WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -One of the many effects of the Crusades was that the pope and the kings of Western Europe became more powerful. In addition, Europeans began to trade with the Middle East. Trade increased as Western Europeans began to buy products like sugar, lemons, and spices.

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: -In the course of their travels to the holy land, the Crusaders came in contact with the superior civilizations and cultures of the Greeks and the Turks. They assimilated the best elements of these cultures and started the process of the revival of Western education and learning, paving the way for the Renaissance.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Crusaders brought back to Europe many new goods, including oil, spices, and new varieties of fruit from the Muslim world. Europeans wanted more of these goods. This led to increased trade between Europe and the East.

Detailed explanation-5: -Answer and Explanation: The Crusades actually expanded trade between Europe and Asia as Crusaders returned home with goods like spices and silks. The interest generated around these goods (which had already entered the European market) resulted in Europeans exploring ways to more rapidly access these goods.