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What were the Crusades?
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The Crusades were a series of religious wars initiated by the Latin Church in the medieval period, primarily to recover the Holy Land from Islamic rule.
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When did the first Crusade begin?
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The First Crusade began in 1096.
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Who called for the First Crusade and why?
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Pope Urban II called for the First Crusade to help the Byzantine Empire and reclaim Jerusalem from Muslim control.
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Which city was primarily targeted during the First Crusade?
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Jerusalem was the primary target during the First Crusade.
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Name the order of knights founded during the Crusades.
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The Knights Templar were one of the orders founded during the Crusades.
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What was the result of the First Crusade?
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The First Crusade resulted in the capture of Jerusalem by the Crusaders in 1099.
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Which Crusade was known as the 'Children's Crusade'?
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The Children's Crusade took place in 1212.
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What sparked the Third Crusade?
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The Third Crusade was sparked by the capture of Jerusalem by Saladin in 1187.
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Who were the leaders of the Third Crusade?
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The Third Crusade was led by Richard the Lionheart of England, Philip II of France, and Holy Roman Emperor Frederick I.
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What was the outcome of the Fourth Crusade?
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The Fourth Crusade resulted in the sack of Constantinople in 1204 instead of reaching the Holy Land.
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What religious motivations drove the Crusaders?
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Crusaders were primarily motivated by religious zeal to reclaim holy sites and seek spiritual rewards, like indulgences.
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What role did the Byzantine Empire play in the Crusades?
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The Byzantine Empire initially sought help from Western Europe to defend against Turkish invasions, sparking the First Crusade.
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How did the Crusades impact trade in Europe?
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The Crusades increased trade between Europe and the East, introducing new goods and ideas.
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What was the purpose of the King's Crusade?
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The King's Crusade, or the Third Crusade, aimed to recapture Jerusalem and other lost territories after Saladin's victories.
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How did the Crusades affect European feudalism?
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The Crusades contributed to the decline of feudalism by reducing noble power and increasing the influence of monarchies and centralized governments.
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