Question

Select all that apply.
From your understanding, what is true about the Crusades:
They began when Pope Urban II was attacked by Muslims in the Holy Land.
They focused on what was a pilgrimage site for both Christians and Muslims.
The name comes from the word crucify.
Jerusalem was captured in the First Crusade.
They lasted for more than 200 years.

Answer 1

Answer:

Correct answers are:

They focused on what was a pilgrimage site for both Christians and Muslims.

The name comes from the word crucify.

Jerusalem was captured in the First Crusade.

Explanation:

First option is not correct as Pope Urban II called for Crusades after the Byzantine Empire called for help.

Second option is correct as it refers to city of Jerusalem - a site of pilgrimage of both religion.

Third option is correct as the crusaders wore crosses on their uniforms.

Fourth is also correct as Jerusalem fell in the hands of Crusaders in 1099.

Last option is not correct as they lasted between 1096 and 1271 - less than 200 years.