Introduction (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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Who appointed Clement III as antipope in opposition to Urban II?
Who appointed Clement III as antipope in opposition to Urban II?
The German Emperor
In what year was Urban II elected pope?
In what year was Urban II elected pope?
1088
Where did Pope Urban II proclaim the First Crusade on 27 November 1095?
Where did Pope Urban II proclaim the First Crusade on 27 November 1095?
Council of Clermont
Approximately how many people departed for the First Crusade from France and Italy?
Approximately how many people departed for the First Crusade from France and Italy?
60,000
What happened at the Battle of Manzikert in August 1071?
What happened at the Battle of Manzikert in August 1071?
Alp Arslan defeated & captured Emperor
Which Byzantine Emperor appealed for military help at the Church council at Piacenza in 1095?
Which Byzantine Emperor appealed for military help at the Church council at Piacenza in 1095?
Alexius Comnenus I
What event triggered the launch of the Second Crusade in 1147?
What event triggered the launch of the Second Crusade in 1147?
The capture of Edessa
Which English king achieved legendary status during the Third Crusade in 1189?
Which English king achieved legendary status during the Third Crusade in 1189?
King Richard I
What was the most fundamental religious reward crusaders believed they would earn?
What was the most fundamental religious reward crusaders believed they would earn?
Eternal salvation in Heaven
What material rewards motivated knights to join the crusades?
What material rewards motivated knights to join the crusades?
Wealth, land, and power