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What geographical advantage did the Eastern half of the Roman Empire have after the fall of the Western Roman Empire?
What geographical advantage did the Eastern half of the Roman Empire have after the fall of the Western Roman Empire?
What was the nature of the government's structure in the Byzantine Empire?
What was the nature of the government's structure in the Byzantine Empire?
For what primary purpose was Hagia Sophia constructed under Justinian's rule?
For what primary purpose was Hagia Sophia constructed under Justinian's rule?
What was one significant criticism of Justinian's leadership?
What was one significant criticism of Justinian's leadership?
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What was the primary reason for the Byzantine Empire's need for strong defenses?
What was the primary reason for the Byzantine Empire's need for strong defenses?
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What major event caused the split in Christianity known as the Schism of 1054?
What major event caused the split in Christianity known as the Schism of 1054?
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What factors contributed to the decline of the Byzantine Empire?
What factors contributed to the decline of the Byzantine Empire?
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What was manorialism and how did it contribute to stability in Western Europe?
What was manorialism and how did it contribute to stability in Western Europe?
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What role did the Catholic Church play in the economies of Western Europe during the Middle Ages?
What role did the Catholic Church play in the economies of Western Europe during the Middle Ages?
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How did monsoons affect the Indian Ocean trade network?
How did monsoons affect the Indian Ocean trade network?
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What is one of the main reasons Islam is considered a universal religion?
What is one of the main reasons Islam is considered a universal religion?
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What led to the disagreement between Sunni and Shia Muslims?
What led to the disagreement between Sunni and Shia Muslims?
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In what ways did Islam spread from its place of origin?
In what ways did Islam spread from its place of origin?
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What was significant about Muhammad in the context of Islam?
What was significant about Muhammad in the context of Islam?
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What does the Silk Road exemplify in terms of globalization?
What does the Silk Road exemplify in terms of globalization?
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Which of the following describes how the Umayyad Caliphate facilitated cultural exchange?
Which of the following describes how the Umayyad Caliphate facilitated cultural exchange?
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What was the primary legal achievement of Justinian during his reign?
What was the primary legal achievement of Justinian during his reign?
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Which of the following characterized the governance of the Byzantine Empire?
Which of the following characterized the governance of the Byzantine Empire?
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Which architectural achievement is considered a hallmark of the Byzantine Empire?
Which architectural achievement is considered a hallmark of the Byzantine Empire?
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What was the significance of the schism between Eastern Orthodox Christianity and Roman Catholicism?
What was the significance of the schism between Eastern Orthodox Christianity and Roman Catholicism?
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What was one major effect of the Crusades on European society?
What was one major effect of the Crusades on European society?
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What is the role of vassals in the feudal system?
What is the role of vassals in the feudal system?
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Which of the following best represents the Five Pillars of Islam?
Which of the following best represents the Five Pillars of Islam?
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What was the primary purpose of the Jizya tax in the Islamic Empire?
What was the primary purpose of the Jizya tax in the Islamic Empire?
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Study Notes
AP World History Review: State Building in the Medieval World
- Study Strategies: Review class notes, readings, documents, and create detailed study guides using key terms and questions.
- Test Format: 35 multiple-choice questions.
- John Green Videos: Cover topics like the Fall of the Roman Empire, Christianity, the Dark Ages, Crusades, the Silk Road, and Indian Ocean Trade.
- TedEd Videos: Explore the fall of the Byzantine Empire, Constantinople, the rise and fall of medieval Islamic Empire, and life in medieval Baghdad.
- Khan Academy: Provides resources on the Byzantine Empire, Kievan Rus, the Middle Ages, and Islamic history.
- Key Terms and People: Include centralized government, nobles, succession, Jizya, Hagia Sophia, Eastern Orthodox Christianity, Roman Catholicism, consolidate, decentralized governments, mosque, tolerance, Caliphate, Indian Ocean trade networks, and monsoons.
- Byzantine Empire: Thrived after the fall of the Western Roman Empire due to its location, trade routes, and Christian governance. Had a centralized government with a powerful emperor. Hagia Sophia was a significant building showcasing Byzantine power. Justinian instituted codified laws, built infrastructure, and expanded the empire, though financially costly. Maintained security with strong walls. The Eastern Orthodox Church emerged from a Schism. The empire faced internal political strife and external threats, leading to its eventual fall.
- Kievan Rus: Influenced by the Byzantine Empire; adopted Christianity and modeled government.
- Western Europe (Feudalism and Manorialism): A system of local lords and peasants emerged after the Roman Empire fell, fostering stability through local protection and agriculture.
- Catholic Church: Played significant social, political, and economic roles. Educated, provided charity, and had significant wealth and influence in medieval Europe.
- Trade Networks: Indian Ocean and Silk Road trade networks exchanged goods, culture, and religious ideas. Monsoons influenced Indian Ocean trade.
- Islam: Emerged in the 7th-century Arabian Peninsula, taught monotheism (belief in one God). Key figures include Muhammad, and core practices like The Five Pillars of Islam (Faith, Prayer, Fasting, Charity, Pilgrimage) are reflected in Quran. Islam spread through military expansion, trade, and missionaries. Umayyad and Abbasid Caliphates facilitated cultural exchange. Important concepts include universalism, disputes amongst early followers, and the spread across various locations .
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This quiz covers key concepts related to state building in the medieval world for AP World History. Topics include the fall of the Roman Empire, the rise of the Byzantine Empire, and the dynamics of Islamic empires. Prepare with multiple-choice questions that encompass important key terms and historical figures.
