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During which time period did the Islamic Golden Age rule?
During which time period did the Islamic Golden Age rule?
Which empire was not established during the Middle Ages?
Which empire was not established during the Middle Ages?
What region did the Vikings establish a strong base in?
What region did the Vikings establish a strong base in?
Which Viking leader defeated the Frankish king, Charles the Simple?
Which Viking leader defeated the Frankish king, Charles the Simple?
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Where was the Islamic Golden Age's House of Wisdom located?
Where was the Islamic Golden Age's House of Wisdom located?
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Which kingdom played a key role in converting tribal groups like the Saxons to Christianity?
Which kingdom played a key role in converting tribal groups like the Saxons to Christianity?
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What important event contributed to changes at all levels of society during the Middle Ages?
What important event contributed to changes at all levels of society during the Middle Ages?
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'Norman' derived from 'Northman' or 'Viking' refers to people from which background?
'Norman' derived from 'Northman' or 'Viking' refers to people from which background?
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'The Book of Knowledge of Ingenious Mechanical Devices' detailed over 100 mechanical devices during which age?
'The Book of Knowledge of Ingenious Mechanical Devices' detailed over 100 mechanical devices during which age?
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Which kingdom was reduced to smaller kingdoms after Charlemagne's reign?
Which kingdom was reduced to smaller kingdoms after Charlemagne's reign?
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Study Notes
Middle Ages
- The Islamic Golden Age occurred during the 8th to 13th centuries.
Empires
- The Ottoman Empire was not established during the Middle Ages.
Viking Era
- The Vikings established a strong base in Northern France, particularly in Normandy.
- Viking leader Rollo defeated the Frankish king, Charles the Simple.
Islamic Golden Age
- The House of Wisdom, a renowned center of learning, was located in Baghdad.
Christianization
- The Anglo-Saxon kingdom played a key role in converting tribal groups like the Saxons to Christianity.
Medieval Society
- The Black Death, a pandemic, contributed to significant changes at all levels of society during the Middle Ages.
Etymology
- The term 'Norman' derived from 'Northman' or 'Viking' refers to people of Norse or Viking background.
Technological Advancements
- 'The Book of Knowledge of Ingenious Mechanical Devices' detailed over 100 mechanical devices during the Islamic Golden Age.
Carolingian Dynasty
- After Charlemagne's reign, the Carolingian Empire was reduced to smaller kingdoms.
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Explore the Middle Ages, a period characterized by great changes in society, including the establishment of new empires and kingdoms, the spread of new ideas and beliefs, and significant events like wars and diseases. Learn about the kingdom of the Franks, one of the most important kingdoms in medieval Europe during the 8th and 9th centuries.
