Global History
Across
- 2. Carta: The document signed by King John of England in 1215, limiting the power of the monarchy and establishing certain rights for the nobility.
- 6. The Babylonian king known for his law code, one of the earliest known sets of written laws.
- 8. The split between the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church in 1054 CE.
- 9. The title of the ancient Egyptian rulers, considered divine figures.
- 10. The title of the rulers of Russia before the 1917 revolution.
- 13. The medieval European social system based on land ownership and loyalty to lords and vassals.
- 14. The period of European history marked by a revival of interest in art, culture, and learning.
- 18. Intellectual movement in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries, emphasizing reason, science, and individual rights.
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- 1. Economic system in medieval Europe where peasants worked the land in exchange for protection from lords.
- 3. The religion founded by Siddhartha Gautama, emphasizing the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path.
- 4. Romana: The period of relative peace and stability across the Roman Empire, lasting from 27 BCE to 180 CE.
- 5. The empire that emerged from the eastern half of the Roman Empire, with its capital in Constantinople.
- 7. The region often referred to as the "cradle of civilization," where some of the earliest known civilizations emerged.
- 11. The period of Greek history following the death of Alexander the Great, marked by the spread of Greek culture across the Mediterranean and Near East.
- 12. Mesoamerican civilization known for its advanced architecture, mathematics, and calendar system.
- 15. French military and political leader who rose to prominence during the French Revolution and became Emperor of France.
- 16. Ancient Greek philosopher and student of Plato, known for his contributions to logic, ethics, and metaphysics.
- 17. The earliest known form of writing, developed by the Sumerians in Mesopotamia.
- 19. Medieval European organizations of craftspeople and merchants that regulated trade and protected members' interests.