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What was the strongest power in Europe during this time in history
Roman Catholic Church
Why did most European kings want to have the approval of the pope?
The pope might give the king money if he made a decision the pope wanted.
What was the purpose of Charlemagne's annual assembly?
Listen to complaints and advice of local leaders, inform them of his intentions and policies, seek their approval for his plans.
What act marked the beginning of the Holy Roman Empire?
The crowning of Charlemagne as emperor of the Romans
What covers approximately eleven percent of Iceland?
Glaciers
How many Volcanoes does Iceland have?
About 200
Who appear to have been the first people to live on Iceland? When did they go there?
Catholic monks from Ireland in the 800s seeking solitude.
What is significant about the governing body established by the Vikings in Iceland?
It is the oldest continuing legislature in the world.
According to tradition, who founded the settlements that became Kyiv?
Kyi Shchek and Khoryv. They were brothers.
What did Kyiv become that brought about rapid growth for the city?
It became a center for trade.
Who had a church built in Kyiv in the 950s?
Olga, wife of a Kievan Rus King
How did Vladimir I learn about different world religions?
He sent representatives to study major religions. He wanted to unite people under one religion.
What request did Moravian Prince Rastislav send to Emperor Michael III in Constantinople?
He requested that Michael III help him teach his people about Christ and what it means to follow Him.
Why did Michael III choose Methodius and Cyril to go to Moravia?
They had decided to live as servants of God, they had knowledge of the Slavonic language, and they had missionary experience.
What did Yaroslav the Wise do to promote religious learning among his people?
He established a library and employed scribes to translate religious books into Slavonic
What three main people groups were living on Great Britain when European invaders arrived int he 400s
Celts, Scots, and Picts.
