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How did the Roman Empire influence the government of the United States • The Roman Empire influenced the government of the U.S. by Republic. Representatives are elected to make decisions about passing laws and how to rule for the citizens. • The idea of natural rights are still used. Natural rights that all human beings have such as shelter, food, water, clothing. • Twelve Tables –set of laws Why did the Roman Empire fall? • Corrupt government officials, high inflation, decline of military resulted in less security for Rome. Attacks by Germanic tribes weakened the empire which became which became too large to control. Give an example of Cultural diffusion • African culture spread with Bantu tribes spreading throughout Africa bringing language and culture, griots storytelling, slaveryAfricans brought music, songs, storytelling and language • The silk road is a great example because people traveled on the road stopping at villages sharing ideas, vocabulary, customs, religion and even their culture. What was feudalism and how did it work? • Feudalism was a political system of government in Europe where land and money were exchanged for loyalty and service. Examples include: Lord and Vassal, Knights, Peasants and Serfs. Compare a Medieval Knight to a Samurai. Samurai• Armor made from Bamboo • Protected people on the lands • Provided military services • Rode on horseback • Code of Bushido Knight• Armor made from metal • Protected people on the lands • Provided military services • Rode on horseback • Code of Chilvary What were the Crusades and why did they occur? • The Crusades were religious wars fought between Christians and Muslims. The Pope gave a speech that encouraged Christians to fight in battle to free the Holy Land From Islam. In this speech, the Pope promised forgiveness of sins and Heaven as a reward for those who fight and die in battle. 3 Examples of Chinese Inventions and why they were important • compass-helped the Chinese become expert navigators of the sea. • Paper-paper allowed for one common currency (money) and for important documents written • Movable type-people became more literate due to the fast reproduction of documents. • Gun Powder-changed warfare and used to protect territory from enemy. Explain the importance of the Church • During Medieval times in Europe practicing religion was very important. The Christian Church provided schools, hospitals, recorded births, deaths and performed weddings . Many Christian holidays were celebrated and this dictated peasants work schedules. The Church was the way of life for Europeans. Explain the significant of the Battle of Tours • Charles Martel, stopped the Muslim invasion in Tours France. Winning this victory resulted in Europe remaining predominantly Christian for over a thousand years.