Medieval Europe Quiz: Key Events and Figures
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How long did the Normans/French rule Great Britain after William the Conqueror?

About 100 years

What modern-day document is similar to the Domesday Book?

the census

On what topic did King Henry II and Thomas Becket disagree?

the amount of power the church had

What was the result of their disagreement?

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Define the word penance.

<p>self-punishment for sins</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the goal of The Crusades?

<p>Christian armies recapturing the holy city of Jerusalem from Muslim forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was one of the most detested English rulers?

<p>King John</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which document was called "The Great Charter"?

<p>The Magna Carta</p> Signup and view all the answers

What modern-day document resembles this document?

<p>The Declaration of Independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

Regarding the Black Death...

<p>It was carried by sea</p> Signup and view all the answers

This plague was carried by ______ and caused contagious illnesses

<p>fleas</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between aristocracy and meritocracy?

<p>In an aristocracy, power is held by the rich; in a meritocracy, leaders are selected based on their abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the church's view of the Black Death?

<p>They thought it was a punishment that would drive out sin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of parliament?

<p>legislature/to make laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

What three groups make up Parliament?

<p>the sovereign, the House of Lords, and the House of Commons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What two groups fought in the Hundred Years' War?

<p>English and French</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were they fighting for?

<p>French territory</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the War of the Roses get its name?

<p>symbols of the families</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who won and created a dynasty that would rule England for over one hundred years?

<p>The Lancaster Henry Tudor</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is known as the "father of English poetry?"

<p>Geoffrey Chaucer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define vernacular.

<p>the language that would rule England for over one hundred years?</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define satire.

<p>the use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Domesday Book

A comprehensive record of land ownership and resources in England, commissioned by William the Conqueror.

Norman/French Rule in Great Britain

The period following William the Conqueror's invasion in 1066, marked by significant political and social changes.

King Henry II's Disagreement with Thomas Becket

A conflict about the power of the church, resulting in Becket's murder.

Penance

Self-inflicted punishment for sins as a way of atoning for wrongdoings.

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Crusades

A series of religious wars launched by European Christians to reclaim the Holy Land from Muslim control.

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King Richard the Lionheart

The only English king to participate in the Crusades.

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King John

Considered one of England's most unpopular rulers due to his tyrannical rule.

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Magna Carta

A landmark document that limited the power of the English monarchy and established fundamental rights for citizens.

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Black Death

A devastating pandemic that spread across Europe and Asia in the 14th century, killing millions.

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Black Death and Genghis Khan

The Black Death's impact on Genghis Khan's conquests, as his army was immune due to the plague's resistance to horses.

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Aristocracy vs. Meritocracy

Aristocracy: power held by the wealthy and influential. Meritocracy: power based on abilities and achievements.

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Church's View of Black Death

The church believed the Black Death was divine punishment for sin, causing widespread fear and religious fervor.

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Parliament's Role

Parliament's primary function is to make laws, representing the voice of the people in the legislative process.

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Parliament's Composition

Parliament consists of three main entities: the Sovereign, the House of Lords, and the House of Commons.

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Hundred Years' War

A series of protracted conflicts between England and France, primarily over control of French territories.

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Hundred Years' War Participants

The Hundred Years' War involved battles between English and French forces, with notable figures like Joan of Arc.

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Hundred Years' War Winner

France emerged victorious in the Hundred Years' War, reclaiming much of its lost territories.

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War of the Roses

A dynastic struggle in England for the throne between the Houses of York and Lancaster, named after their heraldic symbols.

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Lancaster Dynasty Founding

Henry Tudor, of the House of Lancaster, won the War of the Roses, establishing a dynasty that ruled England for over a century.

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Father of English Poetry

Geoffrey Chaucer is widely recognized as the father of English poetry due to his influential works, such as 'The Canterbury Tales.'

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Vernacular

The language commonly spoken by people in a particular region or country.

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Satire

A form of writing that uses humor, irony, and exaggeration to criticize or ridicule individuals or society.

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The Magna Carta and Declaration of Independence

Both documents are considered fundamental in establishing individual rights and limiting government power.

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The Black Death and Sin

The Church's perspective on the Black Death saw it as a punishment from God for people's sins.

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The House of Lords

One of the two houses of Parliament, composed of hereditary peers and appointed members.

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The House of Commons

One of the two houses of Parliament, elected by the people.

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Study Notes

Norman/French Rule of Great Britain

  • Norman/French rule lasted after William the Conqueror.
  • The Domesday Book is similar to a modern-day census.

King Henry II and Thomas Becket

  • King Henry II and Thomas Becket disagreed about the amount of power the church had.
  • Their disagreement resulted in Becket's murder.

Penance

  • Penance is self-punishment for sins.

Crusades

  • The goal of the Crusades was for Christian armies to recapture Jerusalem from Muslim forces.
  • King Richard the Lionheart was one king who fought in the Crusades.
  • King John was a detested English ruler.

Magna Carta

  • The Magna Carta was also known as "The Great Charter".
  • The Declaration of Independence is a similar modern-day document.

Black Death

  • The Black Death was caused by fleas.
  • This plague caused contagious illnesses.
  • It traveled further because of trade by sea.
  • The Black Death led to Genghis Khan conquering more of the world.
    • Genghis Khan believed his gods told him he was meant to rule the world.
    • Genghis Khan's army was immune to the plague because horses were.
  • Christians believed it was a punishment to drive out sin.

Aristocracy vs Meritocracy

  • In an aristocracy, power is held by the rich.
  • In a meritocracy, leaders are selected based on abilities.

Parliament

  • Parliament is the legislature.
  • Parliament consists of the sovereign, the House of Lords, and the House of Commons.

Hundred Years' War

  • The Hundred Years' War was fought between the English and French.
  • The French won the war and created a dynasty that ruled over England for over 100 years.
  • The war was fought over French territory.

War of the Roses

  • The House of Lancaster and House of York fought for the English throne (War of the Roses).
  • Henry Tudor won the war and created a dynasty.
  • Symbols of the families played a role in the war.

Geoffrey Chaucer

  • Geoffrey Chaucer is known as the father of English poetry.

Vernacular and Satire

  • Vernacular refers to the spoken language.
  • Satire is the use of humor, irony, and exaggeration to criticize people's vices.
  • Satire is usually used in a contemporary context, criticizing topical issues.

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Test your knowledge of key events and influential figures in medieval Europe. This quiz covers topics such as the Norman Conquest, the Crusades, the Magna Carta, and the impact of the Black Death. Discover how these events shaped the course of history.

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