An Interpretation: Prince Alexius to Blame (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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When did crusaders sack Constantinople?
When did crusaders sack Constantinople?
April 1204
What did Alexius promise crusaders in Dec 1202?
What did Alexius promise crusaders in Dec 1202?
Financial rewards & military support
What term does Asbridge use for Alexius's key failing?
What term does Asbridge use for Alexius's key failing?
Lavish promises
Who overthrew Alexius IV in Jan 1204?
Who overthrew Alexius IV in Jan 1204?
Murtzurphlus (Alexius V)
How many marks did crusaders take from Byzantine treasury?
How many marks did crusaders take from Byzantine treasury?
300,000 marks
Which relic was stolen during Constantinople's sack?
Which relic was stolen during Constantinople's sack?
Crown of Thorns
What was the Fourth Crusade's original goal?
What was the Fourth Crusade's original goal?
Recapture Jerusalem
Who was elected emperor of Romania in May 1204?
Who was elected emperor of Romania in May 1204?
Baldwin of Flanders
Who declared the Fourth Crusade over in summer 1205?
Who declared the Fourth Crusade over in summer 1205?
Peter of Capuano
Which historian questioned if Alexius alone deserved blame?
Which historian questioned if Alexius alone deserved blame?
Edwin Pears