Europe in the Middle Ages

Following the division of the Roman Empire, the eastern part (Byzantine Empire) flourished.  What happened to the western half?

Read the pages 28 - 50 in your textbook.

What was Western Europe like after the fall of the Western Roman Empire?
Who were the Germanic tribes?  How did they govern their kingdoms?

Who was Charlemagne? 
If his kingdom fell apart after his death, why is he so important?

What is feudalism?  Define the terms on page 33.

This time period is sometimes called the "Dark Ages".  Why?
Was the time period truly "dark"?

 

 

 

 

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