MEDIEVAL, REFORMATION AND RENAISSANCE EXAM #1 Below are 20 short answer (4 points each) and 3 essay questions. You are to answer ALL of the short answer question in a sentence or two. You are to choose 1 of the essays (20 points) to write about using approximately ½ page single spaced 11 point font. You can receive partial credit for incomplete answers. I do not expect you to know every nuance of the question. Once you open the exam, you must take it in one sitting (you know what I mean here, no studying after seeing the questions). There is no time limit to complete the exam so you have time to type out your answers. Please create a word document (doc format works best with Study Place and you can use this document and just add your …show more content…
An indulgence is an act to lessen the punishment for your sins. Who was Theodosius OR Justinian and why was he significant? Justinian was Justin's nephew, and was married to Theodora. He made a set of rules, which controlled the Byzantine empire. Why was the Catholic Church so important after the collapse of the Western Roman Empire? It helped to hold everything together, at least for a time. What impact did the early Byzantine Empire have on Western Civilization? They helped to shield them from attack by the barbarians. What was a “serf”? A surf is a person who worked under a lord, this is part of the feudal system. They were not treated well, they were not allowed to do anything without permission. Who was Gregory the Great (a.k.a. “St. Gregory) and why was he significant? He was known for his writing, and he was a pope. Who has the best “Medieval nickname” and why in your opinion? I love the Medieval nickname "Long-Haired Kings" I think it is an interesting way of classify and identify these kings. Essay Questions (remember just choose ONE) Discuss what is commonly referred to as “The Fall of Rome.” Incorporate the political, religious, and socio-economic causes of the “Fall” in your