The Dark Ages Essential Question: How did Europe change after the fall of the Roman Empire? 1. Names for this period 2. Time period: Politically South How did Europe change after the fall of Rome? Militarily Economically Socially Three Climatic Zones-How are they different? North Scandinavia Summary: 3-things lost after the fall of Rome 2-Two good zones to live in and why 1-thing people had to do before eating their food Essential Question: What role did the Church play in the Dark Ages? Church Influence Church Responsibilities Essential Questions: Describe the government that arose in the Dark Ages. Without an emperor to rule Europe, who or what became the leader of Europe? Why was the Church important to the people? According to the notes, who chose the King? Who came from the North? Why? Unity Effect of the Vikings Survival Trade and Learning Summary Sentence in 10 words: Essential Question: What is feudalism and why was it used? List the 4 categories of feudalism from least to most important. Why did people give up their land? Make a list of 5 important facts. Then with a partner, agree on the top 5 most important facts. Ticket out the Door: How did Europe change during the Dark Ages? List 3 ways.