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What was a primary purpose of the schools that arose around cathedrals by the 1100s?
What was a primary purpose of the schools that arose around cathedrals by the 1100s?
Which of the following was NOT a defining feature of Gothic Cathedrals?
Which of the following was NOT a defining feature of Gothic Cathedrals?
What was a significant consequence of the Black Death on society?
What was a significant consequence of the Black Death on society?
How did St. Thomas Aquinas influence European thought?
How did St. Thomas Aquinas influence European thought?
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What role did Crusaders play in the development of mathematics in Europe?
What role did Crusaders play in the development of mathematics in Europe?
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Which treatment was commonly believed to cure the Black Death?
Which treatment was commonly believed to cure the Black Death?
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What was the impact of the Black Death on the economy?
What was the impact of the Black Death on the economy?
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What educational language was primarily used in universities during medieval times?
What educational language was primarily used in universities during medieval times?
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What was a major characteristic of university life in the medieval period?
What was a major characteristic of university life in the medieval period?
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Which feature of Gothic cathedrals was specifically designed to help support their structure?
Which feature of Gothic cathedrals was specifically designed to help support their structure?
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How did the return of classical knowledge to Europe after the Crusades impact education?
How did the return of classical knowledge to Europe after the Crusades impact education?
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What negative effect did the Black Death have on the perception of the Church?
What negative effect did the Black Death have on the perception of the Church?
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Which statement accurately describes the treatment methods used during the Black Death?
Which statement accurately describes the treatment methods used during the Black Death?
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What was one of the consequences of the Black Death on the workforce in Europe?
What was one of the consequences of the Black Death on the workforce in Europe?
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What distinguished the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas during the medieval period?
What distinguished the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas during the medieval period?
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What societal impact resulted from the mass death of individuals during the Black Death?
What societal impact resulted from the mass death of individuals during the Black Death?
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Study Notes
Medieval Universities
- By the 1100s, schools developed around cathedrals to train clergy, establishing universities as status symbols in European cities.
- Women were excluded from attending universities.
- Knowledge of classical Greek texts, preserved by Muslim scholars, was reintroduced to Europe during the Crusades.
University Life
- University attendance required a rigorous schedule: classes from 5 AM, followed by prayers and meal breaks.
- Instruction primarily conducted in Latin; students memorized material while sitting on hard benches.
- Students paid teachers per class; exams were strictly oral in format.
- Daily routine included classes until early evening, followed by individual study after dinner.
St. Thomas Aquinas
- Aquinas synthesized Christian doctrines with Greek philosophy, advocating for a universe governed by divine order and natural laws.
- His work marked a revival of logic and reason, moving European thought away from superstition.
Science and Math
- European scientific progress was minimal; however, returning Crusaders brought back:
- Arabic numerals, replacing Roman numerals.
- Scientific knowledge from classical Greek works and advancements in mathematics from Islamic scholars, notably algebra.
Gothic Cathedrals
- Major cities constructed massive Gothic cathedrals as symbols of wealth and power.
- Key features included:
- Flying buttresses for structural support.
- Stained glass windows and bas reliefs to convey Biblical narratives to illiterate populations.
- Architectural design in the shape of a cross.
- Gargoyles for drainage and to ward off evil spirits.
The Black Death
- Originating in China, the plague claimed approximately 35 million lives before spreading across Asia.
- Carried by fleas on Mongol caravans, the plague reached Europe via merchant ships in Italy around 1347 and rapidly spread to Spain and France by 1348.
- The death toll in Europe was catastrophic, with estimates suggesting up to 50% mortality.
Treatments/Beliefs
- Common but ineffective plague treatments included:
- Bloodletting and lancing of wounds.
- Applications of vinegar or rose water.
- Various odors, including excrement, were believed to purify the air.
- Bizarre methods like rubbing a body with a chicken or ingesting urine.
Consequences of Plague
- The plague led to a collapse of existing social structures and widespread disillusionment with the Church.
- Persecution of Jews intensified as scapegoating increased among populations seeking explanations.
- Economic impact included significant labor shortages due to high mortality rates.
A Weakened Church
- The papal seat relocated to Avignon, France, which complicated the authority of the Church in Europe.
Medieval Universities
- By the 1100s, schools developed around cathedrals to train clergy, establishing universities as status symbols in European cities.
- Women were excluded from attending universities.
- Knowledge of classical Greek texts, preserved by Muslim scholars, was reintroduced to Europe during the Crusades.
University Life
- University attendance required a rigorous schedule: classes from 5 AM, followed by prayers and meal breaks.
- Instruction primarily conducted in Latin; students memorized material while sitting on hard benches.
- Students paid teachers per class; exams were strictly oral in format.
- Daily routine included classes until early evening, followed by individual study after dinner.
St. Thomas Aquinas
- Aquinas synthesized Christian doctrines with Greek philosophy, advocating for a universe governed by divine order and natural laws.
- His work marked a revival of logic and reason, moving European thought away from superstition.
Science and Math
- European scientific progress was minimal; however, returning Crusaders brought back:
- Arabic numerals, replacing Roman numerals.
- Scientific knowledge from classical Greek works and advancements in mathematics from Islamic scholars, notably algebra.
Gothic Cathedrals
- Major cities constructed massive Gothic cathedrals as symbols of wealth and power.
- Key features included:
- Flying buttresses for structural support.
- Stained glass windows and bas reliefs to convey Biblical narratives to illiterate populations.
- Architectural design in the shape of a cross.
- Gargoyles for drainage and to ward off evil spirits.
The Black Death
- Originating in China, the plague claimed approximately 35 million lives before spreading across Asia.
- Carried by fleas on Mongol caravans, the plague reached Europe via merchant ships in Italy around 1347 and rapidly spread to Spain and France by 1348.
- The death toll in Europe was catastrophic, with estimates suggesting up to 50% mortality.
Treatments/Beliefs
- Common but ineffective plague treatments included:
- Bloodletting and lancing of wounds.
- Applications of vinegar or rose water.
- Various odors, including excrement, were believed to purify the air.
- Bizarre methods like rubbing a body with a chicken or ingesting urine.
Consequences of Plague
- The plague led to a collapse of existing social structures and widespread disillusionment with the Church.
- Persecution of Jews intensified as scapegoating increased among populations seeking explanations.
- Economic impact included significant labor shortages due to high mortality rates.
A Weakened Church
- The papal seat relocated to Avignon, France, which complicated the authority of the Church in Europe.
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Test your knowledge about the evolution of medieval universities in Europe. This quiz explores the establishment of schools near cathedrals, the exclusivity of these institutions, and daily university life during the 1100s. Dive into the impact of classical knowledge as it resurfaced in Europe through Muslim scholars during the Crusades.
