Question

Which of the following statements accurately describes the movement of ideas and goods during the Middle Ages? (1 point) Responses The rivers of Europe allowed people to move easily and spread new ideas. The rivers of Europe allowed people to move easily and spread new ideas. The mountains of Europe made transportation and the spread of goods and ideas difficult. The mountains of Europe made transportation and the spread of goods and ideas difficult. Europe's many oceans and seas were the only means of travel to Asia. Europe's many oceans and seas were the only means of travel to Asia. European rivers did not flow from east to west, which limited the spread of ideas and goods. European rivers did not flow from east to west, which limited the spread of ideas and goods.

Answer 1

The statement that most accurately describes the movement of ideas and goods during the Middle Ages is:

"The rivers of Europe allowed people to move easily and spread new ideas."

Rivers were important for trade and transportation, facilitating the movement of goods and the exchange of ideas throughout the continent. While the mountains did pose challenges, they were not the only factor affecting transportation. Additionally, while oceans and seas were important for travel to Asia, they were not the exclusive means. Lastly, European rivers generally flowed in multiple directions, contributing positively to trade and cultural exchange rather than limiting it.