Middle Ages

Question 1

Why was Charles Martel’s victory at the Battle of Tours important for Western Europe?

Answer 1

stopped Muslim expansion into Europe

Question 2

List 2 accomplishments of Charlemagne

Answer 2

Crowned Holy Roman Empire
Spread Christianity,feudalism,and education throughout his Empire

Question 3

Label the feudal system,from the top to the bottom

Answer 3

A. Kings
B. Lord’s
C. Knights
D. Serfs

Question 4

What were the Crusades?

Answer 4

A series of holy wars fought between Christians and Muslims over the Holy Land

Question 5

List ONE cause and ONE effect of the Crusades
Causes

Answer 5

Turks took control of Jerusalem, would not let Christians enter, and
attacked/killed those who attempted it. Byzantine Empire was nervous that the Turks i
Jerusalem were too close to their capital (Constantinople)
Effects: Improvements in navigation and technology, Feudalism dedlined. Turks sill
controlled the Holy Land, Travel increased, and Trade increased

Question 6

6. How much of Europe’s population died from the Black Death during the 1300s?

Answer 6

50-65%