Social Studies World History Unit 04A : Diffusion of Ideas and Systems: The Middle Ages in Europe, 600 1450 2013 2014
1 Use the graphic organizer and your knowledge of social studies to answer the following question. 3 Why was the time immediately following the fall of Rome called the Dark Ages? A There was little formal education for the masses. B There was no building being done. Which of the following best completes the graphic above? A Council of Nicaea sets Christian tenets Catholic Church becomes powerful B Roman army cannot defend the empire Rome falls and feudalism develops C Invaders overrun Roman Empire Council of Nicaea sets tenets for church D Feudalism develops in medieval Europe Invaders overrun the Roman Empire 2 Which of the following is the MOST accurate comparison of the early medieval period in Europe compared to the preceding period? F Early medieval Europe was characterized by less stability and progress. G Early medieval Europe was characterized by greater emphasis on the arts. H Early medieval Europe was characterized by greater scientific achievement. C Emperors kept tight control of the people. D Artwork from Greece, not Rome, survived. 4 Which of ustinian s actions reflects the close connection between church and state in the Byzantine Empire? F He was crowned head of the church by the Pope. G He relocated the capital from Rome to Byzantium. H He developed and published Christian tenets. He built large churches such as the Hagia Sophia. 5 The medieval Church was a unifying force in Europe after the fall of Rome because it offered A multiple sets of beliefs B indulgences for sinners C stability and security D redistribution of wealth Early medieval Europe was characterized by less local autonomy and cultural diversity. Page 2
6 Which of the following economic reasons LEAST contributed to the decline of the Roman Empire? F no standardization of currency G inability to collect taxes from the outer edges of the empire H no trade opportunities in the Mediterranean high tariffs on trade 7 All of the following are factors in the decline of the Roman Empire EXCEPT A population growth B corrupt governments C hostile invasions D loss of morals and values 8 All of the following are differences between Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy EXCEPT F the Bible as the sacred text G language of services conducted H celibacy/marriage of priests permission for divorces 9 All of the following are impacts of the Moors in Spain on European culture EXCEPT A art and architecture B complete conversion to Islam C mathematical advances D scientific advances 10 political/social system : :: economic system : Which words complete the analogy? F feudalism manorialism G manorialism feudalism H Roman Empire feudalism Middle Ages feudalism 11 Which of the following groups had the MOST political power? A knights B lords C serfs D vassals 12 Under the manorial system, nobles were required to provide serfs with which of the following? F education G food H protection livable wage 13 Why is the year 1215 important in history? A William of Normandy conquered the Anglo Saxon in Britain. B Europe began to break into nationstates under monarchies. C England developed a law code based on Roman laws. D King ohn was forced to acknowledge the rights of his subjects. Page 3
14 Which new legal idea was introduced by the signing of the Magna Carta? F G Parliament has supreme authority. All citizens have equal rights. H Citizens vote for their leaders. The law limits the power of the king. Page 4
15 Make a class structure pyramid showing three social classes of European feudalism. Then explain the roles of each class and how they related to one another. 16 Which change in European societies resulted from the interaction of Muslim, ewish, and Christian cultures in the Middle Ages? F New ideas in science and art were introduced and spread. G The population declined rapidly. 17 In which area has ustinian's Code had the MOST lasting impact? A justice B morality C taxation D diplomacy H Feudal lords granted serfs new rights. The Christian Church separated into many denominations. Page 5
18 Use the list and your knowledge of social studies to answer the following question. Begun during the Roman Empire Started as an offshoot of udaism Spread throughout the Roman Empire Promoted the idea of salvation for all Became the most powerful influence in medieval Europe Which of the following is the best title for the above list? F G Origins and Spread of Islam History and Development of Feudalism H Reasons for the Spread of Christianity Origins, Ideas, and Spread of Christianity 19 Which of the following statements best reflects the philosophy of Thomas Aquinas? A Truth and beauty are in the eye of the beholder. B Truth is known through reason and faith. C Unquestioning faith is the path to happiness. D Strict adherance to principles is required. Page 6
Use the map and your knowledge of social studies to answer the following question. 20 Which series of empires correctly match their location on the map? F G I Byzantine Empire, II Charlemagne s Empire, III Islamic Empire I Charlemagne s Empire, II Byzantine Empire, III Islamic Empire H I Islamic Empire, II Byzantine Empire, III Charlemagne s Empire I Roman Empire, II Charlemagne s Empire, III Islamic Empire Page 7
Use the graphic organizer and your knowledge of social studies to answer the following question. 21 Which phrase belongs in the section labeled with I? A Their labor raised the standard of living for others. B Their presence gave protection to others. C Both groups could marry above their status. D Both were born into their social status. 22 Which phrase(s) belongs in section II? F G highest possible social class tied to the land and not a person H must be protected by lords both G and H Page 8
23 Use the graphic organizer and your knowledge of social studies to answer the following question. Which influence best completes the graphic organizer? A Physical Protection B Social Services for the Poor C Set and Carried out Laws D Land Grants 24 Why was the Great Schism important in the decline of medieval Europe? F G It created two popes for the Catholic Church. It led to rebellions among feudal nobles. H It led to the questioning of church authority. It placed monarchs higher than the Pope. Page 9 STOP
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Scoring Rubrics 15 Scoring Notes: Class structure pyramid should show serfs, knights (vassals), and nobles (lords). It should represent a three-tiered triangle with the majority of the population (serfs) on the bottom with knights in the middle and lords in the top layer. Students should correctly explain the important roles and responsibilities of each. Feudalism affected all classes of people in medieval Europe. The lords were the owners of large amounts of land. They looked for protection and loyalty from the knights. Lords would grant land to knights, or vassals, in exchange for military protection and other services. Any peasants, or serfs, who lived on the land were part of the lord's grant. They raised crops to support the vassal, and in return they also received protection in times of trouble. 4 Response is an accurate and thorough explanation of three social classes of European feudalism with complete and relevant supporting details. 3 Response is an accurate, but general, explanation of three social classes of European feudalism with some relevant supporting detail. OR Response is an accurate and thorough explanation of two social classes of European feudalism with complete and relevant supporting details. 2 Response is a partly accurate and incomplete explanation of at least social classes of European feudalism with few relevant supporting details. OR Response is an accurate and thorough explanation of one social class of European feudalism with complete and relevant supporting details. 1 Response is an attempted explanation of at least one social class of European feudalism, but with inaccurate or irrelevant, if any, supporting details. 0 Response is totally inappropriate or inaccurate.