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Why did the Crusaders decide to sack the city of Constantinople in 1204?
Why did the Crusaders decide to sack the city of Constantinople in 1204?
- To gain control of the city as part of the holy war against Muslims
- To eliminate Alexius III and replace him with Alexius IV (correct)
- To expand the Byzantine Empire's territory
- To establish a new trading route in the Mediterranean
Who led the Fifth Crusade?
Who led the Fifth Crusade?
- Andrew II of Hungary (correct)
- Pope Innocent III
- Frederick II
- Leopold VI of Austria
What was the outcome of the Crusaders' attack on Egypt during the Fifth Crusade?
What was the outcome of the Crusaders' attack on Egypt during the Fifth Crusade?
- They successfully captured Cairo
- They made a peace agreement with Al-Malik al-Kamil (correct)
- They decided to retreat back to Europe
- They were defeated and had to surrender
Which Crusade ended with Emperor Frederick II negotiating peace over Jerusalem with al-Kamil?
Which Crusade ended with Emperor Frederick II negotiating peace over Jerusalem with al-Kamil?
Why did the Ninth Crusade fail to achieve its goals?
Why did the Ninth Crusade fail to achieve its goals?
How did the Crusades influence the breakdown of feudalism?
How did the Crusades influence the breakdown of feudalism?
What impact did the Crusades have on the Pope's authority?
What impact did the Crusades have on the Pope's authority?
Which event marked the conversion of Constantinople into a Muslim city?
Which event marked the conversion of Constantinople into a Muslim city?
What was an outcome of the Seventh Crusade led by King Louis IX?
What was an outcome of the Seventh Crusade led by King Louis IX?
What was one significant effect of the Crusades on wealth distribution?
What was one significant effect of the Crusades on wealth distribution?