cities.
