Medieval History: Feudalism and Columbus

Questions and Answers

Christopher Columbus sailed the ocean blue in ______.

1492

What did feudalism indicate about the power of the king?

The king was weak.

How can a king become strong according to the content?

By having a standing army.

Excommunication is equivalent to a death sentence.

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

What happens to someone who is excommunicated?

<p>They are no longer part of the church.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Feudalism

Transition from a weak king to a strong ruler often influenced by feudal structures.
Feudalism involves a decentralized system where lords hold power in exchange for loyalty and service.
A standing army is crucial for a king to consolidate power and maintain order, replacing reliance on feudal levies.

Muhammad vs Catholic

Excommunication is a severe penalty within the Catholic Church, equating to a death sentence in moral and social terms.
Once excommunicated, individuals are ostracized from the church community and cannot participate in sacraments.
Excommunicated individuals are considered outcasts, losing social, spiritual, and sometimes political support.

Christopher Columbus

Christopher Columbus is known for his voyage in 1492 when he "sailed the ocean blue" and reached the Americas.
His expeditions marked the beginning of European exploration and colonization of the New World.
Columbus's discoveries led to significant historical changes, including the exchange of cultures, goods, and ideas between Europe and the Americas.

Description

This quiz covers key concepts in medieval history, including the transition from a weak to a strong monarchy influenced by feudalism, the implications of excommunication in the context of Muhammad and Catholic teachings, and the discovery of the New World by Christopher Columbus in 1492. Test your knowledge on these pivotal topics that shaped history.