chapter 7 Flashcards
It meant that a German king would now control the Romans. It is significant because, with this crowning, the pope revived the idea of one united Christian empire. This crowning intertwined the futures of the church with that of the success of Charlemange
It meant that a German king would now control the Romans. It is significant because, with this crowning, the pope revived the idea of one united Christian empire. This crowning intertwined the futures of the church with that of the success of Charlemange.
Constantinople was a good location for the capital of the Byzantine Empire because it was located on all of the trade routes from the east to the west, and vice versa, both on water and by land.
Constantinople was a good location for the capital of the Byzantine Empire because it was located on all of the trade routes from the east to the west, and vice versa, both on water and by land.
How was “the manor” at the heart of the feudal economy? Describe what makes the manor so important to the lives of everyday people?
Because trade had all but nearly disappeared in early medieval Europe, manors became self-sufficient. A manor was the land of a lord. Peasants would live and work their entire lives on manors, rarely ever leaving the safety that came with the manor. Manors were important to the everyday people because they came with a sense of security and the manor came with guaranteed food, land, and housing.
What is the code of chivalry and how was it used by knights?
The code of chivalry was a code of conduct all knights followed; it required knights to be brave, loyal, and true to their word. It also required them to be fair in the battle to other knights. If a knight was captured, the people holding him would release him safely upon the retrieval of the ransom. Knights were also to protect the weak, this included the poor, women, children, the clergy, and the elderly.
What was a tournament and what was its purpose? Who would attend them?
A tournament formal event used for the entertainment of the nobility.
What was interdict? Who used it, against whom was it used, and why? What did it do for a town, district, or even country?
An interdict is something that happens in the Catholic Church and is when an entire village or region is excommunicated. Excommunication is a penalty for disobeying the church, it cut you off from the church and its sacraments.
Who was St Francis of Assisi and what did he love most in the world?
St. Francis of Assisi was a wealthy Italian who gave up his comfortable life and followed God by preaching the Gospels and doing good deeds. He loved animals and the environment most in the world.
The conflict between Christians and Muslims during the Third Crusade in Spain was very influential. What was this conflict known as and what were the ultimate results of the conflict?
The conflict became known as Reconquista. The result was Christians retaking Spain, two powerful monarchs married and unified Spain, and in the unification process, Isabella forced out all non-Christians. Many of the Muslims and Jews forced out were highly skilled or educated people who helped Spain’s economy.
What was a positive economic outcome of the Crusades?
Trade had increased with the middle east, Serfs would sell goods in neighboring towns in order to gain money, and there was more interest in trading with places like China and India. Europe moved out of the barter system into a money economy.
Why was the city of Constantinople so important? When the crusaders saw the city what was their impression? How did the city compare with other medieval cities in Western Europe?
It was the capital of the Byzantine empire and it sat at the crossroads of the East and the West. The city had huge buildings. They were amazed at the big beautiful city.
What was the Domesday Book and why was it important? What did it enable the king to do?
The Domesday Book was a census of every castle, field, and pigpen in England. It was important because it was a list of everything important in England. It would help the king and future monarchs maintain a well-organized system of taxation.
King Henry II is said to have shouted about Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, inadvertently leading to Becket’s murder. Why did Henry call Becket a “meddlesome priest”?
He called Becket a “meddlesome Priest” because Beckett, once a close friend of the king, opposed the king’s attempt to try clergy members in royal court.
What do you think the scholastic Thomas Aquinas meant when he said the following?
“Nothing which implies contradiction falls under the omnipotence of God.”—Summa Theological.
God’s universe is both orderly and predictable.
The education of an average child during the Middle Ages centered on basic religious knowledge. What does this imply about the values of medieval society?
People cared deeply about their faith and since the Church was very much involved with the education of children kids learn about basic religious knowledge.
What is a “vernacular language,” and what is the significance of the emergence of vernacular languages in medieval Europe?
Vernacular language is the language used among the common folk. This is significant because ordinary people began to write down traditions and stories that entertained them, which were once only passed down orally.
