In 1066, the Normans led by_____________________ attacked and defeated the Britains.
William the Conqueror
100
Economic system of the Middle Ages.
Feudalism
100
The __________________was the only source of education.
Church
100
Compound expression used in place of a name or noun.
Kennings
100
The Canterbury Tales was written by__________________________.
Geoffrey Chaucer
200
This 3rd language was introduced to Britain.
French
200
The church provided guidance theough...
Seven Deadly Sins
200
It is their literature that was produced in the greatest quantity.
Catholic clerics
200
Figurative mode of representation conveying a meaning other than the literal.
Allegory
200
The Canterbury Tales includes this use of irony or sarcasm.
Satire
300
Church & Schools
Latin
300
Idealized system of manners and morals.
Chivalry
300
Common language for Medieval writings.
Latin
300
From both Germanic and Christian traditions marked by bravery.
Heroism
300
Religious journey undertaken for penance and grace.
Pilgrimage
400
Commoners
English
400
Plague that kills much of the population, but provides continuous growth in the cities (new jobs available and debts "died off").
The Black Death
400
Typically younger brothers without land of their own (hence unable to support a wife).
Knight
400
Provided a model of behavior for a class of unmarried young men who might otherwise have threatened social stability.
Courtly Love
400
The Canterbury Tales shares the stories of _____ pilgrims.
29
500
Court and Castle
French
500
Chivalric ideals include...(name three)
Loyalty to God, his lord, and his lady. Benevolence, brotherly love, and politeness.
500
Most of the medieval writing was written by___________________________.
Anonymous writers
500
Hero's journey towards a goal.
Quest
500
What is a quick summary of The Canterbury Tales?
29 people are making a pilgrimage to Canterbury. The Tabard owner creates a contest--whoever tells the best (2) story will win a dinner upon their return.