9 Questions
What was one of the main objectives of the Crusades?
Control of sacred sites in Jerusalem and the city itself
Who asked Western leaders for help fighting the Muslims?
Emperor Alexius I of the Byzantine Empire
What was Pope Urban II's plea to knights, princes, and commoners?
To go on crusade to save Christendom from the infidel
What did Muslim leaders aim to achieve by conquering Jerusalem?
Control of important religious and trade centers
What was one of the negative effects of the Crusades?
Destruction of Jewish villages and murder of many Jews
What was Pope Urban II's promise to those who went on Crusade?
Absolution (forgiveness of all sins)
What did the Muslims view the Christians as during the Crusades?
Invaders and infidels
Who challenged Europeans to fight to reclaim access to the Holy Land?
Pope Urban II
What was one of the positive effects of the Crusades?
Increased trade between the West and the Middle East
This class agenda covers the crusading movement of the Medieval Era, focusing on the reasons for European nobles and commoners traveling to and attempting to conquer the 'Holy Land' near Jerusalem. The agenda includes warm-up questions, learning objectives, essential questions, a meme of the day, homework assignment, and an exit ticket.
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