Early Middle Ages Flashcards
Three reasons it was hard for the Germainc tribes to be united
All had their own chiefs
no central government
no written language
5 ways Europe was affected by the Germanic invasions
No trade, no cities, no money, people moved to rural areas, no central government, drop in level of education
Who was Clovis? Why was he important?
Clovis was the head of the Franks. He united the Franks, he convereted to Christianity and he created an alliance with the pope
What was the Battle of Tours? Why was it important?
It was a battle that prevented Islam from becoming the main religion in Europe
Why did the pope crown Charlemagne emperor? Why was it important?
Helped the pope stop a rebellion. This was an act of the pope gaining political power
Accomplishments of Charlemagne
Conquered new lands
Spread Christianity
Most powerful king in Euope
Encouraged learning
Why was Charlamagne liked by his people?
He was a fair ruler
visited every part of his country
Why did feudalism begin?
A central emperor was powerless against invasions
Define feudalism
Exchaning land for loyalty
Define lord
Anyone who gives land
Define vassal
Anyone who recieves land
Define fief
Land given out
Define serf
Peasant who was legally bound to live on a lord’s estate
What is a manor?
Self contained community
What 2 things did the feudal system depend on?
Land for loyalty
