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What term refers to the period between the decline of the Roman Empire and the Renaissance?
What term refers to the period between the decline of the Roman Empire and the Renaissance?
The Celts were the last settlers of what is now Great Britain.
The Celts were the last settlers of what is now Great Britain.
False
In what year did the Angles and Saxons begin their settlement in Britain?
In what year did the Angles and Saxons begin their settlement in Britain?
449
The Roman armies abandoned Britain to defend the city of __________.
The Roman armies abandoned Britain to defend the city of __________.
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Which belief system did the Celts practice before the arrival of Christianity?
Which belief system did the Celts practice before the arrival of Christianity?
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What was the defensive structure built by the Romans that was 73 miles long?
What was the defensive structure built by the Romans that was 73 miles long?
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Match the following groups with their origins:
Match the following groups with their origins:
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Christianity was introduced to Great Britain by the Romans.
Christianity was introduced to Great Britain by the Romans.
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Which term is often used to describe the early Middle Ages?
Which term is often used to describe the early Middle Ages?
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The Anglo-Saxon religion did not remain strong despite the growth of Christianity.
The Anglo-Saxon religion did not remain strong despite the growth of Christianity.
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Name one important religious figure in Anglo-Saxon religion.
Name one important religious figure in Anglo-Saxon religion.
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The Viking age in European history was from about AD _____ to 1100.
The Viking age in European history was from about AD _____ to 1100.
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Match the following gods with their roles in Anglo-Saxon religion:
Match the following gods with their roles in Anglo-Saxon religion:
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In Anglo-Saxon society, who was responsible for maintaining law and order?
In Anglo-Saxon society, who was responsible for maintaining law and order?
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Anglo-Saxon poets were considered less important than warriors in their society.
Anglo-Saxon poets were considered less important than warriors in their society.
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What was the significance of the loss of a shield or spear for a Germanic warrior?
What was the significance of the loss of a shield or spear for a Germanic warrior?
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Who was the king of Wessex during the Viking invasions?
Who was the king of Wessex during the Viking invasions?
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The Vikings were all Christians when they invaded Britain.
The Vikings were all Christians when they invaded Britain.
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What was the primary reason the Vikings attacked monasteries in Britain?
What was the primary reason the Vikings attacked monasteries in Britain?
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The Norman Conquest occurred in the year ______.
The Norman Conquest occurred in the year ______.
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Match the following individuals or groups with their actions:
Match the following individuals or groups with their actions:
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What did the Vikings primarily seek when they invaded British lands?
What did the Vikings primarily seek when they invaded British lands?
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After AD874, Wessex was the only kingdom that repelled Viking invasions.
After AD874, Wessex was the only kingdom that repelled Viking invasions.
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What types of goods did the Vikings trade to bring back home?
What types of goods did the Vikings trade to bring back home?
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What was the primary goal of William the Conqueror regarding the Anglo-Saxons?
What was the primary goal of William the Conqueror regarding the Anglo-Saxons?
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The period immediately following the fall of Rome is known as the Dark Ages because there was a lack of formal education for the masses.
The period immediately following the fall of Rome is known as the Dark Ages because there was a lack of formal education for the masses.
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What factors contributed to the decline of the Roman Empire? List any two.
What factors contributed to the decline of the Roman Empire? List any two.
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William the Conqueror came from an area in ________ and spoke French.
William the Conqueror came from an area in ________ and spoke French.
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How did the medieval Church serve society in Europe after the fall of Rome?
How did the medieval Church serve society in Europe after the fall of Rome?
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Match the factions of Christianity with their characteristics:
Match the factions of Christianity with their characteristics:
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The early medieval period was characterized by greater local autonomy and cultural diversity compared to the preceding period.
The early medieval period was characterized by greater local autonomy and cultural diversity compared to the preceding period.
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Which group had the most political power during the medieval period?
Which group had the most political power during the medieval period?
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How many French words were added to the English vocabulary due to the Norman Conquest?
How many French words were added to the English vocabulary due to the Norman Conquest?
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Chivalry was a code of conduct that encouraged the warrior class to exploit their violent tendencies.
Chivalry was a code of conduct that encouraged the warrior class to exploit their violent tendencies.
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What language was used for Christian services in the Western Roman Empire?
What language was used for Christian services in the Western Roman Empire?
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Chivalry encouraged the _____________ class to behave in a way that would benefit society.
Chivalry encouraged the _____________ class to behave in a way that would benefit society.
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Match the following historical terms with their definitions:
Match the following historical terms with their definitions:
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Which group of people is known for their shipbuilding and navigation skills?
Which group of people is known for their shipbuilding and navigation skills?
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William the Conqueror defeated the British King in the Battle of Hastings.
William the Conqueror defeated the British King in the Battle of Hastings.
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What was the primary form of social organization throughout much of Medieval European history?
What was the primary form of social organization throughout much of Medieval European history?
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The Black Death spread in Europe primarily due to _____, as merchants brought the disease to the Mediterranean Sea.
The Black Death spread in Europe primarily due to _____, as merchants brought the disease to the Mediterranean Sea.
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Which Germanic groups settled in England?
Which Germanic groups settled in England?
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The term 'Medieval' is another way of saying 'Middle Ages.'
The term 'Medieval' is another way of saying 'Middle Ages.'
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Name the King of England who died, leaving the English crown to be claimed.
Name the King of England who died, leaving the English crown to be claimed.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Study Notes
Anglo-Saxon and Medieval Periods (449-1485)
- The period spans from 449 to 1485.
- It encompasses both Anglo-Saxon and Medieval periods.
- The period is commonly named the Middle Ages.
- The early Middle Ages is sometimes called the Dark Ages
Early Middle Ages
- Marked by the decline of the Roman Empire.
- Rise of Northern Europe.
- New forms of government emerged.
- Changes occurred in religion, language, laws, architecture, and government.
- "Medieval" refers to events, writings, and creations from that time period.
Introduction
- Celts were the first settlers of Great Britain in the 4th century B.C.
- Celtic religion was Animism, believing natural things (plants, animals, rocks, thunder) have spirits influencing events.
- These spirits controlled all aspects of existence.
The Roman Period
- In 55 B.C., Julius Caesar sailed to Britain to assert Rome's authority.
- In 43 B.C., Roman armies conquered the Britons, leading to Britain becoming part of the Roman Empire.
- The Romans introduced cities, written scholarship, and Christianity.
Rome's Greatest Legacy - Christianity
- Christianity became the official religion of Rome after the conversion of Emperor Constantine in 312.
- Constantine claimed to have witnessed a vision of a flaming cross in the sky before a battle.
- Constantine converted and promised to convert to Christianity, succeeding in the battle.
- Some historians suggest gaining the loyalty of Christians in his army was the main reason.
The Romans' Departure
- Romans remained in Britain for about 300 years.
- They built roads and a great defensive wall (73 miles long).
- Christianity gradually spread.
- In the 5th century, Roman armies abandoned Britain.
- Germanic peoples invaded and settled, establishing fixed territories.
The Anglo-Saxon Period (449-1066)
- Roman Emperors granted land to Angles and Saxons in return for military service.
- Angles, Saxons, and Jutes (from Germany and Denmark) settled in Britain, becoming the new rulers.
- Angle-land (England) became the name of the area settled by these groups.
- The Roman Empire fell in 476 A.D.
The Middle Ages (500-1500 A.D.)
- Three periods: Early, High and Late Middle Ages
- Early Middle Ages (500-1000 A.D.)
- High Middle Ages (1000-1300 A.D.)
- Late Middle Ages (1300-1500 A.D.)
The Vikings
- The Viking age lasted from about AD 700-1100.
- The first Viking attack recorded in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle was around AD 787.
- The Vikings engaged in fierce battles with the Anglo-Saxons, stealing from churches and burning buildings.
- Vikings raided and settled in various places in Europe.
- In AD 865, a Viking army sailed to attack and conquer.
- In AD 874, almost all kingdoms fell to the Vikings, except Wessex ruled by Alfred the Great.
- King Alfred fought the Vikings, who were forced to make peace.
- Anglo-Saxons controlled the west, Vikings the east.
- The Vikings were pagans, not Christians.
- They traded and sometimes settled peacefully .
End of the Anglo-Saxon Age
- The Anglo-Saxon and Viking struggles continued until 1066.
- The Anglo-Saxons and Danes were defeated by William, Duke of Normandy (France).
The Norman Conquest (1066)
- Edward the Confessor who was an Anglo-Saxon died. Two men, Harold of England and William of Normandy, both claimed the throne.
- William of Normandy defeated Harold at the Battle of Hastings in 1066, earning him the title of William the Conqueror.
- The Anglo-Saxon age ended and Norman rule began.
- The Normans brought England into mainstream European civilization and added French words to English.
Characteristics of the Period
- Medieval period in Europe was after the fall of Rome.
- Emperors kept tight control over the people.
- There was little formal education for the masses.
- Artwork from Greece survived.
- There was no major building activity.
- The Medieval Church was a unifying force, providing indulgences, creating stability, and securing societal structure through redistribution of wealth and common beliefs.
Comparisons
- Early Medieval period was characterized by reduced local autonomy, less cultural diversity, less stability and progress.
- Factors in the decline of the Roman Empire included loss of values, corrupt governments, population growth, and hostile invasions.
Political Power
- Lords had the most political power.
- Other groups mentioned were vassals, serfs, and knights.
Religious Differences
- Catholicism and Eastern Orthodox Christianity were the two main factions.
- Catholic is monotheistic, Orthodox is controlled by the Pope and Orthodox has priests where Catholic has shaman.
Feudalism
- Chivalry was a set of conduct to encourage productive behavior to benefit Society.
- Main language in the Western Roman Empire was Latin.
Other Important Facts
- The most common name for this period was named the Medieval Period..
- Other terms for this period were the Dark Ages.
- Some characteristics of the early Middle Ages differed from Roman times. -Trade increased, people moved to cities, and population increased.
- Angles and Saxons were Germanic Groups.
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Test your knowledge on Anglo-Saxon history, culture, and religion. This quiz covers key events, figures, and beliefs that shaped the early Middle Ages in Britain. Dive deep into topics like the Viking age and the influence of Christianity.
