Crusades
Why did people go on Crusades?
To fight for Christ
Secure the holy lands
TRUE OR FALSE: There was full democracy in the Middle Ages
FALSE
Name the 4 tiers of the feudal pyramid
King, nobles, knights, peasants
Name one type of castle
Motte and Bailey
Traditional Keep
Concentric
TRUE OR FALSE: King John was an excellent leader
FALSE
Who fought in the Crusades
Christians and Muslims
What religious figure did King John have a conflict with?
The Pope
Who provided military protection to the Nobles?
The knights
Why did King William build castles?
To control the people and land.
What did the French throw at the British soldiers from their castle?
Animals
Why is the Holy Tomb in Jerusalem significant?
Thought that was where Jesus Christ was buried
Who rose against King John and made him sign the Magna Carta?
The Barons
What are the three Fs of the feudal system?
Fief, Fealty, Faith
Name 3 parts of a Motte and Bailey Castle.
Drawbridge, motte, moat, palisade, bailey, keep, bridge.
Where did people think they would go if they died in battle for the Church?
Heaven
What did Pope Urban II promise the Crusaders?
Ticket to heaven if they fought for the Church
What Canadian document is the Magna Carta compared to? Name three sections of this document.
Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Students should list three rights!
What kind of oath did people have to recite? Do you remember any specific words in the oaths?
Oath of Allegiance - to be faithful to the lords and protect them (usually received land and food)
Name 2 advantages and 2 disadvantages of any castle
Up to students to decide!
Who were our lords for the feudalism simulation (HINT: 4 people)
Ryan, Loddy, Zach, Josh
In the video we watched in class, what did Saladin think would be the best way to kill his enemies?
Restrict their water resources.
What was the 39th clause of the Magna Carta?
All "free" men have the right to justice and a fair trial.
Name one characteristic of the following: king, noble, knight, peasant
King - controls land and people
Noble - upper class (second wealthiest)
Knight - provided military protection
Peasant - bottom of feudal pyramid, farming
What weapons/tactics were used to attack a castle. Explain
Catapults, battering rams, ladders.
Who lived in the bailey of the castles?
Animals and Soldiers