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Study Guide: Childebert III: King of the Franks

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Childebert III: King of the Franks Study Guide

Childebert III: Identity and Royal Context

Childebert III succeeded his son, Dagobert III, on the throne.

Answer: False

Explanation: Childebert III was succeeded by his son, Dagobert III, meaning Dagobert III succeeded Childebert III, not the other way around.

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Childebert III's predecessor was Clovis IV.

Answer: True

Explanation: Childebert III's predecessor on the throne was Clovis IV.

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Childebert III is listed as a ruler within the Carolingian Dynasty.

Answer: False

Explanation: Childebert III belonged to the Merovingian Dynasty, not the Carolingian Dynasty.

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Childebert III was the last Merovingian king to rule.

Answer: False

Explanation: Childebert III was not the last Merovingian king; his son Dagobert III and later Chlothar IV also ruled within the Merovingian dynasty.

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Childebert III was also known as Childebert the Adopted.

Answer: False

Explanation: Childebert III was not known as Childebert the Adopted; that was a different historical figure.

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Who was Childebert III and what was his primary title?

Answer: King of the Franks, known as "the Just"

Explanation: Childebert III was the King of the Franks, recognized by the epithet "the Just."

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According to the source, who succeeded Childebert III as King of the Franks?

Answer: Dagobert III

Explanation: According to the source, Dagobert III succeeded Childebert III as King of the Franks.

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What was Childebert III's predecessor on the throne?

Answer: Clovis IV

Explanation: Childebert III's predecessor on the throne was Clovis IV.

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What does the inclusion of Childebert III in the "Monarchs of France" navbox signify?

Answer: His position within the sequence of French rulers.

Explanation: The inclusion of Childebert III in the "Monarchs of France" navbox signifies his position within the historical sequence of French rulers.

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The succession box information places Childebert III between which two rulers?

Answer: Clovis IV and Dagobert III

Explanation: The succession box information places Childebert III between Clovis IV (predecessor) and Dagobert III (successor).

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Childebert III: Reign and Governance

Childebert III reigned as King of the Franks for approximately 17 years.

Answer: True

Explanation: Childebert III reigned as King of the Franks for approximately 17 years, from 694 to 711.

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Pepin of Heristal held the title of King of the Franks during Childebert III's reign.

Answer: False

Explanation: Pepin of Heristal served as Mayor of the Palace during Childebert III's reign, not as King of the Franks.

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Childebert III was known by the epithet "the Cruel" due to his harsh judicial rulings.

Answer: False

Explanation: Childebert III was known by the epithet "the Just," not "the Cruel." The origin of "the Just" is speculated to be related to his judicial decisions.

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The exact reason for Childebert III's nickname "the Just" is well-documented and universally agreed upon by historians.

Answer: False

Explanation: The exact reason for Childebert III's nickname "the Just" is not clearly documented or universally agreed upon by historians; it is speculated to relate to his judicial decisions.

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Historical evidence suggests Childebert III acted solely as a figurehead with no independent decision-making power.

Answer: False

Explanation: While Childebert III is largely considered a figurehead king, evidence from his *placita* suggests he did exercise some independent judicial decision-making power.

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Childebert III's *placita* indicate he never made judicial decisions against powerful clans.

Answer: False

Explanation: Childebert III's *placita* suggest he did make judicial decisions, potentially against powerful clans like the Arnulfing clan.

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Childebert III's reign dates are consistently recorded as 695 to 711 across all historical sources.

Answer: False

Explanation: While the end date of 711 is consistent, the start date of Childebert III's reign is often cited as 694, not consistently 695, across historical sources.

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Childebert III's reign marked a period of strong, centralized royal authority throughout the Frankish kingdom.

Answer: False

Explanation: Childebert III's reign was characterized by the dominance of the Mayor of the Palace, Pepin of Heristal, indicating a decline in strong, centralized royal authority.

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Childebert III's judicial decisions sometimes went against the interests of the Arnulfing clan.

Answer: True

Explanation: Evidence from Childebert III's *placita* suggests his judicial decisions sometimes went against the interests of the powerful Arnulfing clan.

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Childebert III's reign ended in 711.

Answer: True

Explanation: Childebert III's reign as King of the Franks ended in 711.

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Childebert III's reign occurred during the time Pepin II was Mayor of the Palace.

Answer: True

Explanation: Childebert III's reign occurred during the period when Pepin II (also known as Pepin of Heristal) served as Mayor of the Palace.

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Childebert III's reign lasted exactly 16 years.

Answer: True

Explanation: Childebert III's reign lasted exactly 16 years, from 694 to 711.

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What was the primary political role held by Pepin of Heristal during Childebert III's reign?

Answer: Mayor of the Palace

Explanation: Pepin of Heristal served as the Mayor of the Palace during Childebert III's reign.

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What does the reference to Childebert III's *placita* suggest about his reign?

Answer: He made some independent judicial rulings, potentially against powerful clans.

Explanation: The reference to Childebert III's *placita* suggests he made some independent judicial rulings, potentially against powerful clans.

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The nickname "the Just" for Childebert III might be linked to which aspect of his rule?

Answer: His judicial decisions

Explanation: The nickname "the Just" for Childebert III is speculated to be linked to his judicial decisions.

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How long did Childebert III reign as King of the Franks?

Answer: 16 years (694-711)

Explanation: Childebert III reigned as King of the Franks for 16 years, from 694 to 711.

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What does the term "placita" refer to in the context of Childebert III's reign?

Answer: His judicial decisions or court proceedings

Explanation: In the context of Childebert III's reign, the term "placita" refers to his judicial decisions or court proceedings.

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The source suggests Childebert III was largely controlled by which powerful figure?

Answer: Pepin of Heristal

Explanation: The source suggests Childebert III was largely controlled by Pepin of Heristal, the Mayor of the Palace.

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The phrase "French: le Juste" directly translates to which English epithet for Childebert III?

Answer: The Just

Explanation: The phrase "French: le Juste" directly translates to the English epithet "The Just" for Childebert III.

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Which of the following statements accurately reflects Childebert III's political role?

Answer: He was primarily a figurehead controlled by the Mayor of the Palace.

Explanation: Childebert III is accurately described as primarily a figurehead controlled by the Mayor of the Palace, though he did exercise some judicial independence.

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Which of the following is a correct statement about Childebert III's reign?

Answer: He was largely considered a puppet king but showed some judicial independence.

Explanation: Childebert III was largely considered a puppet king, but evidence suggests he showed some judicial independence.

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Childebert III: Family and Personal Life

Childebert III was the son of King Theuderic III and Queen Doda.

Answer: True

Explanation: Childebert III was the son of King Theuderic III and Queen Chrothildis, also known as Doda.

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Childebert III spent most of his life residing in a royal villa near the Rhine River.

Answer: False

Explanation: Childebert III spent most of his life residing in a royal villa located on the Oise River, not near the Rhine River.

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Childebert III's wife was named Ermenechildis.

Answer: True

Explanation: Childebert III's wife was named Ermenechildis, who was also known as Edonne.

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Childebert III had multiple known sons who succeeded him.

Answer: False

Explanation: Childebert III had one known son, Dagobert III, who succeeded him. The possibility of Chlothar IV being his son is considered unlikely.

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Childebert III died in the city of Paris.

Answer: False

Explanation: Childebert III died at St Etienne, located in Loire, France, not in Paris.

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Childebert III was buried in the church of St Stephen at Choisy-au-Bac.

Answer: True

Explanation: Childebert III was buried in the church of St Stephen at Choisy-au-Bac, near Compiègne.

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Childebert III was estimated to be around 50 years old at the time of his death.

Answer: False

Explanation: Childebert III was estimated to be between 32 and 33 years old at the time of his death, not around 50.

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The abbreviation "c." before Childebert III's birth year signifies "century."

Answer: False

Explanation: The abbreviation "c." before Childebert III's birth year signifies "circa," meaning approximately.

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Childebert III was born around 678 or 679.

Answer: True

Explanation: Childebert III was born circa 678 or 679.

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Where did Childebert III spend most of his life?

Answer: In a royal villa on the Oise River

Explanation: Childebert III spent most of his life residing in a royal villa located on the Oise River.

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What was Childebert III's approximate age at the time of his death?

Answer: Around 32-33 years old

Explanation: Childebert III was estimated to be between 32 and 33 years old at the time of his death.

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Where was Childebert III buried?

Answer: In the church of St Stephen at Choisy-au-Bac

Explanation: Childebert III was buried in the church of St Stephen at Choisy-au-Bac, near Compiègne.

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Which of the following pairs correctly identifies Childebert III's parents?

Answer: Theuderic III and Chrothildis

Explanation: Childebert III's parents were King Theuderic III and Queen Chrothildis (also known as Doda).

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Which of the following is a potential child of Childebert III mentioned in the source?

Answer: Chlothar IV

Explanation: Chlothar IV is mentioned as a potential, though unlikely, son of Childebert III.

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Which of the following is a correct birth date range for Childebert III?

Answer: c. 678-679

Explanation: Childebert III was born circa 678-679.

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The source mentions Childebert III's wife by two names. What are they?

Answer: Ermenechildis and Edonne

Explanation: The source mentions Childebert III's wife by the names Ermenechildis and Edonne.

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Childebert III died on which date?

Answer: April 23, 711

Explanation: Childebert III died on April 23, 711.

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What does the source suggest about Childebert III's potential relationship with Chlothar IV?

Answer: Chlothar IV was possibly, but unlikely, his son.

Explanation: The source suggests that Chlothar IV was possibly, but unlikely, the son of Childebert III.

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Childebert III: Historical Sources and Documentation

The *Liber Historiae Francorum* described Childebert III negatively as a ruler of poor memory.

Answer: False

Explanation: The *Liber Historiae Francorum* described Childebert III positively as a "famous man" and "the glorious lord of good memory, Childebert, the just king."

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A coin of Childebert III is currently housed in the Louvre Museum.

Answer: False

Explanation: A coin of Childebert III is mentioned as being housed in the British Museum, not the Louvre Museum.

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The *Oxford Dictionary of Late Antiquity* suggests Childebert III succeeded Pepin II.

Answer: False

Explanation: The *Oxford Dictionary of Late Antiquity* states that Childebert III succeeded his brother Clovis IV, during the era of Mayor Pippin II, not that he succeeded Pepin II.

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The *Monumenta Germaniae Historica* is cited as a source for describing Childebert III as "the just king."

Answer: True

Explanation: The *Monumenta Germaniae Historica* is cited as a source for describing Childebert III as "the just king."

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The designation "Childebert III (or IV)" suggests uncertainty about his exact numerical placement among Frankish kings.

Answer: True

Explanation: The designation "Childebert III (or IV)" indicates a historical variation in numbering, suggesting uncertainty about his precise numerical placement among Frankish kings.

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The Wikimedia Commons link provides official government records for Childebert III.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Wikimedia Commons link provides access to media files related to Childebert III, not official government records.

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The authority control information for Childebert III includes entries from German and French national databases.

Answer: True

Explanation: Authority control information for Childebert III includes entries from national databases such as Germany's DeutscheBiographie and France's BnF data.

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The *Liber Historiae Francorum* refers to Childebert III as "the glorious lord."

Answer: True

Explanation: The *Liber Historiae Francorum* refers to Childebert III as "the glorious lord of good memory, Childebert, the just king."

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The Vatican authority control database entry for Childebert III contains information about his military campaigns.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Vatican authority control database entry for Childebert III typically refers to his biographical information, not specific details about military campaigns.

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Which historical text referred to Childebert III as "the just king"?

Answer: Liber Historiae Francorum

Explanation: The historical text *Liber Historiae Francorum* referred to Childebert III as "the just king."

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What artifact related to Childebert III is mentioned as being housed in the British Museum?

Answer: A coin

Explanation: A coin belonging to Childebert III is mentioned as being housed in the British Museum.

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Which database is mentioned for authority control of Childebert III and is associated with Germany?

Answer: DeutscheBiographie

Explanation: DeutscheBiographie is mentioned as a German national database for authority control concerning Childebert III.

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What does the citation to *Monumenta Germaniae Historica* primarily support regarding Childebert III?

Answer: His description as "the just king"

Explanation: The citation to *Monumenta Germaniae Historica* primarily supports his description as "the just king."

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Which national database is mentioned for authority control concerning Childebert III and is associated with France?

Answer: BnF data

Explanation: BnF data is mentioned as a French national database for authority control concerning Childebert III.

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What is the significance of the designation "Childebert III (or IV)"?

Answer: It signifies a variation in historical numbering for the king.

Explanation: The designation "Childebert III (or IV)" signifies a variation in historical numbering for the king, distinguishing him from Childebert the Adopted.

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What does the citation to the *Oxford Dictionary of Late Antiquity* add regarding Childebert III?

Answer: Information on his succession and relationship with Pepin II.

Explanation: The citation to the *Oxford Dictionary of Late Antiquity* adds information on Childebert III's succession and his relationship with Mayor of the Palace Pepin II.

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What international database is mentioned for authority control, linking records across multiple libraries worldwide for Childebert III?

Answer: WorldCat

Explanation: WorldCat is mentioned as an international database for authority control, linking records across multiple libraries worldwide for Childebert III.

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Which of the following sources is cited for Childebert III being described as a "famous man"?

Answer: Liber Historiae Francorum

Explanation: The *Liber Historiae Francorum* is cited for describing Childebert III as a "famous man."

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Childebert III: Contemporary Events and Legacy

The founding of the monastery of Mont-Saint-Michel occurred during Childebert III's reign.

Answer: True

Explanation: The founding of the monastery of Mont-Saint-Michel by Saint Aubert occurred in 708, during Childebert III's reign.

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Following Childebert III's death, regions in northern Gaul began asserting their independence.

Answer: False

Explanation: Following Childebert III's death, regions in *southern* Gaul, such as Burgundy, Aquitaine, and Provence, began asserting their independence, not regions in northern Gaul.

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Saint Aubert, who founded Mont-Saint-Michel, was the Archbishop of Rouen.

Answer: False

Explanation: Saint Aubert, who founded Mont-Saint-Michel, was the Bishop of Avranches, not the Archbishop of Rouen.

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Duke Odo the Great led Aquitaine in its move towards independence after Childebert III's death.

Answer: True

Explanation: Duke Odo the Great led Aquitaine in its move towards independence following the death of Childebert III.

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The Archangel Michael is credited in tradition with prompting Saint Aubert to found Mont-Saint-Michel.

Answer: True

Explanation: Tradition credits the Archangel Michael with prompting Saint Aubert to found the monastery of Mont-Saint-Michel.

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Provence began to assert independence under Duke Odo the Great after Childebert III's death.

Answer: False

Explanation: Provence began to assert independence under Antenor after Childebert III's death. Duke Odo the Great led Aquitaine's move towards independence.

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Burgundy, under Bishop Savaric of Auxerre, began asserting independence after Childebert III's death.

Answer: True

Explanation: Burgundy, under Bishop Savaric of Auxerre, began asserting independence after Childebert III's death.

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What significant event occurred in 708 during Childebert III's reign?

Answer: The founding of the monastery of Mont-Saint-Michel

Explanation: The founding of the monastery of Mont-Saint-Michel by Saint Aubert occurred in 708, during Childebert III's reign.

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Which region asserted its independence under Duke Odo the Great following Childebert III's death?

Answer: Aquitaine

Explanation: Duke Odo the Great led Aquitaine in its move towards independence following the death of Childebert III.

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Which of the following was NOT a region that asserted independence after Childebert III's death?

Answer: Neustria

Explanation: Burgundy, Aquitaine, and Provence asserted independence after Childebert III's death. Neustria is not mentioned in this context.

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Who did tradition credit with urging Saint Aubert to found the monastery of Mont-Saint-Michel?

Answer: The Archangel Michael

Explanation: Tradition credits the Archangel Michael with urging Saint Aubert to found the monastery of Mont-Saint-Michel.

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Who was Provence under during its move towards independence after Childebert III's death?

Answer: Antenor

Explanation: Provence began to assert independence under Antenor after Childebert III's death.

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What was the political consequence in southern Gaul after Childebert III died in 711?

Answer: Regions began asserting their independence.

Explanation: After Childebert III died in 711, regions in southern Gaul began asserting their independence.

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