As a result of the collapse of Roman rule in 476, western Europe experienced...

a lack of political unity and stability

After the Great Schism occurred, what separated the Eastern Orthodoxy and the Catholic faith?

The Pope was recognized by the Catholics as their leader.

One result of deteriorating Mongol domination of Russian principalities was...

the rise of the princes of Moscow was a regional power

Which of the following was a major change brought by the Norman conquest of Britain?

New English language including some French grammar

How did the Great Schism contribute to the end of medieval Europe?

It greatly reduced the power ofthe Catholic church.

How did the Black Death affect medieval Europe?

It caused economic & social instability (reducing workforce)

Why were Jews killed as part of the Crusades?

They were blamed for many disasters that hit Europe

Which legal precedent was established in England when King John signed the Magna Carta?

No leader may be above the law of the land.

What political change was brought about by the fighting of the Hundred Years War?

Monarchies consolidated power as nation-states emerged.

Which statement is NOT true about the Magna Carta?

Consolidated power among elites

Which practice contributed to the spread of the Black Death in Europe?

trade, as merchants brought it to the Mediterranean Sea

Which architectural style blossomed during the middle ages?

Spires and flying buttresses: Gothic

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1
Which code of law is the basis for our modern legal system?
Justinian's code
Pericle's code
Pencil code
Alexander's code
2
As a result of the collapse of Roman rule in 476, western Europe experienced...
a shift to an urban population
a revolution in agriculture
a lack of political unity and stability
a rebirth of art and learning
3
After the Great Schism occurred, what separated the Eastern Orthodoxy and the Catholic faith?
The Pope was recognized by the Catholics as their leader.
The Bible was disputed as the word of God by the East.
No icons were allowed in the Catholic church services.
The open confession of sins fell into disuse in the West.
4
One result of deteriorating Mongol domination of Russian principalities was...
the rise of the princes of Moscow was a regional power
the birth of a golden age of art and literature in Kiev
the collapse of Islamic control ofBaghdad and Afghanistan
the decline of the influence the Russian Orthodox Church
5
For most of its history the Roman Catholic Church has conducted services in which language?
English
Latin
Hebrew
Greek
6
Which statement is not accurate about the Middle ages?
It saw the start of Hinduism
Growth of a middle class
Decline in papal prestige
Increased trade
7
Which element of Roman culture most strongly influenced Medieval Europe?
art
Nothing was influenced by the Romans
music
law
8
Which of the following was a major change brought by the Norman conquest of Britain?
Weak decentralized monarchy under William
Elimination of courts and taxes
Fair distribution of land among Anglo-Saxons and Normans
New English language including some French grammar
9
What punishment helped popes control kings who violated the laws of the Catholic Church?
taxation
excommunication
indulgence
investiture
10
Which of the following had the most political power under European feudalism?
Lords
Serfs
Vassals
Friars
11
How did the Great Schism contribute to the end of medieval Europe?
It allowed other religions toreplace a weakened Christianity
It greatly reduced the populationbecause of the wars.
It placed all religious Papal powers in Constantinople.
It greatly reduced the power ofthe Catholic church.
12
How did the Black Death affect medieval Europe?
it caused persecution of religious and ethnic minorities
It prompted advances in medicine that extended life span.
It caused economic & social instability (reducing workforce)
It allowed church officials to expand their authority.
13
Which of the following did NOT lead to the end of medieval Europe?
Black Death
Barbarian invasions
Crusades
Hundred Years’ War
14
Prior to and after the Crusades, which group controlled Jerusalem and the land around it?
Muslim leaders
Roman Catholic bishops
European kings
Eastern Orthodox patriarchs
15
Why were Jews killed as part of the Crusades?
They were blamed for many disasters that hit Europe
They were responsible for every disaster that hit Europe
No Jews were killed
They were cleaner than Christians and hated for it.
16
The medieval Church was a unifying force in Europe after the fall of Rome because it offered...
stability and security
It pushed Karma for the Rich
multiple sets of beliefs
indulgences for sinners
17
Under the manorial system, nobles were required to provide serfs with which of the following?
Livable Wage
Protection
Education
Food
18
Which legal precedent was established in England when King John signed the Magna Carta?
The chief executive has the right to veto legislation.
Judges may not impose cruel punishments.
Individuals accused of a crime have a right to bail.
No leader may be above the law of the land.
19
What political change was brought about by the fighting of the Hundred Years War?
Peasants gained privileges by serving in new national armies
Monarchies consolidated power as nation-states emerged.
Religious leaders emerged as local leaders in France
Knights built large armies to overthrow corrupt monarchs
20
The Magna Carta established the right of a jury trial. American law used this right in the
The Articles of Confederation
Declaration of Independence
Bill of Rights
Fundamental Orders of Connecticut
21
Which statement is NOT true about the Magna Carta?
Granted certain rights to nobility
Later used to limit powers of the king
Consolidated power among elites
Signed in 1215 at Runnymeade
22
Which practice contributed to the spread of the Black Death in Europe?
warfare, as knights carried the disease to Valencia
industry, as laborers spread the disease by the North Sea
religion, as pilgrims contracted the disease in Liege
trade, as merchants brought it to the Mediterranean Sea
23
Medieval European feudalism can best be described as an exchange of land for...
farm labor
wage labor
military service
village housing
24
Which architectural style blossomed during the middle ages?
H Balance and symmetry: Neoclassical
Rounded vaults and arches: Renaissance
Spires and flying buttresses: Gothic
Thick walls and sturdy design: Romanesque

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