Which of the following was an effect of the Crusades?
A. Venice increased its power.
B. Much ancient knowledge was lost forever.
C. Trade decreased throughout Europe.
D. Popes lost much of their power.

Although the crusades failed to capture Jerusalem, they had several major impacts on Western Europe. They increased the authority of the king. Sometimes nobles died in battle without leaving an heir in which case the king got their land. Kings passed taxes to pay for the crusades.

the hyksos invasion. the hyksos were able to attack egypt successfully because of their skills in using bronze weapons, composite bows and the use of the horse and chariot during the invasion. although the egyptians depict a barbarian-type overthrow, the truth is the seizure was likely a relatively peaceful one.