Dark Ages: Medieval Times

By Josh Sussman
Last updated almost 7 years ago
15 Questions

Learning Target : I can describe the major changes to Western Europe following the collapse of the Western Roman Empire.

Directions:
1 Watch the video posted below titled: Ch.13 section 1: Textbook Talkie: Western Europe after the fall of the Western Roman Empire.
2. Take the quiz
3. Review the guided notes
4. Answer the exit ticket question
The map below shows all the differeent kingdoms that emerged less than one hundred years after the collapse of the Western Roman Empire. All that territory was controlled by the Roman government
Directions:
1. Read learning target #1: "I can describe the major changes to Western Europe following the collapse of the Western Roman Empire"
2. Watch the video posted below titled: Ch.13 section 1: Textbook Talkie: Western Europe after the fall of the Western Roman Empire.
4. Take the quiz
5. Answer the exit ticket question
1.

After the collapse of the Western Roman Empire in 476 C.E,

SS 12.4.1.a
2.

The time period called the Middle-Ages, Dark Ages, or Medieval Era lasted between

3.

Repeated invasions of Western Europe by Germanic Tribes

4.

Constant invasions, warfare and violence after the collapse of the Roman Empire

5.

The Germanic invaders who conquered territory and established Kingdoms in Western Europe

6.

During the chaotic, turbulent times of the early Dark Ages, the Catholic Church

7.

Changes in government after the collapse of the Western Roman Empire include:

8.

Clovis, King of the Frank, converted to Christianity and allied his kingdom with the Catholic Church, WHY is that event considered historically significant?

9.

In what ways did the Roman Catholic Church spread Christianity and serve as educators and preservers of knowledge?

10.

How did Pope Gregory expand the Catholic Church's role, power, and influence during the middle Ages?

11.

Charles Martel defeated a Muslim Army at the Battle of Tours in the late 8th century, why was his victory significant and how was viewed by his followers

12.

What were the major accomplishments of Charlemagne? (Please be specific)

13.

What was significant about the Pope Crowning Charlemagne on Christmas Day 800 C.E. (Three signifcant ideas)

14.

How would you explain the relationship between Popes and Kings during the Middle-Ages? Why is it a relevant question?

Please review the Guided Notes
15.

What are 5 major changes to Western Europe following the collapse of the Roman Empire? (Cite Specific Examples from the video and guided notes)