Before the First Crusade, Anna Comnena, historian and daughter
of the Byzantine emperor, worried
about how the Crusades might
affect the empire. What
information in your reading
supports her concern?

When the novel made its first appearance in the 1700s, why did it appeal to people of all classes? people could identify with the stories of everyday life. people were entertained by reading about the lives of nobles. people preferred stories that were thoughtful, not full of action. people were excited to read about great historical figures.