Who was Clovis, and what kind of Christianity did he decide to follow? Why? What impact did his decision have on the Franks? What impact did it have on western Europe?
Because of constant military threats, Pope Stephen II turned to Pepin the Short, the leader of the Franks, for assistance. How did Pepin help the papacy? How did he benefit?
Describe the relationship between Rollo, the Viking leader, and Charles III, the king of West Frankia. What territory was Rollo granted? Why? What was Rollo's position relative to the king?
When Gregory VII became pope in 1073, what serious reforms did he bring to the Church? What authority was he pressing for over secular leaders? Describe the Investiture Controversy and the eventual agreement to settle the dispute.
In 1095, Pope Urban II ordered the first Crusade. Why? How did he think it would be beneficial to Europe? How would it be beneficial to the Church?
Why did King John of England sign the Magna Carta in June 1215? Who did it benefit? How did the key points affect liberty and justice in England?