9 Questions
What has been criticized regarding Pirenne's views?
Overemphasis on the significance of the rise of the Arabs and the Islamic revolution
What has been pointed out about the medieval trade?
It did not witness a complete collapse of the Mediterranean trade or of long distance trade
What happened to metallic currency during the feudal age?
It did not witness a total disappearance although land became the chief form of wealth
What factor is now believed to have contributed to the emergence of feudalism?
Political instability arising from a multiplicity of factors including the Germanic invasions and the Scandinavian raids
What term did Henri Pirenne propose for the subculture created by the nobilities' training in new warfare, professional and educational experience?
Chivalry
What was the impact of the arrival of Arabs in the 7th century CE on the continuity of trade?
It broke the continuity of trade
What did Charlemagne reorganize the army in view of?
The threat of Arabs
According to Henri Pirenne, what was inconceivable without the Saracen expansion and destruction of Mediterranean trade?
Medieval feudal society
What was the primary purpose of the land grants given by Charlemagne to the army and soldiers?
Engagement in view of the threat of Arabs
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