Question

why are the middle ages sometimes also referred to as the dark ages by historians?
because of the loss of roman achievements and education throughout europe
because it was the time when electricity was invented but not fully harnessed
because the sun did not shine for years on end in europe
which of the following best describes the political situation in europe after rome fell?
a strong central government controlled most of europe
the catholic church ruled directly over all lands
small kingdoms and local lords held power instead of a central empire
the predominant church that held power throughout europe during the middle ages and era of feudalism.
catholic church
protestant church
polytheistic church

Explanation:

• For the first question: The term "Dark Ages" was used as there was a decline in Roman - era achievements (like infrastructure, governance systems) and education in Europe during the Middle Ages.
• For the second question: After the fall of Rome, there was no strong central empire. Instead, feudalism emerged with small kingdoms and local lords (like nobles) holding power.
• For the third question: The Catholic Church was the predominant religious and sometimes - political power in Europe during the Middle Ages and Feudalism. The Protestant Church came much later (16th - century Protestant Reformation), and polytheistic religions were not the dominant force in medieval Europe.

Answer:

• First question: Because of the loss of Roman achievements and education throughout Europe.
• Second question: Small kingdoms and local lords held power instead of a central empire.
• Third question: Catholic Church.