LUOA World History Module 6 Week 1 Quiz

Select all the following that describes Pope Gregory the Great?

-He was completely incorruptible and emphasized the importance of the Church in the daily life of the people and helping the poor -Gregory walked away from his successful career and became a monk, believing that it was one of the greatest callings in life -He wrote many great theological pieces and composed much of the church's liturgical chant, which eventually became known as the "Gregorian chant

One historian said that Charlemagne had two unshakeable beliefs that inspired all of his actions. What were these two beliefs? [choose all that may apply]

-His belief that is was his duty to reunite the former western Roman Empire -His belief in the Christian God

Which of the following describes a contribution of the monastic orders during the Middle Ages?

-They preserved the Bible during the Middle Ages by copying it by hand - They preserved great works of poetry and literature during the Middle Ages - They established schools, and universities, and helped the sick

Why was Rome's economy weakening and in decline by 300 A.D.? [choose all that may apply]

-cost of war drained the treasury -high debt and severe inflation -high taxes and unemployment

Which of the following can you deduce from reading this document? [choose all that might apply]

-the writer is warning the reader that people are unhappy with a decision -the writer is warning the reader not to go back on his word or oath -the writer is familiar with the Bible

What social problems did Rome suffer from during its period of decline?

-widespread immorality -decline in population -lack of quality leadership -apathy (lack of concern or caring) (All 4 Answers)

Which is the least acceptable term for the period of time in Europe following the Fall of Rome?

Dark Ages

_____________ was very important to the Frankish King Charlemagne, and he ordered churches and monasteries to start _________.

Education, schools

Charlemagne was a brilliant diplomat and was able to acquire most of his land through peaceful negotiations and alliances instead of wars of conquest.

FALSE

Which group of mounted warriors from Asia made it all the way to the gates of Rome before being stopped by the Bishop of Rome?

Huns

During the Carolingian Renaissance, what was created out of the educational reforms, which unified Western Europe?

Latin

Due to the preservation of many of the classical pieces of Latin literature, the first _____________ were established.

Libraries

According to the lesson, architecture and building projects were also flourishing during the Carolingian Renaissance, What building, which still stands today, is an excellent example of Carolingian architecture?

Palatine Chapel

Charlemagne became king of the Franks, a Germanic tribe in present-day Belgium, France, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and western Germany. He embarked on a mission to unite all Germanic peoples into one kingdom, and convert his subjects to Christianity.

TRUE

Charlemagne gave money and land to the Christian church and protected the pope. As a way to acknowledge Charlemagne's power and reinforce his relationship with the church, Pope Leo III crowned Charlemagne emperor of the Romans on December 25, 800, at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.

TRUE

Charlemagne promoted education and encouraged the Carolingian Renaissance, a period of renewed emphasis on scholarship and culture.

TRUE

Charlemagne, also known Charles the Great, was a medieval emperor who ruled much of Western Europe from 768 to 814.

TRUE

The writer fears what for the reader?

That God's wrath will be on him

Which religious order believed that free time was the enemy of the soul, thus every waking hour was filled with labor, prayer, and meditation?

The Benedictines

Which Germanic tribe established a strong presence in Western Europe after the Fall of Rome?

The Franks

Because the medieval monastic orders followed a strict set of guidelines while copying the Bible, the modern Christian can rest assured that the Bible that exists today is the same that existed from the beginning.

True

During the early Middle Ages, the bishop of Rome assumed control over the church in Europe as people looked to him for leadership. With the Western Roman Empire gone, someone had to step in and fill the power void. By 500, the title of pope, or "Father-Protector," had been adopted, and the church proclaimed the pope to be Christ's substitute on earth.

True

Political struggles soon erupted between the leaders of the Church and kings across Europe over many issues, including the appointment of Church officials to open positions. The pope argued that only the Church possessed the power to fill vacant Church positions, but rulers argued that the Church had no jurisdiction in their land.

True

In an effort to protect as many as possible from the horror of war, the pope threatened the rulers and warriors of Europe with ____________ if they harmed the innocent.

excommunication

The writer warns the reader that God should be ________________ not preceded.

followed

Some of the clergy believed that the best way to serve God and avoid worldly temptation was to take a vow of ________ and join a religious order.

monastacism