The early middle ages in Europe Flashcards
what does topography describe?
It describes the physical features of a place
What were the middle ages?
The Middle Ages is a time period between ancient times and Modern times, roughly from A.D. 500-1500
How did Europe’s geography attract people to different regions?
Europe’s rivers flow from the central mountains and highlands. These rivers bring water to farmland and form natural boundaries.
How did the arrival of Germanic Tribes affect Europe?
Germanic Tribes began to migrate into the Roman Empire by around 300. These tribes divided Europe into a collection of small, warring kingdoms.
How did Charlemagne work to unite much of Western Europe?
Charlemagne spent much of his 46-year reign fighting to increase his power and territory. His military victories reunited much of the original western Roman empire. Charlemagne thought that education could help reunite his kingdom. Educated officials would be able to keep accurate records and write clear reports.
what characterizes pagans?
A pagan is a follower of a polytheistic religion or a religion with more than one god.
in what ways do monasteries and convents differ?
A monastery is a secluded community where men called monks focus on prayer and scripture. A convent is a religious community for women known as nuns.
what services did Monks and Nuns provide?
Monks worked in the monastery’s gardens and workshops. They worked in libraries where they copied and illustrated religious manuscripts. Monasteries and convents often provided basic health and educational services. Monks and Nuns helped care for the poor and sick. They set up schools for children.
Did serfs or Vassals have more power in Medieval Europe?
less powerful lords were called vassals. Powerful Lords were called Serfs.
What is a fief?
estate granted by a lord or vassel.
