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Unit 6 Chapter 14
Question | Answer |
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What physical features is the continent of Europe most like? | like a great peninsula , the Eurasian landmass juts out from Asia. |
What functions did the Rhine and Danube provide for the kingdoms in Europe? | a natural barrier, a source of water for irrigation, waterways for travel and travel, and a source of food. |
When were the Middle Ages? | Beginning around 500, after the fall of the Roman Empire and ending around 1000. |
Why did Charles the Great constantly fight the pagans Saxons in the Northern Germany and the Spanish Muslims? | he was a devout Christian who wanted to build a Christian empire in Europe. |
What did Christianity teach about natures of humans? | It believed that humans were sinful and weak and salvation could only be reached through being a member of the Catholic Church . |
What were some common duties that monks and nuns performed? | They spent their days studying the Bible, praying, gardening, and caring for the sick and poor. |
What was the unique opportunity convent life offered men and women? | It was a way to become a scholar by studying the Biblewhich explained all aspects of life. |
Who attacked monasteries, villages, and churches? | The successful invaders the Vikings . |
Why did the Vikings invade Europe? | They didn't want as much loot but wanted more land and a better climate. |
Why did feudalism rose in Europe? | They were violent times in the Middle Ages. |
What did the lady of the manor do? | She ran the manor when the lord was gone and made sure there was enough food for the manor. |
What was a bailiff in the Middle Ages? | It wa s an officer and business manager. |