Sunday, December 3, 2017

Agenda


We will continue to review for the Quiz on Wednesday. Also, complete Medieval Jeopardy. Make sure to take notes. 


Wednesday:

You will take the Medieval Quiz. You will only be allowed to use handouts and your notebook.








Sunday, November 26, 2017

Agenda

Your Coat of Arms is due today. You will be given a little time to add some finishing touches to your design.



We will learn more about life as a knight. 
Focus Question: What are the 3 stages of knighthood? Give details for each stage.



Medieval Weapons: Large and Small. 



Begin to prep for Medieval Jeopardy. You will choose your bravest knight to compete for your castle group. You will keep whatever points your warrior earns.

Medieval Midterm: Coming soon.


Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Agenda       
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What was it like being a knight? How much training was needed to become part of this elite force? 




TCI: You will complete Section 5: Knights During Feudal Times.
Next, Section 6: Peasants During Feudal Times.

Tuesday: You will create slides in the GC describing life in Medieval Europe. Due: Friday.



Finally, you will learn about Heraldry. This will lead you to a creative assignment. You will be designing your Coat of Arms.

Did your ancestors have a Coat of Arms?



Sunday, October 29, 2017

Agenda

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What was life like behind the castle walls?

How did these amazing structures keep enemies out? What were some of the most effective defenses?

Parts of a Castle: Due: Wednesday.

Later: We will watch an exurpt from Castles at War. What types of defenses were created to keep the castles safe? What types of devices were used by the attackers to get into a castle?


Sunday, October 15, 2017

Agenda  

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The Focus:
• Describe the land divisions and political organizations of European feudal society.
• Compare and contrast the lives of nobles, knights, and serfs.

TCI: The Development of Feudalism.

Image result for feudal contract
Prepare to fill out your Feudal Contract between the lord and vassals.
Remember to choose wisely.



Monday: Who was William the Conqueror? How did he get his title?
A tapestry depicting the Battle of Hastings

We will read a short article and participate in a readers' theater. 

Go to the GC and find your assignment: If You Were King William, and answer the question in complete sentences. This will be due Wed.



What was life, as a lord living in a castle like? Friday, we will watch a video on castles. You will take notes.




Monday, October 9, 2017

Agenda

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Remember to copy the definition of Feudalism from the prior blog into your SS notebook.

Think about it:

• How did invasions during the 9th and 10th centuries create a need for the system of feudalism?
• Describe the land divisions and political organizations of European feudal society.
• Compare and contrast the lives of nobles, knights, and serfs.

Prepare to choose a medieval name for yourself and your fiefs. 


Sunday, October 1, 2017

Agenda

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Introduction to Christendom. You will read an overview of the life in Medieval Europe. Find the main idea in each section. Use your notebook to record your statements. 


Feudalism: A political and economic system of Europe from the ninth century, based on the relation of lord to vassal, as a result of land being held on condition of homage and service.