The came right before the middle ages.

The Byzantine era (330–1453) came after the Middle Ages

Byzantine era (330–1453)

Early Middle Ages (Europe, 476 – 1066) Dark Ages (Europe, 476 – 800) Viking Age (Scandinavia, Europe, 793 – 1066)

as you read the passage below, consider how dana gioia uses

evidence, such as facts or examples, to support claims.

reasoning to develop ideas and to connect claims and evidence.

stylistic or persuasive elements, such as word choice or appeals to emotion, to add power to the ideas expressed.

explanation:

thinking about things and referring to books instead of acting on superstition and gossip.