Vocabulary Context Clues
Text Features
Text Features and Structures
Vocabulary - Word Meanings
Key Details
100

 In the text, what does the word "destined" most likely mean?

meant to become something

100

What text feature helps readers understand the location of the Eastern and Western Churches during the Middle Ages?

A map with colored regions

100

What text structure is used to explain how Christianity spread throughout Europe?

Sequence - Chronological Order

100

What is the meaning of "anchored" as used in "your life is anchored to the Church"?

connected firmly to

100

What was one major reason the Christian Church split into two groups in 1054 CE?

They spoke different languages and had disagreements about beliefs. (pg 39)

200

Based on context clues, what does "illuminates" mean in the phrase "sunlight illuminates the stained-glass windows"?

 lights up

200

Which TWO features help readers understand what life was like in a monastery?

The daily prayer schedule

The illustration of monks chanting

200

How do the images of monks and nuns contribute to the meaning of the text?

They show what medieval religious clothing looked like

200

Based on context, what does "novice" mean?

a beginner

200

 Why did people in western Europe build large and beautiful churches during the Middle Ages?

To show their love for God (pg 40)

300

What is the meaning of "orthodox" as used in the passage about the Church split?

correct

300

 What text feature helps explain the meaning of "novice" in the passage?

Bold text with definition

300

Which text feature helps readers understand the meaning of "humble" in the passage?

An illustration 

300

What is meant by "exquisite" in describing the books produced by monks and nuns?

extremely beautiful

300

Why did many Christians in the Middle Ages go on pilgrimages?

To fulfill a vow, seek a cure, or travel (pg 41)

400

Using context clues, what does "pilgrimage" mean in the text?

a religious journey

400

How does the image of the stained-glass windows in La Sainte-Chapelle contribute to the reader's understanding of the text?

 It illustrates church architecture from the 1200s

400

What text structure is used to explain the daily life of monks?

Description

400

Based on the passage, what does "humble" mean when describing a monk's life?

simple and modest

400

What can you infer about monasteries being built within high walls?

They needed protection from dangers in the outside world. (pg 41)

500

Based on context, what does "novice" mean?

 a beginner

500

What TWO text features are used that help organize information about a monk's daily life.

The prayer schedule list (diagram)

The bold headings

500

Which text feature helps readers understand how monks preserved knowledge?

An illustration (of the scriptorium)

500

What does "scriptorium" most likely mean based on the context?

a place for writing

500

Summarize the role of women in the Church during the Middle Ages?

Women became nuns, lived in convents, and learned skills and crafts. (pg 42)