L4: The Crusades Flashcards
1
Q
Why was the 1st Crusade fought?
A
Muslims and Christians fought over the Holy Land.
2
Q
Who won the 1st Crusade?
A
Christians, because the Orthodox and Romans were brought together by Pope Urban II.
3
Q
Who won the other crusades?
A
Muslims, because the Christians had leadership issues- German king died, French dipped, and they were farther from the Holy Land.
4
Q
Who were two important leaders from both sides? Why were they so special?
A
Saladin- Muslim leader, Richard the Lionheart- Christian leader. They were both brave and respectful.
5
Q
What were 3 affects of the Crusades?
A
-More trade routes
-Relationship between Christians, Jews, and Muslims strained
-More products spread across Eurasia.
