The Significance of Raymond of Tripoli’s Truce with Saladin (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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What position did Raymond hold when he made the truce with Saladin in 1185?
What position did Raymond hold when he made the truce with Saladin in 1185?
Regent for Baldwin V
What action by Reynald of Châtillon violated Raymond's truce with Saladin?
What action by Reynald of Châtillon violated Raymond's truce with Saladin?
Raided a Muslim caravan
In March 1187, which crusader strongholds did Saladin attack after the truce was broken?
In March 1187, which crusader strongholds did Saladin attack after the truce was broken?
Kerak and Montreal
How many Muslim troops did Raymond allow through Galilee in May 1187?
How many Muslim troops did Raymond allow through Galilee in May 1187?
Approximately 7,000
What was the size of the Christian force at the Springs of Cresson?
What was the size of the Christian force at the Springs of Cresson?
130 knights + 300 troops
Why did the Christian knights refuse Raymond's advice at Springs of Cresson?
Why did the Christian knights refuse Raymond's advice at Springs of Cresson?
They viewed him as a traitor
When did the Battle of Hattin occur?
When did the Battle of Hattin occur?
July 1187
What did Reynald transport overland for his 1183 Red Sea campaign?
What did Reynald transport overland for his 1183 Red Sea campaign?
Five galleys
What did Reynald's refusal of Guy's orders demonstrate about the king?
What did Reynald's refusal of Guy's orders demonstrate about the king?
Guy lacked power to enforce commands
By what ratio were the crusaders outnumbered at Springs of Cresson?
By what ratio were the crusaders outnumbered at Springs of Cresson?
More than 15 to 1