The Role of Church
Holidays
Art and Architecture
Monks, Nuns, and Friars
Fun Facts
100
The church played a vital role in society?
(True or False)
True
100
Where did the word "Holiday" originate from?
It comes from the words "Holy Day"
100
Most art wasn't made for religious purposes?
(True or False)
False
100
What was the common religion for the people of the Middle Ages?
Christianity
100
What were church taxes called?
Tithes
200
Why is it important for the church and state to be connected?
So people would be more drawn to religion through trust.
200
What were the two main medieval holidays?
Christmas and Easter
200
Where may you find gargoyles?
Roman gothic churches
200
Why would men become monks?
Refuge, to study, and a quiet life of prayer
200
What word does cathedral originate from?
cathedral comes from the Latin word cathedra
300
The church provided _______ guidance
spiritual
300
What was celebrated almost everyday?
Christian saints
300
How long would it typically take to construct a cathedral?
50-100 years
300
Who developed the monastic lifestyle in western Europe?
Saint Benedict
300
Was divorce allowed?
No
400
Stained glass
400
How many days did Christmas last?
12 days
400
What are the stone arches on the outside of the church called?
flying buttresses
400
What is a community of nuns called?
A convent
400
Who has authority over the bishops?
The pope
500
People looked at the church to?
To explain world events, Storms, diseases, and to give them a path to heaven.
500
How were holidays and festivals celebrated?
Music, dancing, and food were all part of major medieval holidays and festivals
500
In medieval times, some people believed gargoyles were placed as devils and evil spirits?
(True or false)
False
500
What were Benedictines three solemn vows, or promises?
(to own no property), chastity (never to marry), and obedience (to obey their leaders).
500
The Catholic Church in Europe had a heavy influence during the High Middle Ages, the period from...
about 1000 to 1300 C.E.