The Commercial Revolution AKS 37 Ch. 14.2 Medieval Europe The Commercial Revolution AKS 37 Ch. 14.2
EQ: What was the Commercial Revolution, and what was its impact on Medieval Europe?
Three-Field System Farm Fallow Farm Fallow Before After Fallow means left unfarmed
The Three-Field System Could farmers yield more crops using half of their land or two-thirds of their land?
The Guild A group of individuals working together to improve economic and social conditions for its members Blacksmiths Wine makers Bakers Artisans
How to become a Master
Guild Summary What is the purpose of a guild? What is an example of a guild?
The Commercial Revolution The expansion of trade and business that transformed Europe during the 16th and 17th Centuries Most trade took place in towns Many serfs left the manor and urban centers (cities) increased in population Trade routes were re-established with the East and North Africa
The Commercial Revolution
Commercial Revolution Summary? What was the commercial Revolution? Where did most of the trade take place? What trade routes were re-established? What do you think the increase in trade did for towns?
The Revival of Learning Muslim Connection How did Europe re-establish a connection to the East? Universities Greek philosophy and learning
EQ What was the impact of the Commercial Revolution on Medieval Europe?
Changes in Medieval Society ?