Dark Ages Flashcards
What caused the dark ages?
The fall of Rome.
How long did it last?
1000 years
Who were well educated?
Rich people.
How did peasants make a living?
They had to work land.
How was the catholic church dominant?
There was no strong empire, and science made little progress because every idea had to fit with catholic teachings.
What is papal supremacy?
Absolute power of the pope. Pope is gods representative. God - pope - king
What causes Heresy and excommunication?
Dissagreement with the pope.
What is Heresy?
Charge against person who contradicts. -tortured and killed
What is excommunication?
Suspension of someones involvement in a church. They burn in h***.
What is the Great Schism?
The breakup where christianity split.
What was made to provide protection during the dark ages?
Feudalism.
What is feudalism?
A political system of rule.
What is the manor?
The lords estate.
Who became knights?
The sons of the lords.
Males began trainning at what age?
7.
