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Between 500-800 AD (the fall of Rome and the rise of Charlemgane), how were the poeple of Western Europe ruled? What was the largest kingdom?
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They were ruled by kingdoms. The largest kingdom was The Franks.
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How did political rule at the same time (ca. 500-800 AD) differ in Eastern Europe?
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The East was controlled by an empire (the Byzantine Empire)
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Describe the achievements and significance of Charlemagne's empire (ca. 800 AD)
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• Carolinian architecture
• Copied Roman manuscripts • Forced foes to convert to Christianity • Built empire, expanded territory |
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What political changes took place after the death of Charlemagne?
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The Empire weakened greatly and was attacked by Vikings
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Describe and show the significance of the Norman Conquest
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1. feudalism
2. Thousand Years War 3. French impact on English language and culture |
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How did the Crusades lead to the rise of powerful monarchies in Western Europe?
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The kings' power rose because he got the land of the lords that died during the Crusades.
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