TEXT READING PROMPTS 1 >> Respond to each of the prompts with neat, carefully developed answers. >> Must include evidence from the reading to support your decisions. >> Minimum depth is 5-7 complete, detailed sentences each. Byzantium: A Christian Empire Under Siege pp ) What were the socio-economic, political & military effects of the siege, under which the Byzantine Christian Empire fell? Terms of History: Medieval pg ) What are the roots of the term Middle Ages & to what extent is that term variable and subjective? Western Europe: A Medley of Kingdoms pp ) What were the roles, projects and powers in early Medieval European Kingdoms? 4) Discuss the Papacy: its place, power & importance in Medieval Europe.
TEXT READING PROMPTS 2 >> Respond to each of the prompts with neat, carefully developed answers. >> Must include evidence from the reading to support your decisions. >> Minimum depth is 5-7 complete, detailed sentences each. 1) Reach a consensus on four of the most fascinating features of Medieval Lifeand describe what aspects drew your attention to them. 2) Reach a consensus on four features of Medieval Life that appear similar to modern day…with obvious variations. 3) Reach a consensus on four features of Medieval Life that appear quite different to modern day…and discuss the ways in which they differ. 4) Individually, discuss why/why not you would have found fulfillment living during those times.
Holy Warriors Team Prompts >> Respond to each of the prompts with neat, carefully developed answers. >> Must include evidence from the video to support your decisions. >> Minimum depth is 5-7 complete, detailed sentences each. 1.Defend: Muslim POV re. the 3 rd Crusade 2.Defend: Christian POV re. the 3 rd Crusade 3.Defend or Refute: The Crusades were a precursor to current conflicts in the Middle East. 4.Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of both King Richard and Saladin.
MONK EXTRA CREDIT SPECULATE… What does it take to find meaning in the physical and psychological discipline of such a life?…in our lives? What does the concept of "happiness" mean in this context?…in the context of life?