Question 1

Briefly explain the feudal system of medieval Europe.

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Question 2

Characterize the culture of Muslim Spain in terms of its artistic and intellectual achievements.

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Question 3

Define the "monastic ideal" as established by the rule of St. Benedict.

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Question 4

Describe Guido of Arezzo's role in the development of early medieval sacred music.

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Question 5

Identify the principal characteristics of the Romanesque style in architecture.

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Question 6

Summarize Peter Abelard's contribution to medieval philosophy.

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Question 7

Discuss the role of Christian monasticism in sustaining European civilization during the early Middle Ages. Refer specifically to monasticism's contributions to the arts, learning, and education from the age of Charlemagne to Peter Abelard.

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Question 8

Trace the development of sacred architecture during the early medieval period, from its origins in the Byzantine style to the high Romanesque style. In your answer, refer to both the construction and decoration of sacred buildings, and note important changes in the developing style of medieval architecture.

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Question 9

Using examples from the early medieval period, analyze the medieval compromise between Christianity's teachings of peace and love and feudalism's values of war and personal loyalty. In your examples, note the evidence of Christian belief and feudal practice, and analyze the compromise, tension, or conflict between these differing values.

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Quiz 5: The Early Middle Ages