The Middle Ages
What is a Vassal?
(in the feudal system) a person granted the use of land, in return for rendering homage, usually military service to a lord or other superior. A servant or a slave.
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Who were the Franks?
A Germanic tribe that conquered present-day France and neighboring lands in the 400s.
What happened to Western Europe after the fall of Rome?
After Rome's collapse, Western Europe entered a period of political, social, and economic decline.
What was the battle of Tours?
Battle in 732 in which the Christian Franks led by Charles Martel defeated Muslim armies and stopped the Muslim advance into Europe.
Who is Charlemagne and why was he crowned Emperor?
Charlemagne was the grandson of Charles Martel. Also named Charles, he was known as Charlemagne. Charlemagne helped against rebellious nobles in Rome. The pope showed his gratitude by making Charlemagne Emperor of Romans.
Who was Clovis?
Clovis was the warrior king of the Franks.
Who was Charlemagne?
He was the grandson of Charles Martel. Also named Charles, he was known as Charlemagne or Charles the Great.
medieval
Latin words for "middle age."
What was the Magna Carta and why was it necessary?
Magna Carta was the Great Charter in 1215. It limited royal power and established certain rights of English freemen. This was a document that contained two very important ideas that would shape English government in the future. It made it clear that the monarch must obey the law. It reduced the King's power and established laws.
Who was Charles Martel?
Ruler of the Franks; grandfather of Charlemagne.
Why was the Middle Ages also called the Dark Ages?
The Middle Ages was also known as the Dark Ages because they were invaded by tribes, there was no order. Plagues and diseases spread, trade slowed, and no education.
Who were the Vikings?
The Vikings were independent farmers ruled by land-owning chieftains.
Why was the church an important feature of the Middle Ages?
The church and its teachings were central to Medieval life. The Roman Church emerged as the most powerful force in the region. The Church converted the diverse peoples of Western Europe to Christianity. It was a social center as well as a place of worship. It controlled the spiritual life of Christians but gradually became the most powerful worldly force in medieval Europe. The Pope was the spiritual leader of the Western Christian Church, based in Rome.
Who were the Nobles?
The nobles were ultimately vassals of the king.
Who were the Magyars?
The nomadic people.
