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What caused some Western Europeans to seek changes within the Catholic Church during the Middle Ages?
What caused some Western Europeans to seek changes within the Catholic Church during the Middle Ages?
- The church's lack of power in society.
- The perceived deviation from Christian ideals. (correct)
- The church's emphasis on spiritual reflection.
- The decline in monastery construction.
What was a primary focus of the new religious orders in the Middle Ages?
What was a primary focus of the new religious orders in the Middle Ages?
- Seeking political power.
- Establishing universities.
- Returning to Christian ideals. (correct)
- Accumulating more wealth.
Which group of individuals were the Cistercian order founded by?
Which group of individuals were the Cistercian order founded by?
- Priests who sought more active roles in politics.
- Wealthy merchants who wanted to give back to the church.
- Nuns who desired more autonomy in their convents.
- Monks who were unsatisfied with the luxurious lifestyles in some monasteries. (correct)
What was a characteristic activity of the Cistercian monks?
What was a characteristic activity of the Cistercian monks?
What role did Bernard of Clairvaux play in the religious movements of the Middle Ages?
What role did Bernard of Clairvaux play in the religious movements of the Middle Ages?
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Religious Order
Religious Order
A group of priests, monks, or nuns who live and work together.
Cistercian Order
Cistercian Order
A religious order founded in 1098 that emphasized simplicity, prayer, and farming.
Bernard of Clairvaux
Bernard of Clairvaux
A famous member of the Cistercian order who encouraged a spiritual way of life.
Farming
Farming
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Wealthy
Wealthy
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Study Notes
Religion's Impact on Medieval Europe
- The Catholic Church became wealthy and powerful during the Middle Ages.
- Starting in the 1000s, Western Europeans grew concerned about the Church's direction.
- They sought to restore the Church to its original Christian principles.
- More monasteries were built, and new religious orders (groups of priests, monks, and nuns) were formed.
New Religious Orders
- The Cistercian order was a significant new religious order.
- Founded in 1098 by monks discontent with rich monasteries.
- These monks sought a simpler, more spiritual way of life.
- Cistercian monks engaged in worship, prayer, and farming.
- They developed innovative farming techniques.
- Bernard of Clairvaux was a notable Cistercian monk.
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This quiz explores the role of the Catholic Church and the emergence of new religious orders during the Middle Ages. Learn about the Cistercian order, its origins, and the significant changes in worship and agricultural practices. Test your knowledge on how these developments influenced society in Medieval Europe.
