HISTORY
MEDIEVAL CHRISTIAN EUROPE
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Question
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Fewer people supported the monarchies
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Kings became wealthy and politically stronger
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Kings grew weaker as the power of the Church increased
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Kings no longer needed to collect taxes
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Crusaders got a taste of the luxurious lifestyle of the East. To meet the demand for luxury items, European traders began to establish trade links with the East. As trade increased, the economy of Europe flourished.
Detailed explanation-2: -Once the Crusades occurred, new products were introduced to Europe and demand for products like silks, spices from far east increased. Therefore, there was an increase in trade. Trade extended from Europe across the Silk Road to China. The increase in trade led to economic, political and social changes.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Crusades increased trade with the East. Crusaders returned home with silks, spices, and other exotic goods. Demand for these products at home caused European traders to expand their business to Asia.
Detailed explanation-4: -The Crusades stimulated trade by introducing Europeans to many desirable products. Trade promoted frequent contacts with the Byzantine and Muslim Empires. New economic institutions developed. Stimulated production of goods for trade in Middle Eastern markets (perfumes, oils, minerals, jewels, etc.)