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BELLWORK. Read “Life in the Castle” pg. 117 and answer the following questions: What are some characteristics of a Medieval castle? What were the living conditions like in a castle? What is a castle’s main purpose?
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BELLWORK • Read “Life in the Castle” pg. 117 and answer the following questions: • What are some characteristics of a Medieval castle? • What were the living conditions like in a castle? • What is a castle’s main purpose? • THINKER: Today we will start learning about Medieval Europe. “Medieval” literally translates to middle age. What were the “Middle Ages” in the middle of? (HINT: pg. 113)
Feudalism The people of Western Europe had no authority or government so they relied on a new political system called feudalism. Feudalism: form of government that stresses the ties of mutual aid between kings and nobles. Feudal relationships were like a pyramid King, Nobles/Lords, Knights, Peasants.
How Feudalism Works • Kings turned to nobles and granted them fiefs • Fief: land or estate with peasants • Nobles were then given government powers over the fiefs • In return, nobles used the income from fiefs to provide knights/warriors, horses, and battle equipment for the royal army. • The main idea of Feudalism is that the nobles and the king help each other out; their success is dependent on one another.
Life Under Feudalism Since there was no central government, warfare occurred frequently. To protect themselves, nobles built castles and implemented the Chivalry Code (knights should be brave, fair, trustworthy, defend Christianity, and treat women courteously) Nobles/Lords: Total authority over fief collected rent from peasants, used justice/punishment, and fought anyone trying to take his fief. (Women had no rights) Peasants: In return for protection, they farmed the land, paid taxes, and produced food for the nobles. Serf: peasants bound to the manor; could only leave with permission
Medieval Castle Project You are going to create your own castle! 2D Drawing – by yourself 3D Model – only 2 people per group You can earn up to 10pt extra credit working alone Must encompass all the characteristics of a Medieval castle You must label all important parts of your castle This will only be done outside of the classroom – Make sure you can meet outside of class! It is due Tuesday, October 5th.
Coat of Arms Project In Medieval Europe, Knights were warriors or soldiers that helped protect the king and nobles. They wore heavy armor for protection and identified themselves with a coat of arms. Coat of arms were individual designs painted on their shields that had relation to their family and heritage. Nobles also used these to identify their family. For this project you are going to create your own coat of arms.
Coat of Arms Project • For your coat of arms, I want you to create something that identifies your family, personality, hobbies, beliefs, etc. • There are no specific guidelines, but I want you to get into it! Be creative, expressive and unique! • On the back, you must write a one paragraph explanation of your coat of arms. • You will be graded on: • Creativity • Color • Description