This comprehensive worksheet centers on a thought-provoking article that argues trade—not just religion—was the driving force behind many major conflicts of the medieval period. Through a deep dive into the Crusades, the Hundred Years’ War, the Reconquista, and conflicts involving the Hanseatic League and Mediterranean city-states, students will explore how economic ambitions shaped warfare. The worksheet includes 12 rigorous multiple-choice questions and 5 critical reasoning prompts designed to sharpen students’ reading comprehension, historical thinking, and argument analysis skills.
Perfect for middle or high school history and humanities classes, this resource helps students connect economic and political themes across global regions. The article’s clear argument and concrete evidence make it ideal for modeling how to support claims with historical data. With built-in scaffolding through structured questions and sample answers, educators can easily lead rich class discussions, support essay writing, or launch a debate on the true motives behind medieval warfare. It’s an engaging way to bring cross-curricular literacy into historical inquiry.
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