Flashcards on Reconquista: Christian Reconquest of Iberia
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What was the Reconquista?
The Reconquista refers to the period of time when Christian kingdoms in the Iberian Peninsula fought against and gradually reconquered territories from Muslim rule.
Which two religious groups were involved in the Reconquista?
The Reconquista involved Christian kingdoms and Muslim rulers.
When did the Reconquista take place?
The Reconquista took place from the 8th century to the 15th century.
Which Christian kingdom played a major role in the Reconquista?
The Kingdom of Castile played a major role in the Reconquista.
What was the significance of the Reconquista?
The Reconquista led to the establishment of Christian rule in the Iberian Peninsula and marked the end of Muslim political power in the region.
Who was the last Muslim ruler of Granada, the final territory to be reconquered?
Boabdil, also known as Muhammad XII, was the last Muslim ruler of Granada.
Which famous Spanish military commander played a key role in the Reconquista?
El Cid, also known as Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, played a key role in the Reconquista.
What was the impact of the Reconquista on culture and religion in the Iberian Peninsula?
The Reconquista resulted in the forced conversion or expulsion of Muslims and Jews, leading to a predominantly Christian population.
Which Christian king completed the Reconquista by conquering Granada?
Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile completed the Reconquista by conquering Granada.
What was the official end of the Reconquista?
The official end of the Reconquista was in 1492 with the fall of Granada.
Which city served as the capital during the Reconquista?
Toledo served as the capital during the Reconquista.
What were the Crusades?
The Crusades were a series of religious wars fought by Western European Christians to reclaim Jerusalem and other holy sites from Muslim control.
Which Muslim caliphate ruled Iberia before the Reconquista?
The Umayyad Caliphate ruled Iberia before the Reconquista.
What role did the Pope play in the Reconquista?
The Pope played a significant role in promoting and supporting the Crusades as part of the Reconquista.
What territories were included in the Iberian Peninsula during the Reconquista?
The territories included the present-day countries of Spain and Portugal.