The Crusades of the Medieval Era Class Agenda
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What was one of the reasons for the Crusades?

  • To establish new colonies for European expansion
  • To conquer new territories for agricultural resources
  • To expand European trade routes in the Middle East
  • To secure safe passage for Christian pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land (correct)

    • Who asked Western leaders for help fighting the Muslims?

  • Emperor Alexius I of the Byzantine Empire (correct)
  • Saladin
  • King Richard the Lionheart
  • Pope Urban II

    • What was the main objective of Pope Urban II's plea to knights, princes, and commoners?

  • To conquer new territories for economic gain
  • To promote cultural exchange with the Islamic world
  • To establish new trade routes with the Middle East
  • To go on crusade to save Christendom from the Muslims (correct)

    • What did Christian leaders also want to do in relation to the Holy Land?

    <p>Reconquer the Holy Land in the name of Christianity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary motivation for the First Crusade?

    <p>To reclaim access to the Holy Land from the Muslims</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Pope Urban II promise absolution to those who went on Crusade?

    <p>To encourage participation in the Crusade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant consequence of the First Crusade?

    <p>Establishment of a Western Kingdom in the East called the Crusader States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the negative effects of the Crusades?

    <p>~ 1 million to Five million dead, but it’s difficult to pin down an accurate number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Third Crusade?

    <p>A truce allowing Christian pilgrims to travel to Jerusalem safely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one significant consequence of the Fourth Crusade?

    <p>Attempt to seize Egypt and then tried to seize the riches of Constantinople</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a common motivation for many Europeans to join the Crusades?

    <p>For glory, power, and riches promised by the Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one reason behind Pope Urban II calling for the first crusade?

    <p>The Muslims had seized Byzantine lands, and he wanted help from Western armies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key factor contributing to growing distrust between Eastern and Western Christendom as a result of the Crusades?

    <p>Destruction of Jewish villages and murder of many Jews by crusading armies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the failure of many later crusades from regaining territory or winning support from the Church and European monarchs?

    <p>Numerous attacks on both sides occurring over centuries leading to stalemate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one positive outcome resulting from the Crusades?

    <p>Increased power and influence of Western leaders and the Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

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