Germanic Kingdoms

Question 1

Middle Ages

Answer 1

A medieval era in European history lasting from about 500 to 1500, during which a new society started to emerge.

Question 2

Franks

Answer 2

A Germanic people who held power in the Roman province of Gaul and were led by Clovis, who spread Christianity.

Question 3

Monasteries

Answer 3

Religious communities, built by the Church, where monks gave up their private possessions and devoted their lives to serving God.

Question 4

Secular

Answer 4

Worldly, not bound to religion.

Question 5

Carolingian Dynasty

Answer 5

The family of Pepin that ruled the Franks from 751 to 987.

Question 6

Charlemagne

Answer 6

“Charles the Great” who was the son of Pepin, and during his rule he encouraged learning, fought the Muslims out of his territory, and strengthened his rule