Chapter 10: The Origins of the Middle Ages

Were the last element in the Feudal society structure.

Were engaged in the craft and in trade.

There were________Crusades in total.

The system of some men subordinating others based on the lands the lands they owned.

They were a minority of the population and had a high status.

Fought on horseback and placed themselves at the service of a lord.

Was the most important city for both Christians and Muslims.

Were the expeditions undertaken by Christians to defend the Christian Kingdom of Jerusalem.

Gave lands to his territory's nobles to defend them.

Feudal society was divided into very different...

The king depended firstly on the decisions of the... 

Strengthened his authority as emperor and defended the European region from possible invasions.

The historical period that started with the fall of the Roman Empire in the 5th century.

Lands that the lords could give to others in in exchange for their fidelity and services.

It was where the powerful lord lived.

Charlemagne ruled for more than...

During the 11th century the__________had control over Jerusalem.

It was a symbol of the power of the lord who controlled it.

In America, three important cultures during the Middle Ages.

Was the first element on the Feudal pyramid in the middle ages.

This is where lived men and women who dedicated their lives to God.

In what other part of the world besides Europe did important civilization develop?

Was made up of monks and priests, who prayed for the salvation of the people.

Architectural styles widespread during the Middle Ages.

They are called Crusades because its members would sew a_________on their clothes.