Background to the Third Crusade (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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In what year did the Battle of Hattin occur?
In what year did the Battle of Hattin occur?
1187
Which three areas remained under Christian control by 1189?
Which three areas remained under Christian control by 1189?
Tripoli, Tyre, and Antioch
How old was Emperor Frederick Barbarossa when he joined the Third Crusade?
How old was Emperor Frederick Barbarossa when he joined the Third Crusade?
70 years old
Which leader commanded the largest cavalry force?
Which leader commanded the largest cavalry force?
King Philip II
What gave King Richard I a financial advantage over the other crusade leaders?
What gave King Richard I a financial advantage over the other crusade leaders?
Successful Saladin Tithe in England
When was the Saladin Tithe formally agreed?
When was the Saladin Tithe formally agreed?
22 January 1188
What percentage of movables did the Saladin Tithe require?
What percentage of movables did the Saladin Tithe require?
10% (one-tenth)
Who was required to pay the Saladin Tithe?
Who was required to pay the Saladin Tithe?
Those who had NOT taken crusade vows
Why did the Saladin Tithe succeed in England but fail in France?
Why did the Saladin Tithe succeed in England but fail in France?
England had better administration
When did King Guy of Jerusalem begin the siege of Acre?
When did King Guy of Jerusalem begin the siege of Acre?
August 1189