Question

Why did prejudice against Jews increase in the late 1000s?

Answer 1

Many medieval Christians were suspicious of Jewish culture and practices.

Step-by-step explanation:

Anti-Semitism (prejudice against Jews) grew by the late 1000s, as the Church's power had increased. Christians believed Jews were to blame for disasters like epidemic diseases, famine, or economic hardship. Christians thought Jews were unfamiliar people and were suspicious of their culture and beliefs.

Answer 2

Many medieval Christians were suspicious of Jewish culture and practices. Jewish leaders wanted more control of government. Christian leaders believed that Jewish leaders were competing with them in an effort to win converts to their religions!