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What significant event marked the end of the Classical Period?
The fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 CE
What was the social and economic system that developed during the High Middle Ages?
Feudalism
What was the primary reason for the Crusades during the High Middle Ages?
To reclaim the Holy Land from Muslim rule
What was the devastating pandemic that occurred during the Late Middle Ages?
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What was the significance of the University of Bologna, founded in 1088?
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What was the dominant religion in Europe during the Medieval Period?
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What were the Barbarian Invasions that occurred during the Early Middle Ages?
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What was the significance of the Fall of the Roman Empire in 476 CE?
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What was the primary role of the Catholic Church during the Medieval Period?
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What was the estimated death toll of the Black Death during the Late Middle Ages?
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Study Notes
Medieval Period (500-1500 CE)
Overview
- The Medieval Period, also known as the Middle Ages, is a period of European history that spans from the 5th to the 15th century.
- It is characterized by the fall of the Roman Empire, the rise of Christianity, and the development of feudalism.
Early Middle Ages (500-1000 CE)
- Fall of the Roman Empire: The Western Roman Empire declined and eventually fell in 476 CE, marking the end of the Classical Period.
- Barbarian Invasions: Germanic tribes such as the Visigoths, Vandals, and Franks invaded the Roman Empire, leading to the establishment of new kingdoms.
- Rise of Christianity: Christianity became the dominant religion in Europe, with the Catholic Church playing a significant role in politics and society.
High Middle Ages (1000-1300 CE)
- Feudalism: A social and economic system developed, where lords owned land and vassals provided military service in exchange for protection.
- Crusades: A series of military campaigns launched by Christian Europeans to reclaim the Holy Land from Muslim rule.
- University of Bologna: Founded in 1088, it became the first modern university in Europe, marking the beginning of a revival in learning and culture.
Late Middle Ages (1300-1500 CE)
- Black Death: A pandemic that devastated Europe, killing an estimated 75-200 million people, leading to significant social and economic changes.
- ** Hundred Years' War**: A series of conflicts between England and France that lasted from 1337 to 1453, marking the decline of feudalism.
- Rise of Nation-States: The development of centralized monarchies and the emergence of nation-states, such as England, France, and Spain.
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Explore the history of Europe from the 5th to the 15th century, covering the fall of the Roman Empire, the rise of Christianity, feudalism, and the emergence of nation-states. Learn about key events, such as the Crusades and the Black Death, and their impact on society. Discover the significant developments and changes that shaped this period.
