review questions Honors world history Unit 3

What was the hjrah and what was it’s signifigance?

The journey of Muhammad and his followers, established the 1st Islamic community

What are the five pillars of islam?

Faith, Prayer, Charity (alms), fasting, pillgrimage

What was Islam’s Golden Age and why is it considered the Golden Age?

The abbasid dynasty, believed in peace and prosperity, arts and education.

Describe the difference between Sunni and Shiite.

Sunni- believed anyone that believes in Islam can be ruler Shiite- descendant of Muhammad

where was constantinople located and why was its location vital to the Byzantine empire

Located between Asia and Europe, easy to defend and trade

Why was the emperor Justinian both good and bad (examples of each)

Good- Created Justinian Code, constructed hospitals Bad- Harsh Ruler

What was Justinian’s code

A detailed set of laws that apply to marriage, property, criminal justice, slavery, womens rights, inheritance.

What role did theodora play in the byzantine empire

Close advisor to Justinian, heir of Justinian, womens rights and marriage rights

What new form of Christianity developed during the Byzantine Empire?

Eastern Orthodox

What was the Great Schism and what were major reasons for the schism?

The split due to the disagreement between the pope and patriarch. had different views on idols and celibacy,

Where was the third Rome located, who was responsible for creating the third Rome and what was the significance?

Russia, Ivan the III, carried on the Roman traditions.

What was Hagia Sophia

Built by Justinian, a symbol of cultural exchange and conflicting religion (Christianity and Islam)

What were the major accomplishments of Charlemagne?

What mostly led to the growth of feudalism during medieval society?

Fief, protection, and loyalty was a big part of fuedalism. A social class system

Describe how the system of feudalism worked

Feudalism was a hierarchical system where a king granted land (fiefs) to lords (vassals) in exchange for military service and loyalty

What type of architecture was common during the middle ages especially with churches.

Gothic

What is manorialism

The idea that each manor was self sufficent.

What was the most common form of economy on the manor?

Agriculture

What was the purpose of crusades

What were the major results of the crusades

What role did