Chapter 13 Section 1

Question 1

Middle Ages

Answer 1

The gradual decline of the Roman Empire ushered in an era of European history or the medieval period.

Question 2

Franks

Answer 2

In the Roman province of Gaul, a Germanic people called the ______held power.

Question 3

monastery

Answer 3

To adapt to rural conditions, the Church built religious communities called _________.

Question 4

secular

Answer 4

Under Gregory, the papacy also became a _________,or worldly,power involved in politics.

Question 5

Carolingian Dynasty

Answer 5

Thus began the reign of Frankish rulers called ______.It lasted from 751 to 987

Question 6

Charlemagne

Answer 6

After Carloman’s death in 771, Charles, known as ____________, or Charles the Great, quickly seized control of the entire kingdom.