Middle Ages Unit Test 3

One result of the Great Famine in Europe was

An increase in death rates

Why was Chaucer's knight an example of chivalry?

The knight admired truth and honor

How were the nobles and the clergy similar in medieval Europe?

They had equal status in the social structure

Which of these changes did William the Conqueror make after taking power in England?

established a central government through feudalism

Read this passage about the peace treaty that ended the Third Crusade. Saladin agreed to confirm an ironclad peace agreement between Christians and Saracens [Muslims]. It guaranteed free passage and access to the Holy Sepulcher of the Lord, without the requirement of any tribute or fee. It also granted the freedom of bringing objects for sale through any land whatever and of exercising a free commerce. Which was a condition of the peace treaty?

freedom of trade between Europeans and Muslims

One effect of the Crusades was that the Catholic Church

grew in power and authority

Which description best summarizes why the feudal system benefited all its members?

interdependence

At a manor, what responsibility did the lord and the lady share?

participating in mass

The end of the Roman Empire marked the beginning of a new era called

the Middle Ages

Which event happened first in history?

The epic poem Beowulf was written

How were courtly love songs and epic poems similar?

Both emphasized bravery in battle

In what way was the feudal system like the Roman Empire?

Both provided structure to people's lives

How did Charlemagne improve the lives of people in Europe?

He revived education

The term Anglo-Saxon refers to people who

Migrated into England from Germanic regions of Europe

As part of the Magna Carta, England's Parliament had the power to

approve or reject the king's proposals