Lesson 1 "The Byzantine Empire"

Turn to page 218-219 Look at the picture and read the caption on Page 218.

Turn to Page 219 and read the introduction to the unit.

Turn to Page 220-221, quickly look over both pages and read the introduction to the chapter on Page 220.

While on Page 220 read the goals for the chapter.

Turn to Page 221 and read about the Geography of Charlemagne's Empire.

Scan Pages 222-225; focus on the gray boxes, which contain the key vocabulary terms.

Scan Pages 222-225 for pictures and diagrams, read each of the captions.

Turn to Page 225 and read the questions at the end of the section so you know what to look for when you read.

Read Pages 222-225 (take notes of important ideas)

Do you know the answers to the questions on page 225? (See Key Points below for help)

Do you know the vocabulary words? (See Key Points below for help)

Take the quiz on Lesson 1 "The Byzantine Empire" (You may use the book, notes and Key Points for help on the quizzes. NOT ON TESTS!)

Review answers on the quiz and print it out. This will be very useful when you are studying for the test.

Lesson 1 Key Points

Vocabulary Terms

holy - following God's ways

Relic - an object from the past that has something to do with God or with a holy person who follows God's ways.

Saint - a person who follows God's ways

Barbaric - Not civilized; not having good government and the things that make life easier.

Goods - things that have been grown or made for sale or trade.

Principle - a main idea.

icon - a small picture of a saint or Jesus

Patriarch - a leader of the church.

Section Review Answers

1. False / Rome
2. True
3. True
4. False / Hagia Sophia
5. True

Did you learn these Objectives?

Are you able to compare the Byzantine and Roman empires?

Can you list the accomplishments of the Byzantine Empire?

Are you able to explain the disagreement that divided Christians?

Lesson 2 "The Russians"

Scan Pages 226-230; focus on the gray boxes, which contain the key vocabulary terms.

Scan Pages 226-230 for pictures and diagrams, read each of the captions.

On page 228 red the two paragraphs in the tan box about Olga, Grand Princess of Kiev.

On page 230 read the three paragraphs about the Kremlin in green.

While on page 230 Read the question so you know what to look for while you are reading.

Read Pages 226-230 (take notes of important ideas)

Do you know the answers to the questions on page 230? (See Key Points below for help)

Do you know the vocabulary words? (See Key Points below for help)

Take the quiz on Lesson 2 "The Russians" (You may use the book, notes and Key Points for help on the quizzes. NOT ON TESTS!)

Review answers on the quiz and print it out. This will be very useful when you are studying for the test.

Lesson 2 Key Points

Vocabulary Terms

ceremony - the actions and words of a special event.

cyrillic alphabet - the alphabet invented by Cyril and Methodius and used to translate the Bible into Slavic languages.

monk - a member of a religious order

religious order - a group of monks who live and work together.

boyar - a russian noble who owned land.

veche - the Russian assembly that represented all free, adult male citizens.

Czar - the ruler of Russia; a Russian title that means "caesar"

Kremlin - the center of the Russian church and the Russian government.

title - a name that shows what a person does.

Section Review Answers

1. Cyril
2. Vladimir
3. Rurik
4. Nevsky
5. Kremlin

Did you learn these Objectives?

Can you explain the relationship between Russia and the Byzantine Empire?

Are you able to describe the formation of Russia as an independent entity?

Lesson 3 "Europe During the Middle Ages"

Scan Pages 231-234; focus on the gray boxes, which contain the key vocabulary terms.

Scan Pages 231-234 for pictures and diagrams, read each of the captions.

On page 232 read the two paragraphs in the gray box about a god named Tuesday.

On page 234 Read the question so you know what to look for while you are reading.

Read Pages 231-234 (take notes of important ideas)

Do you know the answers to the questions on page 234? (See Key Points below for help)

Do you know the vocabulary words? (See Key Points below for help)

Take the quiz on Lesson 3 "Europe During the Middle Ages" (You may use the book, notes and Key Points for help on the quizzes. NOT ON TESTS!)

Review answers on the quiz and print it out. This will be very useful when you are studying for the test.

Lesson 3 Key Points

Vocabulary Terms

literature - written works that have lasting influence.

Pope - the head of the Roman Catholic Church.

Section Review Answers

1. d
2. c
3. a
4. d
5. c

Did you learn these Objectives?

Can you describe some of the Germanic tribal kingdoms that replaced the Roman Empire?

Are you able to list several reasons some historians call this period the "Dark Ages"

Can you explain the importance of Charlemagne to European history?

Are you able to identify some groups that had success invading Britain and influenced its language and culture?

 Preparing for Chapter 9 Test

Turn to Page 235 and read the article on "Life Among the Germans".

Turn to Page 236 and read the spotlight story, "How the Russians Became Christians"

Turn to Page 237 and read the Chapter 9 summary.

On pages 238-239 you will find the Chapter 9 review, complete the review.

Check your answers with those in the Key Points.

Take the Chapter 9 Test "The Middle Ages in Europe"

Review the answers then print the results for your records.

Chapter 9 Review answers

1. Constantine
2. Justinian
3. Methodius
4. Hagia Sophia
5. Rurik
6. Ivan the Great
7. Franks
8. Charlemagne
9. Leo III
10. Vikings

Comprehension: Multiple Choice

1. c
2. a
3. d
4. b
5. a

Comprehension: Understanding Main Ideas:

1. Constantine called his capital the "new Rome" because he built it as the emperors had built Rome. He had senate. He organized his army along Roman lines. Also, in the early years of the empire, all the Byzantine emperors were Roman and spoke Latin just as the emperors had in Rome.
2. The Cyrillic alphabet was important to the Slavs because now they could be taught to read and write. Also, Cyril and Methodius translated the Bible and church songs and ceremonies into their written language. This allowed them to read the Bible and understand the words of the songs they sang at their ceremonies. They could also write down their own stories and history.
3. Some historians call the Middle Ages in Europe the "Dark Ages" because all the tribes were at war, schools closed, knowledge of the past was lost, and no governments existed to repair and build roads and public buildings.

Congratulations you finished the ninth chapter !!