Migration and Influence of Early Cultures
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What was a consequence of walking over red-hot bars in the justice method described?

  • A quick healing of wounds indicated innocence. (correct)
  • Participants had the option to refuse.
  • It determined the level of pain tolerance.
  • It was meant to punish guilty individuals.

    • What role did the Catholic Church play in English society during this period?

  • It encouraged the construction of churches and cathedrals. (correct)
  • It was less significant than local governance.
  • It opposed the concept of pilgrimage.
  • It facilitated social equality among genders.

    • Which of the following best describes the status of women during the time period discussed?

  • They were often in subservient roles with limited rights. (correct)
  • They had equal rights as men.
  • They only worked in religious roles.
  • They chose their husbands freely.

    • Which major invention originated during the Song Dynasty in China?

    <p>Gunpowder.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What traditional practice among upper-class women in China indicated beauty and wealth?

    <p>Foot binding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Germanic tribe played a significant role in early England and introduced the Old English language?

    <p>Anglo Saxons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason the Jutes migrated to Britain in the 5th century?

    <p>To find better land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event marked the beginning of the Viking Age?

    <p>The Viking raid on Lindisfarne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor distinguished the Mongols from other empires during their expansion?

    <p>Their nomadic lifestyle and mastery of horseback riding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding village life in early England?

    <p>Farming was the most common occupation for village residents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant contribution of the Vikings to Britain?

    <p>Influence on place names that exist today</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How were the Mongols notable in terms of religious tolerance?

    <p>They allowed multiple religions to coexist within their empire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was a role of the lord in a village during early England?

    <p>To collect taxes and maintain law and order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Anglo-Saxons

    • Germanic tribes migrated to Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries
    • Introduced Old English, the foundation of modern English
    • Established kingdoms like Wessex and Mercia
    • Influenced England's language, culture, and early society

    Jutes

    • Similar to the Anglo-Saxons
    • Germanic people from areas in present-day Germany and Denmark
    • Migrated to Britain in the 5th century
    • Primarily settled in Kent
    • Contributed to Britain's early cultural diversity, influencing local language and culture

    Vikings

    • Originated from Scandinavia (Denmark, Norway, Sweden)
    • Known for seafaring skills and warrior culture
    • Raided Lindisfarne in 793 CE, marking the start of the Viking Age
    • Invaded Britain for wealth, trade, and settlement
    • Influenced place names that remain today

    Mongols

    • Nomadic people originating from Mongolia
    • Expanded empires through conquest, including parts of Asia and Europe
    • Led by Genghis Khan
    • Known for horseback riding and archery
    • Built the largest land empire in history
    • Improved trade routes (e.g., Silk Road)
    • Allowed different religions within their empire
    • Granted women more rights compared to other empires

    England

    • Poor road quality; primary transportation was by boat
    • Lord held significant power in villages, collecting taxes and maintaining order
    • Communities heavily influenced by the lord's presence and their manor houses
    • Penalties for tax evasion could involve physical punishment and humiliation
    • Trial by ordeal, a method involving tests, was used to determine guilt or innocence

    Catholic Church

    • Powerful institution, leading to construction of many churches and cathedrals
    • Pilgrimages to religious sites were common
    • Canterbury was a significant pilgrimage site

    China

    • Emperor Qin established the Great Wall and Terracotta Warriors in the 3rd century BCE
    • Viewed itself as the "Middle Kingdom," the center of the world
    • Confucianism shaped Chinese society focusing on respect, harmony, and family
    • Song Dynasty (960-1279 CE) brought advancements in printing, farming, metalwork, gunpowder, paper money, and the compass, impacting cultural and economic development
    • Foot binding was a practice to display wealth and beauty but often resulted in disability

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