Medieval History Summary Quiz

Medieval History Summary

• 14th century Hungary: Experienced a period of significant flourishing in feudal society.
• Christopher Columbus: Born in Genoa, was a skilled mariner, pilot, and captain, with knowledge of astronomy and geography.
• Akhshunwar and Peroz: Hephthalite king Akhshunwar provided an army to Peroz.
• Clovis's death: Led to the division of the Frankish state among his sons.
• Al-Andalus: Known for its scientific and cultural achievements.
• Spanish Kings and Columbus: An agreement appointed Columbus as viceroy of newly discovered lands, awarding him 10% of income.
• Iron Mask: Used sometimes as a symbol of intimidation, not just for protection.
• European Wealth: Exploration led to increased wealth in European nations.
• Mongols and Russia: Hostilities between the Mongols and Russian principalities began in 1235.
• Bushido: A code of conduct emphasizing honor.

Additional Information

• Italian City-States: Merchant guilds held significant power in the 11th century, evolving into independent city-republics by the 12th century.
• Charles Martel: Famous for his victory over the Muslims at the Battle of Tours in 732.
• Columbus's Mistake: Mistook Cuba for an island off the coast of Asia.
• St. Sophia: Turned into a mosque.
• Demographic Growth: Italian cities saw population growth from 10,000 to 50,000 people by the 13th century.
• Economic Growth: Italian cities experienced periods of rapid economic growth in the 11th century.
• Papacy and Empire: Italy was often a battleground for conflict between the papacy and the Holy Roman Empire.
• Genghis Khan and Khorezmshah: Genghis Khan recognized Khwarazmshah as an equal ruler.
• High Renaissance: Included the late 15th and early 16th centuries.
• Magyar Tribes: Hungary was the name of one of the seven Magyar tribes.
• Reconquista: A period lasting 8 centuries.
• Teutoburg Forest: Defeat of Three legions.
• Italian Grand Council: Included several hundred people.
• Royal Districts of Stephen I: Creation of ten royal districts.

Further Historical Events

• Mongols and China: Mongols captured a significant part of Vietnam in 1275.
• Red Turban Rebellion: Chinese uprising in 1351.
• Zhu Yuanzhang: Proclaimed emperor of the Ming Dynasty in 1368.
• Tokhtamysh Attack: Attacked Moscow and got the Russians to pay tribute in 1382.
• Cabral and Brazil: Pedro Álvares Cabral landed in Brazil claiming it for Portugal in 1500.
• Magellan and Philippines: Magellan reached the Philippines in 1521.
• Ostrogothic Union and Huns: Ostrogothic Union was defeated by the Huns in 375.
• Alaric and Rome: Alaric led the Visigothic army to take and plunder Rome in 410.
• Pepin and Septimania: Pepin conquered Septimania from the Muslims in 759.
• Small council in Italy: Created to monitor the activities of the Signoria in Italy.
• Control in Italy: Control of Italian counties by the Signoria.
• Papal Power & Germany: Papal power depended on the German Emperors for some centuries.
• Frankish Kingdom Congress: Irregular and non-regular congresses.
• Hungarian Reign of Bell IV: Administrative, economic and military reforms.
• Medieval Japan: Samurai warrior armor.
• Italian Trade: Italian city-states were rich due to overseas trades.
• Political Fragmentation in France Issues of feudalism, struggles, and lack of strong governance.
• Sources in Frankish History: Salic Law.
• Byzantine Emperors: Reach their peak during Justinian era.
• European Powers & Islam Expansion: Assessment of the impact of Amir Temur's victory on Islamic Expansion.
• Ottoman Empire & World War I: Final collapse of the Ottoman Empire at the end of World War I.
• Ferdinand Magellan First European to sail around the world.

Test your knowledge on significant events and figures from the medieval period, including the flourishing of feudal society in Hungary, Christopher Columbus's achievements, and the cultural contributions of Al-Andalus. This quiz will cover key topics such as the Mongol-Russian hostilities and the code of Bushido.